Complete CL

Master the IBM i Control Language (CL) and unlock the full potential of your IBM i server. This comprehensive guide helps programmers and system administrators write robust, production-grade CL programs to maximize the benefits of the IBM i platform. Updated for IBM i 7.3, this sixth edition covers new built-in functions, data types, and SQL support.

Complete CL provides practical guidance on automating tasks, managing system resources, and ensuring data integrity. Learn to navigate the Integrated Language Environment (ILE) and Original Program Model (OPM), debug CL programs, manage objects, and implement interprogram communication. Benefit from expert insights and real-world examples to enhance your CL programming skills.

• Write and compile robust CL programs
• Automate system administration tasks
• Maximize the benefits of the IBM i platform

For programmers and system administrators seeking to master the IBM i Control Language, this is your definitive resource.

Ted Holt holds a Master of Science degree in computer science from the University of Southern Mississippi and has taught at universities, community colleges, and vocational-technical schools. He has written numerous articles and technical tips for print and online publications, and is the author or coauthor of eight books, among them Complete CL, Power CL, and Qshell for iSeries.