Event Date
October 19, 2022
Time
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
About Event
Join us for an informative session with Gregory Simmons, a software engineer at PC Richard & Son. The pre-session will focus on improving RPG program performance through dataset processing. The main session will cover techniques for embedding SQL into legacy RPG code, including starting with simple programs, handling multi-member files, and converting DDS described files to SQL tables. Enhance your skills in modernizing legacy code for better performance and maintainability.
Schedule
Pre-Session
Moving to Dataset Processing
5:00 PM
Networking & Cocktail Hour
Connect and enjoy our open bar.
6:00 PM
Dinner & Q&A
Interactive session over dinner.
7:00 PM
Main Session
Embedding SQL into Legacy Code
8:00 PM
Session Ends
Wrapping up with gratitude
9:00 PM
What Will You Learn?
Dataset Processing
Explore three approaches to improving RPG program performance by reducing I/O counts through dataset processing.
Embedding SQL
Discover methods for embedding SQL into legacy RPG code to enhance performance and maintainability.
SQL Conversion
Learn how to convert DDS described files to SQL tables using the surrogate logical method.
Keynote Speaker
Gregory Simmons
Software Engineer | Project Manager at PC Richard & Son
Gregory Simmons is a seasoned Software Engineer and Project Manager at PC Richard & Son, with over 25 years of experience in software development. Known for his expertise in multiple programming languages and platforms, Gregory is dedicated to writing efficient and fast code. Before joining PC Richard & Son, he spent 25 years at Jack Henry & Associates, refining his skills in application development. Gregory also served as a Technical Engineering Specialist in the Army National Guard and is a passionate educator, teaching AS/400 systems and RPG programming. His extensive experience and commitment to continuous learning make Gregory a respected expert in modern web app development and IBM i environments.