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    Datasheet: ARCAD Transformer Microservices

    ARCAD Transformer Microservices is a tool for modernizing RPG code. It modularizes code automatically by refactoring RPG and creating web services.

    Open your IBM i to the future of digital:

    • Modular transformation: Convert monolithic or redundant code within your IBM i applications into a modular set of functions for easy use as web services.
    • Secure access: Use existing DB2 database logic via web and mobile applications.
    • Enhanced connectivity: Connect existing web applications to proven IBM i application functionality.

    The Business Issue

    IBM i applications often contain valuable business rules crucial to organizational competitiveness. Transforming these applications to an n-tier architecture, which combines existing business logic with modern web or mobile interfaces, requires a robust web services layer. However, the monolithic and complex nature of RPG code necessitates careful refactoring to prevent reliability issues and maintenance challenges.

    The Solution

    ARCAD Transformer Microservices automates the extraction of business rules from legacy IBM i applications, transforming them into RESTful web services. Key capabilities include:

    • Selection of RPG Code Blocks: Helps developers choose the most important candidates for web services.
    • Verification of Code Coupling: Identifies and ensures the consistency of entangled code.
    • Transformation of Variables into Parameters: Converts variables used outside the code into parameters.
    • Code Audit: Notifies developers of anomalies and assists in adding necessary code.
    • Module Extraction: Generates new procedures from selected lines of code.
    • Code Replacement: Replaces old code blocks with calls to new procedures.
    • Upcoming Feature: Identifies and refactors similar code to avoid duplication.

    Once refactored, business rules can be exposed as web services using RDi, making them ready for web or mobile application use.

    Strengths

    • Unique tool for transforming complex code into reusable modules and web services.
    • Compatible with all RPG variants.
    • No specific application knowledge required.
    • User-friendly interface for developers.
    • Can be integrated with other ARCAD tools and RDi (soon VS Code).

    Benefits

    • Opens IBM i technology to modern web/mobile technologies.
    • Connects web applications to IBM i functionality.
    • Maintains security, reliability, and performance of IBM i back-end.
    • Improves code robustness.
    • Eliminates migration/reengineering risks.
    • Reduces technical debt through automated refactoring.
    • Cuts project costs with significant productivity gains (70% compared to manual efforts).

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