Get File Info

Overview

The Get File Info Component retrieves metadata about a specific file from an FTP or SFTP server, allowing workflows to analyze file details before further processing.

Usage

This component connects to an FTP/SFTP server, fetches metadata for a specified file, and provides information about its name, size, modification time, and permissions.

Input Ports

Port	Description
in	Receives the file path for which metadata is to be retrieved.

Output Ports

Port	Description
out	Emits the file's metadata, including name, type, size, and timestamps.
notFound	Emits an error if the file is not found or access is denied.

Properties

Property	Type	Description
path	string	The full remote file path for which metadata is requested.

Processing Logic

1. Establishes FTP/SFTP Connection: Connects to the remote server using provided authentication.

2. Retrieves File Metadata:

   • Checks if the specified file exists.

   • Retrieves details such as name, size, and modification time.

3. Handles Success & Errors:

   • If successful, outputs file metadata to the out port.

   • If the file is missing or access is denied, sends an error message to notFound.

4. Closes Connection: Ensures the connection is terminated after execution.

Output Data Schema

Property	Type	Description
name	string	The name of the file.
type	number	Indicates whether it is a file or directory.
size	number	The size of the file in bytes.
modifiedAt	number	The timestamp of the last modification.
rawModifiedAt (FTP only)	number	The raw modification timestamp.
modifyTime (SFTP only)	number	The modification time of the file.
accessTime (SFTP only)	number	The last access time of the file.
rights (SFTP only)	object	The file's access permissions (user, group, other).
longname (SFTP only)	string	A detailed description of file properties.
path (if error)	string	The requested file path if not found.
errorCode (if error)	string	The FTP/SFTP error code.
errorMessage (if error)	string	Description of the error encountered.

Notes

• Supports FTP & SFTP: Works with both FTP and secure FTP (SFTP) connections.

• Comprehensive Metadata: Retrieves essential details like size, timestamps, and permissions.

• Error Handling: Detects missing files and permission errors, sending appropriate error messages.

This component is useful for workflows requiring file validation before downloading or processing.