Doug Pence Livres

Ideal for novice and intermediate programmers, as well as system administrators and operators, this comprehensive resource covers 35 chapters dedicated to the i5/iSeries. The authors present core concepts in a clear and straightforward manner, guiding readers through essential functions with step-by-step instructions. It's an invaluable tool for professionals looking to enhance their understanding and skills in working with i5/iSeries systems.

Now in its fourth edition, this book is a must have for every iSeries and i5 professional. This comprehensive, newly revised, 40-chapter book is perfect for novice and intermediate programmers as well as system administrators and operators. In a practical and straight-forward approach, the authors explain core iSeries and i5 concepts and show the reader--step by step--how to perform 40 essential iSeries functions including installation, troubleshooting, administration, operations, programming, Internet connectivity and many more. This book isn't only for novices. Tasks of all levels are included. From the Installation and Operations sections the reader will see the detailed steps for powering up and down, controlling the system console, and managing subsystems. There is an administration section that covers system values, printing, and PTF management. The system architecture section discusses libraries and library lists, files, and objects. Programming has its own section with chapters on DDS, CL, RPG, Java, and important IBM utilities. There is also a section on the Internet that covers the newer technologies. The fourth edition has had a complete update of all the chapters and adds a particularly rich set of new chapters as well. Topics like iSeries Navigator, WebSphere Application Server, SQL, Qshell, and performance are among the new chapters which will make this edition a good buy even for those who already own previous editions. The effective use of Control Language (CL) is a critical skill for anyone working with IBM's robust midrange eServer family (i5, iSeries, and AS/400). But why settle for just enough CL knowledge to get by? From the simplest task to the most complex process, CL is at the heart of your server. Become a CL guru and fully leverage the abilities of your system. All it takes is a little time, effort, and Complete CL, 4th Edition .Authors Ted Holt and Ernie Malaga present the latest version of a classic, bringing together all the basics of CL, plus the latest innovations in one thorough, well-organized, and easy-to-read package. In a clear, straightforward manner, the authors teach you how to write both simple and advanced CL programs, how to understand the strengths and limitations of CL, how to avoid common mistakes, and much, much more. With this book, you will master CL and extend the capabilities of your i5/iSeries. Programmers, operators, security officers, system administrators, or any IT professional working with OS/400 and i5/OS will benefit greatly by reading this book.When getting by isn't good enough, get Complete CL, 4th Edition .Complete CL, 4th Edition is fully updated to include the numerous enhancements to IBM's i5/OS, including a beefed-up compiler with new control structures, new data types, a new way to create documentation, a relaxation of old limits, and more.In this latest edition, you'll learn how - Code sophisticated looping techniques with the new control structures(SELECT, DOWHILE, DOUNTIL, and DOFOR)- Expand your coding capabilities with the new integer data types- Get beyond file processing limitations by learning how to process multiple files in a CL program- Utilize IBM's powerful APIs by learning to pass parameters to procedures by value- Use V5R3 control structures, variable types, and other enhancements- Plus, you'll develop the skills needed - Manipulate strings with built-in functions and operators- Code looping and decision structures- Make CL procedures communicate with users or with one another via messages- Use data queues and data areas- Understand and use overrides effectively- Process display and database files- Use APIs- Effectively use the QTEMP library- Understand and avoid the pitfalls of adopted authorities- Understand security issues- Develop a good CL coding style- Understand differences between OPM and ILE- Use CL in both batch and interactive processing- Compile CL programs and modules and bind modules into programs- Use the interactive debugger

Ideal for AS/400 programmers, system administrators, and operators, this newly revised edition explains core AS/400 concepts and shows how to perform 30 essential functions, including installation, troubleshooting, administration, and programming. Topics cover RPG IV programming, new system values, ILE concepts, important new system security information, and running the AS/400 as an Internet server.

Dieses neue Fachbuch ist eine Pflichtlektüre für RPG-Programmierer. Sie lernen die RPG IV-Programmierung von Grund auf. Erfahrene Softwareentwickler können ihr Wissen auffrischen und durch praktische Tipps und neue Möglichkeiten erweitern. Die Autoren teilen ihr persönliches Archiv mit nützlichen Tricks und Problemlösungstools, die von Softwaredesign bis zum optimalen Tuning Ihrer Anwendungen reichen. Es bietet einen umfassenden Überblick über Basistechniken wie Datenstrukturen, Stringhandling und Subfiles, behandelt aber auch anspruchsvollere Themen wie APIs, Prototyping, Journaling und Debuggingwerkzeuge. Sie werden fit in der Anwendung von Built-in-Functions, Data Types und Subprocedures. Von der Codierung bis zum Compiling hilft dieses Buch jedem RPG-Programmierer, unabhängig vom Erfahrungsgrad. Steigern Sie Ihre Produktivität und erweitern Sie Ihr RPG-Wissen für mehr Effektivität. Nach der Lektüre werden Sie Programme mit den neuesten RPG-Methoden entwickeln. Die Nutzung von ILE Konzepten, Command Processing, System APIs und Subfiles verbessert die Performance Ihrer Anwendungen. Modernes Error-Handling, Debugging und Management-Methoden steigern Ihre Effizienz in der Softwareentwicklung erheblich. Durch erprobte Prototyping-Methoden und ein vertieftes Wissen über Data-Structures, Formatting und komplexe Manipulationen werden Ihre Programme technologisch auf dem neuesten Stand sein.