This comprehensive course on RPG Language covers the fundamentals to advanced concepts needed to develop applications using RPG. Students will gain hands-on experience with practical examples and projects, enhancing their understanding of RPG programming in a modern context.
Course Levels
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Level 1: Introduction to RPG Language
In this level, students will learn the basics of RPG Language, its history, and its significance in business applications. The focus will be on understanding the syntax and building simple programs.
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Level 2: Control Structures
This level delves into the control structures of RPG, including loops and conditional statements, to enhance program logic and flow.
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Level 3: Working with Data Files
In this level, students will learn how to work with different types of data files in RPG, including reading, writing, and updating records.
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Level 4: Advanced RPG Programming Concepts
This level covers advanced programming concepts such as subprocedures, modular programming, and the integration of RPG with other programming languages.
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Level 5: Building Real-World Applications
This level focuses on applying the knowledge gained in previous levels by developing real-world applications using RPG. Students will work on projects that simulate business environments.
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Level 6: RPG Modernization and Best Practices
This final level explores the modernization of RPG applications, best practices for maintenance, and strategies for transitioning legacy systems to modern environments.
Course Topics
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Topic 3: Best Practices in RPG Development
# Best Practices in RPG Development Developing a Role-Playing Game (RPG) is a complex process that requires not only creativity but also adherence to best practices that facilitate a smooth developme...
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Topic 1: Understanding Legacy RPG Applications
# Understanding Legacy RPG Applications Legacy RPG (Report Program Generator) applications are foundational systems within many enterprises, especially those that have been operating for decades. Und...
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Topic 1: Designing a Business Application
# Designing a Business Application In this section, we will explore the essential steps and best practices for designing a business application using the RPG Language. A well-designed application not...
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Topic 4: Working with Cloud Services
# Working with Cloud Services ## Introduction to Cloud Services In today's rapidly evolving technological landscape, cloud services have become essential for modern application development and deplo...
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Topic 1: History of RPG Language
# History of RPG Language RPG, or Report Program Generator, is a high-level programming language that was originally designed for business applications. Its history spans several decades, reflecting ...
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Topic 2: Database Integration and Management
# Database Integration and Management Database integration and management are crucial components of building robust applications in RPG language. This topic covers how to connect your RPG application...
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Topic 2: File Operations (Open, Read, Write, Close)
# File Operations in RPG In RPG, handling data files is essential for managing input and output operations. This topic will cover the fundamental operations that you can perform on files: opening, re...
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Topic 3: User Interface Design in RPG
# User Interface Design in RPG User Interface (UI) design is a crucial aspect of creating applications, especially in the domain of RPG (Report Program Generator) development. A well-designed UI enha...
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Topic 4: Testing and Validation
# Testing and Validation in RPG Language Applications Testing and validation are critical components in the development of any application, including those built with RPG Language. This topic will co...
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Topic 5: File Handling Errors
# File Handling Errors in RPG File handling is a critical aspect of programming, especially when working with data files in RPG. Errors can occur during file operations, and understanding these error...
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Topic 5: Future of RPG Language
# Future of RPG Language ## Introduction The RPG (Report Program Generator) language has a rich history and has evolved significantly over the decades. As we look towards the future, several trends a...
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Topic 1: Conditional Statements (IF, SELECT)
# Conditional Statements in RPG Conditional statements are fundamental control structures that allow programmers to perform different actions based on specified conditions. In RPG, we primarily use `...
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Topic 5: Debugging Techniques
# Debugging Techniques in RPG Language Debugging is an essential skill for any programmer, especially when working with control structures in the RPG (Report Program Generator) language. In this sect...
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Topic 4: Error Handling in RPG
# Error Handling in RPG Error handling is a critical aspect of programming that ensures the robustness and reliability of applications. In RPG (Report Program Generator), effective error handling can...
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Topic 4: Using Data Queues
# Understanding Data Queues in RPG Data queues are essential structures used in RPG for managing and processing data in a multi-user environment. They allow programs to send and receive messages asyn...
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Topic 4: Basic Input/Output Operations
# Basic Input/Output Operations in RPG In this section, we will explore the fundamental concepts of input and output operations in RPG (Report Program Generator) language. Input and output operations...
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Topic 3: Nested Control Structures
# Nested Control Structures Nested control structures are a fundamental concept in programming that allows developers to place one control structure inside another. In RPG (Report Program Generator) ...
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Topic 1: Understanding File Types (Physical and Logical)
# Understanding File Types (Physical and Logical) In the RPG programming environment, understanding file types is crucial for effective data management and manipulation. This topic focuses on two mai...
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Topic 2: Modernization Techniques
# Modernization Techniques Modernization in the context of RPG (Role-Playing Game) programming refers to the techniques and strategies employed to update and enhance legacy RPG applications. As techn...
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Topic 5: Performance Optimization Techniques
# Performance Optimization Techniques In the realm of RPG programming, performance optimization is crucial for developing applications that run efficiently and can handle large volumes of data. This ...
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