Teach Yourself e.net - Syspro

11
Building from Here
Objectives - In this final chapter we will briefly summarize what we have presented in the
book and challenge you to build your e.net solutions programming skills.
11.1. e.net solutions Classes and Methods
The outline plan of e.net solutions is simple and easy to understand. There are four main
class object: Utilities, Query, Setup, and Transaction. Within each of these classes there
are methods that control the interaction of the business objects with the SYSPRO
application server. The Utilities class utilizes the Logon, Logoff,
GetLogonProfile, and Run methods. The Query class utilizes the Query, Browse,
Fetch, Next Key, and Previous Key methods The Setup classes utilizes the Add,
Update, and Delete methods. The Transaction class utilizes the Post, and
Build methods.
When operating together through the SYSPRO COM/DCOM or Web Services interface,
these classes and methods expose the core of the SYSPRO ERP system to your
programming ability. You can create your own custom interface, your own custom
applications, and your own custom web enabled systems.
11.2. Dealing in XML
One of the key elements in programming with e.net solutions is understanding and
transforming XML data. As most of the business objects use an XmlIn string to provide
data to the SYSPRO system, and receive an XmlOut string from the SYSPRO system, it is
vital to build your XML skills to the point where using XML statements and documents is
almost second nature to you.
If, after studying and reading through this book, you are still unsure about the XML Input,
Output, and Parameter strings used in e.net solutions programming then you will need to
speak with someone in your organization (or at your local SYSPRO VAR office) who is
more advanced in the use of XML and learn from their experience. There are also many
online tutorials and articles that deal with XML, XSL Stylesheets, and transforming of
XML to various other types of formats. It is also a good idea to utilize the SYSPRO
SupportZone forums.