Coding
Structured Loops in CLLE (CLP For “Oldsters” :)
For many years we RPG coders were constantly reminded (pestered, really) about structured coding techniques. We were harassed about avoiding goto’s (an RPG II programmer’s best friend), replacing them with structured blocks (if, else, end, do, etc. – but don’t go too deep!) – and to emphasize subroutines (later functions and procedures). And while this […]
I am a Code Maker.
I’ve decided to re-brand what I do – and what I am – as “codemaker”. The term programmer conjures up images of a nerdy kid “hunching” over a keyboard attached to a desktop computer in his mama’s basement. Software developer sounds like more of the same, but with a product for sale at the end. Nobody knows […]
A Handy ‘Quick Query’ Command on the iSeries
Here’s a fun- and useful – little command you can create on the iSeries (or IBMi, AS400) in about 2 minutes. I usually create some version of this on every system I work on because I use it constantly. I’ll explain how below. First, the basics. The RUNQRY command can be used to run a […]
Word of the Day: User Story
A user story is a tool used in Agile software development (see definition below) to capture a description of a software feature from an end-user perspective. The user story describes the type of user, what they want and why. A user story helps to create a simplified description of a requirement. Agile software development is […]
How to Colorize Your Source Code in SEU
Yes, I’m perfectly aware there are numerous advanced editors available that handle RPG and CL, and perform the syntax checking we are all familiar with using SEU. However, it’s not always possible to use RSE or the other editors in all situations. Some companies may not want 3rd party software and editors accessing their iSeries, […]
PHP/MYSQL String Tricks
Heres a couple things I constantly forget. Im including them here so Ill have them for future reference. How to “Scan and Replace” a String in MYSQL ( Note the AS400-ish phrasing of that title). Big Note: Be really mindful of serialized information !!!! ( I actually utilized the code above to “transfer” a lot […]
Good Programmer, Bad Programmer
New rule: “Write programs so someone else can read them instead of just you. “. Example: If * in86. … some code … Endif. Is really not much different than. If wact=Y. … some code … Endif. You may know what “wact” is, however no one else will without doing a search or utilizing a […]