RE: Application development tools (was: no subject)

The car analogy really doesn't work here because the ignition key, steering
wheel, etcetera are built into the price of the car.  IBM sets prices for
SEU separately from the compilers.

In fact, SEU is not required to use CRTCLPGM.  If I recall correctly, DFU is
included with OS/400 and may be configured to show multiple lines as an
editor would.  Therefore, it may be used to edit source code.  So there is
your "free" editor!

Now would I like using it for this purpose?  No.  Is this a more productive
method of editing source than SEU or Code?  No, but that is why SEU exists
and why IBM charges extra.  It adds function to the system and increases
productivity.

Just my two cents as Devil's (or IBM's) Advocate.

Donald R. Fisher, III
Project Manager
The Roomstore Furniture Company
(804) 784-7600 extension 2124
DFisher@roomstoreeast.com

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if I buy a car I expect it to come with an ignition key, a steering wheel, a
seat ... IOW ... there are some things that should be part of the product.
If IBM supply CRTCLPGM *Cmd, what is the point without the editor?
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