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VX/LCKMGR: OpenVMS Lock Manager
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PAS$ - PASCAL Support Routines
FORMS$ - DECFORMS Integration
OTS$ - Data Conversion Routines
MTH$ - MATH Routines
BAS$ - BASIC Runtime Support
EXE$ - Operating System Interface
FOR$ - FORTRAN Support Routines
EDT$ - Callable Editor
FMS$ - Forms Management System
LBR$- Callable Librarian
SMG$ - Screen Management
SOR$ - Interface to SORT
SQL$ - SQL Database Interface
FDL$ - File Definition Language
DEC FORMS/SCREENS
VX/SMG - SMG
VX/FMS - OpenVMS Forms Management
VX/DECFORMS - DECforms IFDL Compiler and FORMS$
RMS
VX/DATAX - OpenVMS RMS Data exchange
VX/FDL - File Description Language Routines
VX/RMS - SYS$ Routines for RMS
ACMS
VX/RTR - OpenVMS RTR V2 to Async RTR V3
VX/DMQ - OpenVMS DMQ (PAMS) for x86 Linux
VX/ACMS - OpenVMS ACMS(TDF,MDF,GDF,ADF) to C++
RDB
VX/PF2PC-FORTRAN - FORTRAN with embedded SQL to Pro*C
VX/SQLMOD- SQLMOD to Embedded SQL
UTILITIES
VX/CDD - OpenVMS CDD
VX/JSP - OpenVMS Print & Batch
VX/CLD - OpenVMS CLD Compiler
VX/MSG - OpenVMS Message Compiler
VX/MMS - OpenVMS MMS to make and XML
VX/LCKMGR: OpenVMS Lock Manager
VX/DATAX - OpenVMS RMS Data exchange
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EDT$ - Callable Editor

EDT$ - Callable Editor

Overview

VX/EDT$ provides an OpenVMS EDT-compatible text editor for x86 and ARM Linux, supporting both interactive and programmatic use. It enables OpenVMS applications and users to maintain familiar editing workflows while working in a Linux environment.

Key Features

• Fully compatible with OpenVMS EDT$ APIs.

• Supports interactive text editing, file input/output, workspace management, and character set translation.

• Allows seamless migration of OpenVMS applications relying on EDT$ for text manipulation.

• Integrates with VX/RT to provide full OpenVMS text editing capabilities on x86 and ARM Linux.

• Maintains familiar EDT command structures and key bindings.

VX/EDT$ Callable Routines

EDT$ API Function
EDT$EDITEdit text files
EDT$FILEIOHandles file input and output operations
EDT$WORKIOManages temporary workspace file operations
EDT$XLATETranslates character sets in editor operations

Why Use VX/EDT$?

• Preserves OpenVMS editing workflows, enabling direct porting of applications and user scripts.

• Provides full compatibility with OpenVMS EDT$ text manipulation functions.

• Supports both interactive and automated text processing, ensuring flexibility for developers.

• Seamlessly integrates into the VX/RT ecosystem for OpenVMS compatibility on x86 and ARM Linux.

VX/EDT$ ensures that OpenVMS applications requiring EDT$ services can be migrated without major modifications, preserving productivity and minimizing development costs.

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What is VX/EDT$ and how does it help with OpenVMS migrations?

VX/EDT$ provides an OpenVMS EDT-compatible text editor for x86 and ARM Linux, supporting both interactive and programmatic use. This tool enables OpenVMS applications and users to maintain familiar editing workflows while working in a Linux environment.

By preserving OpenVMS editing workflows and providing full compatibility with OpenVMS EDT$ text manipulation functions, VX/EDT$ ensures seamless migration without major modifications. To discuss how this can benefit your migration project, contact us.

Which EDT$ APIs does VX/EDT$ support?

VX/EDT$ supports four key EDT$ APIs: EDT$EDIT for editing text files, EDT$FILEIO for file input/output operations, EDT$WORKIO for temporary workspace management, and EDT$XLATE for character set translation.

Does VX/EDT$ maintain EDT command structures and key bindings?

Yes, VX/EDT$ maintains familiar EDT command structures and key bindings, ensuring users can continue working with their established editing workflows.

What platforms does VX/EDT$ support?

VX/EDT$ runs on both x86 and ARM Linux platforms, providing flexibility for different hardware architectures.

How does VX/EDT$ integrate with other VX tools?

VX/EDT$ seamlessly integrates with VX/RT to provide full OpenVMS text editing capabilities on Linux. This integration is part of the comprehensive VX/RT ecosystem that enables complete OpenVMS compatibility.

Companies like Telstra have successfully used integrated VX tools for complex system migrations while preserving critical functionality.

Can VX/EDT$ handle both interactive and automated text processing?

Yes, VX/EDT$ supports both interactive text editing and automated text processing, providing flexibility for developers and maintaining compatibility with existing OpenVMS applications.

What character set operations does VX/EDT$ support?

VX/EDT$ includes character set translation capabilities through the EDT$XLATE function, enabling proper handling of different character encodings during text editing operations.

What are the main benefits of using VX/EDT$ for OpenVMS migrations?

VX/EDT$ delivers significant migration benefits by preserving OpenVMS editing workflows and enabling direct porting of applications and user scripts. The tool provides full compatibility with OpenVMS EDT$ text manipulation functions, eliminating the need for major code modifications.

This approach minimizes development costs and preserves productivity during migration projects. Organizations can maintain their existing text processing workflows while gaining the benefits of modern Linux infrastructure.

Similar migration strategies have proven successful for companies like SEB in their system modernization projects. To explore how VX/EDT$ can streamline your migration, contact us.

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