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Visual PL/B

Where tradition meets innovation in software development!

Visual PL/B

Unlock the power of efficient, reliable programming with Visual PL/B – the language that bridges tradition and innovation.

With support for multiple Windows versions and environments, Visual PL/B adapts to your needs.

Highlights

Visual PL/B offers unparalleled flexibility. Run your legacy text-based programs alongside modern GUI components, or create cutting-edge applications with our advanced graphical capabilities.

  • Legacy of PL/B: First language to support LANs and resource sharing.
  • Rapid development: Design screens in minutes, not hours.
  • Seamless Windows integration with true graphical environment.
  • Multiple Frameworks: Supports Windows, Console mode runtime, CGI and command-line invocation.
  • Compatibility: Run text-based programs under Windows or combine GUI and text-based components in the same program.
  • Versions: Personal and Professional, with additional features in Professional (e.g., SQL support, external calls, WINAPI support).
  • Extensive industry adoption: Used by over 100,000 companies.

Features

  • DESIGNER

    GUI programming made easy

    • Drag-and-drop interface.
    • Automatic code generation.
    • Event-driven programming support.
  • SUNIDE

    Integrated Development Environment

    • Project management.
    • Automatic dependency tracking.
    • Integrated debugging.
  • Advanced File I/O Support
    • AFILE (AAM) and IFILE (ISAM) support.
    • Multiple file types and access methods.
    • Robust file locking and sharing capabilities.
  • Compiler Features
    • Conditional compilation.
    • Large memory support (2GB UDA, 2GB code).
    • TCP/IP support through sockets.
  • Rich Variable Handling
    • Support for large arrays and complex data types.
    • Advanced string manipulation.
    • Comprehensive mathematical functions.
  • Graphical Capabilities
    • Wide range of GUI objects (buttons, menus, sliders, etc.)
    • Dynamic object positioning
    • Real-time movement of GUI elements
  • Cross-platform Compatibility
    • Code runs on Windows 7 - 11, Linux and Windows CE.
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Visual PL/B

Experience the best of both worlds – the reliability of a time-tested language with the power of modern GUI programming. Elevate your software development today with Visual PL/B!

Choose between our Personal and Professional versions to match your requirements.

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