Unify Newsletter May 2010

What's the big deal with Team Developer 6.0 .NET

TD developers have raved about how quickly .NET applications can be built using Team Developer 6.0 .NET. What is Team Developer and why should you give it a test-drive?

TD 6.0 .NET is a brand new .NET programming language and IDE that offers business level application programming. Team Developer .NET includes the TD Business Framework (read press release) that allows for incredible, productive .NET business application development.

Team Developer 6.0 .NET, the Power to Succeed (why TD projects rarely fail)

With Team Developer, developers can get a head-start building and deploying .NET projects.

Download the trial version and see how you can quickly develop applications on .NET. Be sure to view the QuickStart guide to learn more about TD�s incredible productivity.

Team Developer .NET lets you separate business logic and GUI. Business logic can be compiled to .NET Class Libraries and reused from C#. Team Developer .NET integrates well with existing .NET infrastructures.

Getting Started with TD .NET Applications

With Team Developer 6.0, you now have the ability to write applications which utilize the Microsoft .NET Framework and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) graphical subsystem. This Framework is supported by multiple languages, including TD 6.0. Included in .NET is a large library of coded solutions and a common language infrastructure that manages the execution of applications written specifically for this Framework.

You define that your Team Developer 6.0 application can be saved and run in one of two .NET WPF modes:

Desktop (EXE) application
Web Browser (XBAP) application

TD6.0 .NET-build-target

You are probably familiar with running your application as a Desktop application because, prior to Team Developer 6.0, the default option for running an executable (EXE) application was Standard EXE. Later, when you wanted an executable created for your application, you clicked menu Project/Build: <> (which displayed the executable name) and your executable was created. This executable would then run as a Win32 Desktop application.

Now with Team Developer 6.0, when you define the Build Settings for your application, you can specify that the Build Target will be a Win32, i.e., Standard EXE, application. Essentially, the same output and Windows runtime environment as defined in prior versions of Team Developer.

Alternatively, you can define the Build Target to be a .NET application, where your application will take advantage of the .NET/WPF subsystem features and run in one of two modes: Either in the Windows .NET subsystem as a Desktop application; or as an XBAP (pronounced �ex-bap�) Web Browser application, hosted and run inside a web browser.

Download the Getting Started white paper to learn more.

ACCELL, Dataserver and NXJ Releases 2011

Unify ACCELL

This year we will release a new version of Unify ACCELL that brings support for the latest Operating Systems and foremost will introduce a new Oracle database layer to support Oracle 10g and 11g drivers from ACCELL applications. This is for the many ACCELL customers that are using ACCELL apps that access Oracle databases.

For ACCELL customers who are still using Unify�s own DataServer product, we are introducing a new datetime datatype that is also supported in the new DataServer release. This allows ACCELL applications to save and retrieve datetime values in one single field or database column. To support the new datetime datatype a number of new functions that support converting, for example strings to datetime values and retrieving the current machine datetime, will be introduced.

The 2011 ACCELL release will also include fixes and enhancements that have been implemented for customers since the last ACCELL release.

Unify Dataserver

The upcoming DataServer release introduces a new datetime combined datatype to support integrated datetime management from ACCELL applications. This includes the ability to do math on datetime values within SQL statements. And of course we will support the latest Operating Systems with the upcoming DataServer release and, as with ACCELL, the new release will include fixes and enhancements since the last release.

Unify NXJ

NXJ 12.1, scheduled to be released in 2011, will support a number of new things. The new release will support the latest browser versions for Internet Explorer and Firefox. JBoss Application Server support will include up-to-date versions of JBoss.

The 2011 NXJ release will also include fixes and enhancements that have been implemented for customers since the last NXJ release.

Stay tuned for more information on ACCELL, DataServer and NXJ.

