RPG Programmer Alert: Your existing RPG III skills are outdated; the last RPG III enhancement happened more than a decade ago. Modern RPG applications are written using RPG IV (aka ILE RPG/400).

Bryan's introductory seminar will leverage your current RPG III knowledge to bring you completely up to date on the new RPG IV syntax. The seminar also provides the foundation for the intermediate "RPG IV Modules, Procedures, and Service Programs" presentation.

The seminar consists of six sessions (about 1 hour each) over two weeks. Optional lab exercises reinforce the class concepts. A detailed handout, as well as a restorable iSeries library, will be made available for download.

Course outline:

Session 1	RPG IV Syntax Overview
Session 2	Defining Data with Definition Specificiations
Session 3	Calculations and Expressions
Session 4	"Indicator-less" Programming Free-format Coding
Session 5	Processing Dates
Session 6	Converting and Compiling RPG IV Debugging ILE Programs

So you already know the new RPG IV syntax, but you're still writing programs the way you always have? It's time to take the next step toward modernizing your programming — with reusable modules, procedures, and service programs.

Bryan's seminar covers all the details about how you can exploit RPG IV to improve your applications' modularity, reliability, flexibility, maintainability, and performance. This presentation covers everything you need to know about writing RPG IV programs for now and into the future.

The seminar consists of six sessions (about 1 hour each) over two weeks. Optional lab exercises reinforce the class concepts. A detailed handout, as well as a restorable iSeries library, will be made available for download.
 
Course outline:

Session 1	RPG IV Syntax Review ILE Modular Programming
Session 2	Introduction to Procedures
Session 3	Modular Procedures
Session 4	Advanced Prototyping
Session 5	Creating Service Programs
Session 6	Introduction to Activation Groups

What are the minimum technical requirements?

• Supported operating systems: Windows XP Professional Edition, Windows XP Home Edition, Windows ME, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows NT 4 (Service Pack 6), Solaris, SunOS, MacOS9, MacOSX
• Supported browsers: Internet Explorer v5.0 or newer, Netscape v4.78 or newer
• Required Macromedia Flash Player versions: 6.0.79.0 or newer.

Do I need any special software to participate?
Macromedia Flash Player is required. This is usually already a part of your browser. To check your Flash version, click here.
 
Can I use a dial-up connection?
The classes are optimized for broadband connections. Like all web applications, the class will be affected by the type and quality of your Internet connection. On a dial-up connection, audio/video performance may not be acceptable. If you do try to use a dial-up connection, it must be at least 56k.
 
Will my PC need speakers?
Yes. The lecture audio is delivered using VoIP (Voice over IP) via the Internet and your PC. You will need a PC with speakers or headphones and a sound card to hear the live audio. Headphones usually work better than speakers.
 
Can I use my company's network?
Probably. You can access the classes through a direct connection to the Internet, most company networks, and most firewalls. Do not try to use a VPN (Virtual Private Network).
 
Do I need access to an iSeries (AS/400)?
No. The live classes do not require access to a server. Many classes include optional lab exercises; if you plan to do those exercises, you will need access to an iSeries (AS/400).
 
Do I have to take the class at a specific time?
Yes. The classes are live, on a specific schedule. If you expect to miss a live class, we'd suggest you do not register for the class. If you accidentally miss a session, you can make arrangements to attend the corresponding session in a future class. No refunds can be made for missed sessions.
 
Are the classes recorded?
No. The software we are currently using does not support recordings. However, many of the e-Learning classes are also available on DVD; click here for more information.
 
Will I get a printed handout?
Yes. Registered students have access to download a class notes handout in PDF format. Many classes also include lab exercise materials, which you can download.
 
What if I have questions during the class, or afterwards?
During the live class, you can ask questions using a chat-like function. At other times, you may ask questions using email.
 
Will I get a completion certificate?
Yes. Students who complete an evaluation form following the class will be able to print a completion certificate.
 
What if I have more questions?
Send us an email!

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