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IBM i

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    Compiler: Replace object without moving existing object to QRPLOBJ

    We have a LPAR which is used as a build server for ILE objects. Therefore the LPAR will only execute compiler commands, save the created objects and send them to another server. The compiled objects will never be used (called) on this LPAR. When w...
    over 3 years ago in IBM i / Languages - Other 2 Not under consideration

    Expose fast path to Long SQL Name directory in OBJECT_STATISTICS or similar function

    The SQL function OBJECT_STATISTICS returns the Long SQL Name for system objects that are also SQL objects. However there is no "fast" way to access these objects by their LONG name, full or generic. Provide a way to access objects by Long SQL Name...
    over 3 years ago in IBM i / Db2 for i 1 Not under consideration

    Add version/release check to RTVSQLSTM "compiler"

    When running SQL via RUNSQLSTM, it would be nice to have the ability to check the current IBM i VxRy and conditionally control (include) sections of code. For example, many IBM Services UDTFs have new or changed input parameters on later releases....
    over 3 years ago in IBM i / Db2 for i 1 Not under consideration

    Determining the current version of the Qradar installation via UCMDB.

    System: Qradar SIEMActor: The Technological Reliability teamDescription: The Technological Reliability team needs to detect the current version of the Qradar SIEM installation in order to correctly verify that the reliability risks are closed. Use...
    almost 4 years ago in IBM i / System Management 1 Not under consideration

    SPSS Modeler v.18.2.1 Compatibility with Teradata v.17

    SPSS Modeler 18.2.1 support for Teradata v17. At the moment SPSS Modeler 18.2.1 compatibility matrix states that Teradata V17 is not supported. Use Case: Use Case : SPSS Modeler team can relax ( be assured that all is working) when Teradata gets u...
    over 4 years ago in IBM i / Documentation 2 Not under consideration

    Implement PowerHA Administrative Domain Policies in os 7.3

    It would be very usefull to have Administrative Domain Policies (at least QCST_AD_CREATE and QCST_AD_DELETE) implemented by PTF also on 7.3 version of operating system the same way like QHA_AD_ANZCADPRF policy. Use Case: Deletion of user profiles ...
    almost 5 years ago in IBM i / PowerHA 2 Not under consideration

    Can't install RDi on removable device

    As a consultant in a small company, I would like to be able to install RDi on a removable device such as a USB stick so I can move it from one laptop to another for use with different clients. Use Case: As a consultant, I am often given a laptop f...
    about 5 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 3 Not under consideration

    Allow multiple definitions in a Dcl-s statement

    A very usefull future I found in other languages is multiple variable definition in one line of code: Dcl-s a b c int(10); is clearly faster and shorter than: Dcl-s a int(10);Dcl-s b int(10);Dcl-s c int(10); Use Case: nd
    over 5 years ago in IBM i / Languages - RPG 1 Not under consideration

    RDi default cursor mode

    Default to insert mode, or at least give me the option to pick insert instead of overwrite. Every time I open a source file I have to change to insert mode. Use Case: editing code
    almost 6 years ago in IBM i / RDi (Rational Developer for i) 2 Not under consideration

    Allow changing Record Format Name in ACS Schema Table Definition Window

    Allow changing Record Format Name in ACS Schema Table Definition Window after the table has already been created. The field is only available during the new table creation. Use Case: You chose the auto-generated name, but would later like to fix t...
    almost 6 years ago in IBM i / IBM i Access Family 3 Not under consideration

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