OTS$ - Data Conversion Routines

OTS$ API	Function
OTS$CNVOUT	Convert output data
OTS$CVT_L_TB	Convert long to table
OTS$CVT_L_TI	Convert long to integer
OTS$CVT_L_TO	Convert long to octal
OTS$CVT_L_TU	Convert long to unsigned
OTS$CVT_L_TZ	Convert long to timezone
OTS$CVT_T_D	Convert type to decimal
OTS$CVT_T_G	Convert type to general
OTS$CVT_T_H	Convert type to hex
OTS$CVT_TB_L	Convert table to long
OTS$CVT_TI_L	Convert integer to long
OTS$CVT_TU_L	Convert unsigned to long
OTS$CVT_TZ_L	Convert timezone to long
OTS$MOVE3	Move characters
OTS$MOVE5	Move characters with fill
OTS$POWDD	Computes the power of two double-precision numbers
OTS$POWLULU	Power function for long
OTS$SCOPY_R_DX	Copies a string descriptor with right alignment

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

VX/OTS$ provides a call-compatible implementation of OpenVMS data conversion and structured data handling APIs for x86 and ARM Linux. It ensures seamless migration of OpenVMS applications that rely on OTS$ routines while maintaining compatibility with existing logic and execution behavior.

This tool is essential for organizations migrating applications that perform encoding transformations, structured data manipulation, and memory operations. Contact us to discuss how VX/OTS$ can simplify your OpenVMS migration.

Which data conversion functions does VX/OTS$ support?

VX/OTS$ supports all major OpenVMS OTS$ APIs including OTS$CNVOUT, OTS$CVT_L_TB, OTS$CVT_T_D, OTS$MOVE3, OTS$MOVE5, and OTS$POWDD among others.

Does VX/OTS$ maintain numerical representation consistency?

Yes, VX/OTS$ ensures consistency in numerical representation, memory operations, and encoding across platforms when migrating from OpenVMS to Linux.

How does VX/OTS$ handle memory operations during migration?

VX/OTS$ includes memory movement functions like OTS$MOVE3 and OTS$MOVE5 that preserve OpenVMS memory handling behavior on Linux platforms.

Can VX/OTS$ integrate with other VX migration tools?

VX/OTS$ seamlessly integrates into the VX/RT ecosystem for comprehensive OpenVMS compatibility on x86 and ARM Linux. This integration provides full OpenVMS-style data processing capabilities alongside other VX tools.

Organizations like Allianz have successfully leveraged multiple VX tools for complex migrations involving data conversion and processing requirements.

What encoding transformations are supported by VX/OTS$?

VX/OTS$ supports OpenVMS encoding transformations including conversion between numeric formats, timezone handling, and structured data encoding operations.

How does VX/OTS$ handle power and mathematical operations?

VX/OTS$ includes mathematical functions like OTS$POWDD for double-precision power calculations and OTS$POWLULU for long integer power operations, maintaining OpenVMS computational accuracy.

What are the key benefits of using VX/OTS$ for migration projects?

VX/OTS$ preserves OpenVMS data transformation logic, enabling direct porting of applications without major modifications. This reduces development costs and maintains productivity during migration.

The tool provides full compatibility with OpenVMS OTS$ functions, ensuring seamless execution of structured data operations on Linux. Companies like BNY Mellon have leveraged similar migration strategies for critical financial applications.

By eliminating the need to rewrite data conversion logic, VX/OTS$ significantly accelerates migration timelines. Contact our team to learn how VX/OTS$ can streamline your OpenVMS modernization project.

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