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AdvancedAS/400 (now IBM iSeries or IBM Power Systems) offers a variety of application development tools to help developers create robust and efficient applications. Here are some key tools:
1. Rational Developer for i (RDi)
- Description: An Eclipse-based integrated development environment (IDE) that provides features like syntax highlighting, debugging, and project management.
- Usage: Used for developing applications in languages such as RPG, COBOL, and Java.
2. Programming Development Manager (PDM)
- Description: A tool for organizing and managing development projects.
- Usage: Helps developers manage source files, libraries, and objects.
3. Screen Design Aid (SDA)
- Description: A tool for designing and maintaining display files.
- Usage: Used to create and modify screens for AS/400 applications.
4. Source Entry Utility (SEU)
- Description: A text editor for entering and editing source code.
- Usage: Commonly used for RPG and COBOL programming.
5. Data File Utility (DFU)
- Description: A tool for handling data files.
- Usage: Used to view, edit, and manage data files in a user-friendly manner.
6. SQL Development Tools
- Description: Tools for managing and querying the integrated DB2 database.
- Usage: Essential for embedding SQL within RPG and COBOL programs to handle database operations.
7. Application Development ToolSet (ADTS)
- Description: A well-integrated set of host-based development tools.
- Usage: Combines established tools like PDM, SDA, and SEU with new utilities for comprehensive application development.
These tools provide a robust environment for developing and maintaining applications on the AS/400 platform. If you have any specific questions about these tools or need more detailed information, feel free to ask!
