Free-Format RPG IV: Second Edition

This book is especially geared toward programmers working on older IBM i systems and can an help you make the transition from coding in fixed-format RPG to free format. Traditional fixed-format RPG programmers everywhere are embracing the increased productivity, better readability, and easier program maintenance that comes with the free-format style of programming in RPG IV. This book, which is both a learning tool and handy reference guide, provides concise, thorough information to help you learn this powerful way of coding RPG IV.

The book provides coding examples showing both free-format RPG as well as fixed-format files and definitions. If you are programming in RPG on an older version of IBM i pre-V7R1 TR7 and want to get started coding in free-format RPG IV, this book is for you.

Upon completion of this book, you will be able to:

• Transition easily from fixed format to the free-format style of coding RPG IV
• Know how to handle embedded SQL coding in free format
• Possess a handy, easy-to-read reference guide for free-format coding
• Understand that the free-format style is the future direction of the RPG language
• Use this book as a learning tool to upgrade your programming skills and career
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