AS/Credentials RPGIV ILE Programming Class

Description: The purpose of this course is to introduce the RPG IV programming language on the iSeries to experienced RPG/400 programmers. It covers modifications of some of the existing RPG/400 characteristics and the new functions and techniques incorporated in RPG IV. This class also includes hands-on examples of how to use the interactive source code debugger as well as the concept and use of modules, bound calls, service programs, activation groups and sub procedures. This course is designed for perienced iSeries RPG programmers (Sub-file experience is NOT necessary).

Class Details:

• Prerequisites: RPG/400 Interactive Programming, or knowledge of RPG/400 on the iSeries. Must be familiar with PDM and SEU.
• Duration: Three Days
• Cost: $450/day
• Associated Roadmap
• Downloadable flyer

Course Content:

RPG IV Overview:

• RPG III vs. RPG IV and ILE
• Changes to RPG III Characteristics
• Default Source File Changes
• Compiling RPG IV (CRTBNDRPG)

Additional Functions:

• Specification Changes/Enhancements
• Built-in Functions
• Date Support

ILE Topics:

• Bound Calls (bind-by-reference)
• Service Programs
• Modules vs. Programs
• Binding Directories
• ILE source-Level debug
• RPG III Source Conversion Tool
• Sub procedures