Unify Academy

Get started with Team Developer 6.0 training now! Using the Unify Academy online training you can learn when and what you want, 24 hours a day. The Unify Academy brings you up to speed with upgrading applications to TD 6.0 .NET apps. And of course the Academy offers detailed trainings about all of the new controls available in TD 6.0 such as the new Page Navigator, the new Tree and much more.

You can work through the chapters at your own pace. After all sessions have been completed, a final test including free certification can be taken.

Reward yourself with the TD 6 Training Certificate. The test is free but not easy to pass. You have to correctly answer 90% of the test questions. If you pass the test and receive the certificate it really means you know a lot about the technical details of Team Developer 6.0.

Now talk to your boss and have a chat about your salary. If you are looking for a new job, having the TD 6.0 Training Certificate can help you to prove your knowledge to an employer looking for TD 6.0 skills.

SQLBase 11.6

Easy and powerful database monitoring, increased limits, roles and improved performance.

A ton of new functionality, requested by customers, in this powerful release of the beloved database workhorse - SQLBase.

The image below shows the new SQL performance analyzer. The grid contains a list of executed SQL statements and the execution time of each. By clicking on a column header one can sort the results by execution time. If a row is selected, the tab bar at the bottom shows either the complete SQL statement or the execution plan that gives indication as to what tables and indexes have been used to execute the query.

SQLBase 11.6 Command Center has all the information about your SQLBase servers available. Command Center helps you to monitor the health of your and your customers SQLBase installations. In case of performance bottlenecks, the new performance monitoring allows you to detect the source of the problem with a few mouse clicks. Solving the issue might only involve creating a few new indexes or switching to the new Read Committed isolation level.

SQLBase 11.6 Roles: Significantly easier user administration using the new roles concept. Just create a few roles and define detailed security for only the roles. Then assign as many users as you like to a role. SQLBase Command Center lets you easily manage users and roles.

SQLBase 11.6 Increased Limits: More columns per table/view, more data for char and nchar fields. Now create up to 1000 columns per table or view. Create NCHAR Unicode fields having a length of 500 characters and varchar fields up to 1000 characters. Use the new LONG NVARCHAR datatype for unlimited length Unicode data.

SQLBase 11.6 Enhanced Read Committed (RC) for Better Multi-user Application Performance: Enhanced RC modes allow reusing existing applications without changes and leverage the no lock reading mode of RC. In RC mode queries never have to wait for locks to be released before they read data. This can accelerate multi-user applications quite dramatically.

SQLBase 11.6 64-bit Windows Drivers: Do you have 64-bit applications that need to access SQLBase? SQLBase 11.6 comes with a 64-bit ODBC, OLEDB and .NET Data Provider.

February Webinars

Want to learn more about Team Developer 6.0? Register now to attend one of these upcoming live webinars:

Social Networking

Visit our Social Networking initiatives to quickly learn the latest about Unify, Team Developer and SQLBase. The blog is contains new stories several times a week. Our facebook page is updated with all the latest events and information as well. Plus we are tweeting news to the public through @GoUnify on Twitter.

The Unify user community is quite active and vibrant and has created several Social Networking initiatives. Here is a quick list of community networking sites.



