Data Structures

In the Neo World Program, all of the map data is stored on a Google Sheet. There are a number of reasons for this:

1. It allows multiple moderators to collaborate and develop the map together.
2. It requires the data be organized in a consistent way which is easily readable by a bot such as Alter Ego.
3. All edits to the spreadsheet are automatically saved, and the moderator(s) can revert the spreadsheet to any previous state they please if need be.
4. Data entered on the spreadsheet is persistent. If Alter Ego crashes, is restarted, or otherwise shuts off, all of the game data will be preserved in its most recent state.

Alter Ego uses the Google Sheets API to load the data from the spreadsheet, as well as make edits to the spreadsheet. The data for each set of data structures in the map is kept in a separate sheet. This article lists each of the main data structures.

Creation

In order to create a workable spreadsheet, the latest version template should be duplicated into a moderator’s Google Drive by accessing this link, opening the File menu, and selecting Make a copy. At this point, they will have a copy that they can edit as they please.