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IBM i

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Add library column to RSE Show in Table Work with objects.

When creating a work with objects filter in RSE, you may have the same object name in multiple libraries. But library is not an available column when using the Show in Table option, even though it is a property viewable by right clicking. This is ...
over 12 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 3 Delivered

RDp supports iASP

RDp supports iASP via RSE. Use Case: RDp supports iASP via RSE.
over 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 4 Delivered

Some hot keys to comment / uncomment the source code using LPEX Editor in RDPi

We (developers) who are using LPEX editor in RDPi really feel a need of a hot key to comment/uncomment the source code(s). While writing source codes using LPEX editor if I need to comment/uncomment some of my source code lines I have to individua...
over 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 4 Delivered

Add "File Name" Column to Object Table Member List

I would like a "File Name" added to the object table member view. Use Case: When viewing source members in a library it is possible for two source members to share the same name. It would be nice to have available a column for "File Name"
over 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 5 Delivered

Hebrew looks backwards when exiting visual mode in LPEX editor

RDp/Lpex support the Visual Widget used to enter the text in Hebrew Use Case: When selecting a source member in the iProject view and writing Hebrew in visual mode (Alt + =), while in visual mode Hebrew looks correct.When exiting visual mode the H...
over 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 6 Delivered

Prevent Save Password &? Auto Login

We need to prevent RDp users from saving their userID and password in the "Remote System Explorer" perspective or prevent them from adding such information in menu window>Preferences then under Remote Systems>Password Use Case: When prompt t...
over 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 6 Delivered

Screen Designer - a way to select file level properties

In the design view I have not seen a way to bring up the properties at the file level for a DSPF without first switching to the source view and then back to design view. Can there be a button or something in the tool bar that gets one to the file ...
almost 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 2 Delivered

Add ability to turn off outline view functions in preferences

Add an option to disable the outline view from the preferences in RDp. Use Case: With a slow connection, the editor updating and scrolling stutters. A little circle appears and you have to wait. The abilty to disable this feature would allow you t...
almost 13 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 5 Delivered