New to Team Developer? What's the big deal with Team Developer 6.0 .NET TD developers have raved about how quickly .NET applications can be built using Team Developer 6.0 .NET. What is Team Developer and why should you give it a test-drive? TD 6.0 .NET is a brand new .NET programming language and IDE that offers business level application programming. Team Developer .NET includes the TD Business Framework (read press release) that allows for incredible, productive .NET business application development. Team Developer 6.0 .NET, the Power to Succeed (why TD projects rarely fail) With Team Developer, developers can get a head-start building and deploying .NET projects. Download the trial version and see how you can quickly develop applications on .NET. Be sure to view the QuickStart guide to learn more about TD�s incredible productivity. TD Business Framework Intelligent .NET language with built-in business power Business enabled power objects and classes From grids to reporting, ready to be filled with life quickly Fully tested business framework reduces amount of custom app defects Team Developer .NET lets you separate business logic and GUI. Business logic can be compiled to .NET Class Libraries and reused from C#. Team Developer .NET integrates well with existing .NET infrastructures. More about Team Developer 6.0 .NET is available on our website. Download your trial version of Team Developer 6.0. To request the .NET trial version, please fill out this short form. Getting Started with TD .NET Applications With Team Developer 6.0, you now have the ability to write applications which utilize the Microsoft .NET Framework and Windows Presentation Foundation (WPF) graphical subsystem. This Framework is supported by multiple languages, including TD 6.0. Included in .NET is a large library of coded solutions and a common language infrastructure that manages the execution of applications written specifically for this Framework. You define that your Team Developer 6.0 application can be saved and run in one of two .NET WPF modes: Desktop (EXE) application Web Browser (XBAP) application You are probably familiar with running your application as a Desktop application because, prior to Team Developer 6.0, the default option for running an executable (EXE) application was Standard EXE. Later, when you wanted an executable created for your application, you clicked menu Project/Build: <> (which displayed the executable name) and your executable was created. This executable would then run as a Win32 Desktop application. Now with Team Developer 6.0, when you define the Build Settings for your application, you can specify that the Build Target will be a Win32, i.e., Standard EXE, application. Essentially, the same output and Windows runtime environment as defined in prior versions of Team Developer. Alternatively, you can define the Build Target to be a .NET application, where your application will take advantage of the .NET/WPF subsystem features and run in one of two modes: Either in the Windows .NET subsystem as a Desktop application; or as an XBAP (pronounced �ex-bap�) Web Browser application, hosted and run inside a web browser. Download the Getting Started white paper to learn more. ACCELL, Dataserver and NXJ Releases 2011 Unify ACCELL This year we will release a new version of Unify ACCELL that brings support for the latest Operating Systems and foremost will introduce a new Oracle database layer to support Oracle 10g and 11g drivers from ACCELL applications. This is for the many ACCELL customers that are using ACCELL apps that access Oracle databases. For ACCELL customers who are still using Unify�s own DataServer product, we are introducing a new datetime datatype that is also supported in the new DataServer release. This allows ACCELL applications to save and retrieve datetime values in one single field or database column. To support the new datetime datatype a number of new functions that support converting, for example strings to datetime values and retrieving the current machine datetime, will be introduced. The 2011 ACCELL release will also include fixes and enhancements that have been implemented for customers since the last ACCELL release. Unify Dataserver The upcoming DataServer release introduces a new datetime combined datatype to support integrated datetime management from ACCELL applications. This includes the ability to do math on datetime values within SQL statements. And of course we will support the latest Operating Systems with the upcoming DataServer release and, as with ACCELL, the new release will include fixes and enhancements since the last release. Unify NXJ NXJ 12.1, scheduled to be released in 2011, will support a number of new things. The new release will support the latest browser versions for Internet Explorer and Firefox. JBoss Application Server support will include up-to-date versions of JBoss. The 2011 NXJ release will also include fixes and enhancements that have been implemented for customers since the last NXJ release. Stay tuned for more information on ACCELL, DataServer and NXJ. Unify Academy Online Training for Team Developer 6.0 Get started with Team Developer 6.0 training now! Using the Unify Academy online