by Lorenz Alder, Senior Consultant / Software Architect Ever wanted to build a menu processor and tried to figure out how to call functions by the function names stored in the database? Here’s what you need to know: Create a prototype function defining input and output parameters for callees Let all functions you want to

Good CA 2E code or coding takes some effort. A key aspect of creating good code is to make the action diagram simple to read. It is always good to include comments in code so the next programmer can read your intent. It is also very helpful to divide your code into separate sections of

Many companies are struggling to transform CA 2E green screens to web and mobile applications. CM First has created two limited time offerings to help you leverage APIs and build applications that meet your future demands.   Offer #1: Take the 30-day, Green-Screen Challenge In 30 days, from your current CA 2E (Synon) System Repository,

Data is getting cheap, but connectivity can be more problematic. With employees and customers increasingly relying on a variety of mobile devices, companies have to be concerned that there are still many places where WiFi and cell signals are absent. In remote parts of the country, such as where a lot of the oil and

Working with CA Technologies, CM First will be presenting “RESTful API’s for CA 2E and CA Plex” on May 7th, 2015 at 11:00 AM EDT. This webcast is aimed at helping CA Plex and CA 2E developers understand how critical APIs are to future development efforts.   Register for the webcast at: http://bit.ly/2015APIWebinar See the

CM First has created a new product, CM WebClient Hsync, which allows you to store data on your mobile device when you are out of range of a cell or WiFi signal, then synchronize with your application when you’re back in range. Using REST-based web services, CM Hsync enables communication between the device and back-end