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RPG IV Programming

Course outline

3 days
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Duration

3 days

Course Description

  • The course is designed to introduce the participant to the RPG IV language with its advanced

features

  • RPG IV features such as expressions, date, time and functions will be discussed in depth.
  • The intention is to explain the advantages of RPG IV and provide the participant with the skill to use

this new language in the work environment.

Pre-Requisite

  • Having attended the RPG/400 programming course. Those without RPG/400 knowledge are highly

advised to acquire it before attending this course, or please contact us for advice on the options

available.

  • Having knowledge and experience in programming and its concepts.

Method

  • Hands-on oriented training with one workstation for each participant.
  • Participants to design, write & debug programs in this workshop.
  • Lecturer-assisted and use of computer-generated slides for presentation.
  • Training materials that include notes with key points and graphics layout.

Target Audience

This course is designed for AS/400 application programmers and AS/400 application developers

with RPG/400 experience.

What You Will Learn

  • Basic introduction to the RPG IV language
  • Describe what OPM & EPM are
  • Describe and list the benefits of the RPG IV language over previous versions of RPG.
  • Understand the new RPG IV specifications and its advantages over previous versions of RPG.
  • Code and compile RPG IV programs using some new features of the language, such as: new format

of specifications, new Data definition functions, date and time data types and duration support expressions.

  • Understanding the use of built-in functions (BIFs) in RPG IV and applying them during the

programming labs.

  • Describe module creation, binding, running and debugging.
  • Do binding, such as Dynamic and Static binding.
  • Migrate application programs from RPG/400 to RPG IV using the migration aid.
  • Use the basic functions of the RPG IV source debugging

Module 1: RPG IV Programming

  • Introduction to RPG IV Programming with ILE
  • Coding Specification Changes for RPG IV
  • Using Expressions in RPG IV
  • Using Date, Time and Timestamp Data Types
  • Using Built-in-Functions (BIFs) in RPG IV
  • Pointer Data Types and User Spaces
  • The RPG IV Source Debugger
  • Converting RPG/400 Code to RPG IV
  • Hands On Programming Lab Sessions after each Topic

Programme scope, delivery arrangements and suitability are confirmed during enquiry.