Progress
Language Tutorial
for Windows


Programming the Progress Way

So far you’ve learned what Progress is about and you’ve had a chance to work with the Procedure Editor. Now it’s time to begin working with the 4GL. This chapter covers what is fundamental to every Progress application. First, the chapter presents the underlying concepts and techniques of the Progress 4GL. Second, the chapter examines the components of a Progress procedure. By the end of the chapter, you will be able to recognize a well-structured Progress procedure and understand the function of its constituent parts.

Specifically, you’ll learn about:

In this chapter, you’ll see examples of complete Progress procedures. For now, your goal isn’t to master all the language elements introduced. Instead, your goal is to become familiar with and comfortable with the major components of a Progress procedure.


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