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Fortifying Security: 4D Embraces OpenSSL 3.1

In an era where data security is paramount, updating security libraries is crucial.
4D v20 has taken a significant step forward by upgrading its OpenSSL library from version 1.1 to 3.1.
This advancement brings forth a multitude of advantages and improvements for 4D developers, enabling them to build applications that are not only highly secure but also exceptionally efficient.
Now, let’s explore these benefits in detail.

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Websocket Client

In today’s interconnected world, the need for real-time updates is paramount for websites and IoT applications.

A way to deliver information instantly to your sites or applications is to use the Websocket protocol which provides a full-duplex communication channel between a server and a client. From 4D V20, you can create a websocket server with the 4D.WebSocketServer class. We continue in v20 R2 with the 4D.WebSocket class that allows you to create a websocket client to connect to any websocket servers.

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Create a standalone application with the Build4D component

A new build4D component has been available on GitHub for a few months. It empowers you to effortlessly create a compiled project or a component. Things are getting even better; this new component version will enable you to generate a single-user application, expanding the possibilities for your development workflow.

So with tool4D available since v20, integrating the application generation process into your CI (Continuous Integration) tools has become remarkably convenient.

Let’s delve into the details!

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4D v20 R2 Beta Starts Today

We are pleased to announce the launch of beta testing for 4D v20 R2! 

Following the successful release of 4D v20 LTS, this new version comes with even more enhancements and exciting additional features you wouldn’t want to overlook!

Let’s uncover all that 4D v20 R2 Beta has to offer:

 

 

 

  • Introducing the 4D Write Pro Table Wizard, an intuitive tool designed for end-users, enabling them to leverage developer-provided templates tailored to their business requirements.
  • Experience elevated error management capabilities that enhance user feedback by providing comprehensive and timely information directly within your interfaces.
  • Embrace the new .sjs file format in 4D View Pro, specifically designed to address performance challenges encountered when working with larger files.
  • Explore the new functionality to send emails via the Gmail API, expanding your communication capabilities.
  • Discover the latest addition of a Visual Studio Code extension feature that enables code formatting.
  • And that’s not all —Much more awaits you!

Download 4D v20 R2 now (Exclusive to 4D Partners)

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4D v20 LTS is Here

4D v20 LTS, the most feature-rich version of 4D to date, has been released!

Over the past few years, we’ve taken 4D forward at an unprecedented pace. We introduced cutting-edge concepts such as Object-Oriented Programming (OOP) and classes, refined the 4D language to match the familiarity and intuitiveness of popular languages such as JavaScript & TypeScript, and introduced ORDA, an innovative way to access data, among other advancements.

Download 4D v20 LTS Now 

Now, with 4D v20, witness the integration of Visual Studio Code editor, harness the exceptional capabilities of 4D Write Pro for template-based document generation, and empower yourself with features to build modern applications’ UIs.

And that’s not all! Check out the highlights below:

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4D View Pro: Create a Pivot Table from a data table

Pivot tables are among the most valuable features that allow users to swiftly summarize and analyze large quantities of data to see comparisons, patterns, and trends in their data. From the 4D v19, pivot tables are included in 4D View Pro. This blog post reviews how to use a pivot table through the ribbon interface.

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