Workspace Syntax Checking in VS Code editor
4D 20 R5 brings a new capability to the Visual Studio Code editor through the 4D-Analyzer extension: Say hello to Workspace Syntax Checking, designed ...
May 7, 2024
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4D Language
Design application logic with strong typing, object oriented principles, structured error handling, and modular class architecture. Write clear, maintainable code that works consistently across desktop, web, REST, and client server environments.
New 4D remote session object with Client/Server connection and Stored procedure
In 4D applications, four types of sessions exist 4D Remote session, Stored Procedure session, Mobile session, and Web session. The Session command al...
May 3, 2024
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Try-Catch Code Blocks Unveiled!
After implementing the throw() command and introducing the Try(Expression) keyword, we are excited to unveil the next evolution in 4D's error handling...
May 3, 2024
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Shared Classes
Do you want a simplified way to use shared objects, following the classic object syntax and automatically calling use/end use when needed? Fasten you...
May 2, 2024
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Singletons in 4D
4D 20 R5 delivers a powerful feature for developers: Singletons! The singleton design pattern creates a single instance of a class accessible through...
May 2, 2024
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Tailored Customization for Dates and Times
The manipulation of dates and times often requires specific formatting for various representations based on 4D's internal resources or operating syste...
January 24, 2024
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Introducing Code Live Checker: Elevating Code Quality in 4D Development
4D v20 R4 introduces the Code Live Checker, an algorithm used during Compilation, Syntax Checking, and code typing in the Code Editor. In this blog po...
January 19, 2024
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A New Way to Handle Errors
We've recently introduced a new error-handling mechanism using the new throw() command. This marked the first step towards a new error handling syste...
January 18, 2024
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Streamlined Method Parameter Declarations
In the pursuit of efficient coding practices, 4D developers commonly configure compilation path settings to enhance syntax and typing checks, thereby ...
January 18, 2024
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A Fresh Approach to Writing Variadic Functions
Many of you are familiar with using methods or functions that can accept an unspecified number of parameters, often referred to as variadic functions....
October 23, 2023
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