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SOR$ - Interface to SORT

Overview

VX/SOR$ provides a call-compatible implementation of OpenVMS sorting routines for x86 and ARM Linux. It enables OpenVMS applications to perform structured data sorting, merging, and file-based sorting while maintaining compatibility with existing logic and execution behavior.

Key Features

• Fully compatible with OpenVMS SOR$ APIs.

• Supports structured data sorting, merging, and record-based processing.

• Allows seamless migration of OpenVMS applications that rely on SOR$ routines.

• Integrates with VX/RT to provide full OpenVMS-style sorting capabilities on x86 and ARM Linux.

• Ensures consistency in sorting operations, file-based sorting, and structured data handling across platforms.

VX/SOR$ Callable Routines

SOR$ API Function
SOR$BEGIN_SORTBegin sorting process
SOR$DTYPEDefine sort data type
SOR$END_SORTEnd sorting process
SOR$INIT_SORTInitialize sorting
SOR$PASS_FILESPass files for sorting
SOR$RELEASE_RECRelease sorted record
SOR$RETURN_RECReturn sorted record
SOR$SORT_MERGESort and merge data
SOR$SPEC_FILESpecify file for sorting
SOR$STATGet sorting status

Why Use VX/SOR$?

• Preserves OpenVMS sorting logic, enabling direct porting of applications.

• Provides full compatibility with OpenVMS SOR$ functions, ensuring seamless data organization on Linux.

• Supports key OpenVMS sorting operations, including file-based sorting, structured record handling, and data merging.

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Curious about how Sector7 can facilitate your application migration? Explore our FAQs for expert insights.

What is VX/SOR$ and how does it help with OpenVMS migration?

VX/SOR$ provides a call-compatible implementation of OpenVMS sorting routines for x86 and ARM Linux. It enables seamless migration of OpenVMS applications that rely on SOR$ routines by maintaining compatibility with existing logic and execution behavior.

This tool is essential for organizations migrating from OpenVMS to Linux while preserving their investment in sorting and data processing applications. Contact us to discuss your OpenVMS migration requirements.

What sorting capabilities does VX/SOR$ provide?

VX/SOR$ supports structured data sorting, merging, record-based processing, and file-based sorting operations.

Which SOR$ API functions are supported?

VX/SOR$ supports all key OpenVMS SOR$ APIs including SOR$BEGIN_SORT, SOR$END_SORT, SOR$INIT_SORT, SOR$PASS_FILES, SOR$RELEASE_REC, SOR$RETURN_REC, SOR$SORT_MERGE, and SOR$STAT.

How does VX/SOR$ integrate with other migration tools?

VX/SOR$ seamlessly integrates with the VX/RT ecosystem to provide comprehensive OpenVMS compatibility on x86 and ARM Linux platforms.

What types of data operations can be migrated using VX/SOR$?

VX/SOR$ handles structured data sorting, file-based sorting operations, data merging, and record-based processing. This enables direct porting of OpenVMS applications that perform complex data organization tasks.

Organizations like BNY Mellon have successfully migrated complex data processing systems using similar OpenVMS compatibility tools.

Does VX/SOR$ require code modifications during migration?

No, VX/SOR$ provides full compatibility with OpenVMS SOR$ functions, enabling applications to be migrated without major modifications to sorting logic.

What platforms does VX/SOR$ support?

VX/SOR$ is designed specifically for x86 and ARM Linux platforms, providing OpenVMS-compatible sorting functionality on modern Linux systems.

What are the benefits of using VX/SOR$ for OpenVMS migration?

VX/SOR$ preserves existing OpenVMS sorting logic and ensures consistency in sorting operations across platforms. This minimizes development costs and preserves productivity during migration.

The tool enables organizations to modernize their infrastructure while maintaining critical data processing capabilities. Companies can eliminate vendor lock-in and move to standard Linux platforms without losing functionality.

Similar to Telstra's successful migration, organizations benefit from reduced maintenance costs and improved scalability. To explore how VX/SOR$ can support your migration project, contact our team.

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