training you can learn when and what you want, 24 hours a day. The Unify Academy brings you up to speed with upgrading applications to TD 6.0 .NET apps. And of course the Academy offers detailed trainings about all of the new controls available in TD 6.0 such as the new Page Navigator, the new Tree and much more. You can work through the chapters at your own pace. After all sessions have been completed, a final test including free certification can be taken. Impress your boss with a Unify Academy Certificate Reward yourself with the TD 6 Training Certificate. The test is free but not easy to pass. You have to correctly answer 90% of the test questions. If you pass the test and receive the certificate it really means you know a lot about the technical details of Team Developer 6.0. Now talk to your boss and have a chat about your salary. If you are looking for a new job, having the TD 6.0 Training Certificate can help you to prove your knowledge to an employer looking for TD 6.0 skills. Let the Unify Academy Training Certificates support your personal career. Register for the Unify Academy now! SQLBase 11.6 Easy and powerful database monitoring, increased limits, roles and improved performance. A ton of new functionality, requested by customers, in this powerful release of the beloved database workhorse - SQLBase. SQLBase 11.6 Command Center: Monitor, Analyze, Solve Monitor: Use the easy and intuitive SQLBase Command Center to monitor what is going on with your SQLBase servers. Easily monitor local and remote SQLBase servers. Analyze: Easily detect the performance bottlenecks or other database related issues. Solve: Put solutions in place that solve performance bottlenecks. The image below shows the new SQL performance analyzer. The grid contains a list of executed SQL statements and the execution time of each. By clicking on a column header one can sort the results by execution time. If a row is selected, the tab bar at the bottom shows either the complete SQL statement or the execution plan that gives indication as to what tables and indexes have been used to execute the query. SQLBase 11.6 Command Center has all the information about your SQLBase servers available. Command Center helps you to monitor the health of your and your customers SQLBase installations. In case of performance bottlenecks, the new performance monitoring allows you to detect the source of the problem with a few mouse clicks. Solving the issue might only involve creating a few new indexes or switching to the new Read Committed isolation level. SQLBase 11.6 Roles: Significantly easier user administration using the new roles concept. Just create a few roles and define detailed security for only the roles. Then assign as many users as you like to a role. SQLBase Command Center lets you easily manage users and roles. SQLBase 11.6 Increased Limits: More columns per table/view, more data for char and nchar fields. Now create up to 1000 columns per table or view. Create NCHAR Unicode fields having a length of 500 characters and varchar fields up to 1000 characters. Use the new LONG NVARCHAR datatype for unlimited length Unicode data. SQLBase 11.6 Enhanced Read Committed (RC) for Better Multi-user Application Performance: Enhanced RC modes allow reusing existing applications without changes and leverage the no lock reading mode of RC. In RC mode queries never have to wait for locks to be released before they read data. This can accelerate multi-user applications quite dramatically. SQLBase 11.6 64-bit Windows Drivers: Do you have 64-bit applications that need to access SQLBase? SQLBase 11.6 comes with a 64-bit ODBC, OLEDB and .NET Data Provider. Order your SQLBase 11.6 upgrade now, contact sales@unify.com February Webinars Want to learn more about Team Developer 6.0? Register now to attend one of these upcoming live webinars: Supporting Mobile Cloud Apps for iPhone, iPad, Android and WebOS with Team Developer 6.0 Register now >> Tuesday, February 15, 2011 8 am Pacific / 11 am Eastern / 5 pm CET International Time Replacing ActiveX Controls with .NET WPF Controls Register now >> Thursday, February 17, 2011 8 am Pacific / 11 am Eastern / 5 pm CET International Time View archived webinars Available videos include: Deploying TD Apps as WPF Apps to the Browser Migrating existing TD apps to Team Developer 6.0 Using XAML to update the User Interface Click here to see the latest webinar recordings. Social Networking Visit our Social Networking initiatives to quickly learn the latest about Unify, Team Developer and SQLBase. The blog is contains new stories several times a week. Our facebook page is updated with all the latest events and information as well. Plus we are tweeting news to the public through @GoUnify on Twitter. Community Driven Social Networking The Unify user community is quite active and vibrant and has created several Social Networking initiatives. Here is a quick list of community networking sites. SQLWindows Users & Developers Network on Dave Rabelink�s Team Developer Wiki		In this issue: New to Team Developer? TD .NET Apps ACCELL, DataServer and NXJ releases Unify Academy SQLBase 11.6 February Webinars Social Networking
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