This help file is about DataFlex's object oriented programming language. It presents a formal definition of the syntax and use of the DataFlex language. You can also find detailed information about the syntax of specific commands in the DataFlex Language Reference.
This manual presents several kinds of information:
The first ten chapters define the DataFlex language, examining each element of a program in detail and how it fits into the structure of a program.
The remaining chapters present technical information on various specific programming operations such as file input and output, the Database API, and advanced function method calling.
Special typefaces and symbols are used when describing the syntax of the DataFlex programming language in this help file. These symbols are described in the following table.
Typeface or Symbol |
Meaning |
Monospace type |
Monospaced text is used to represent programming code and code elements as it must be typed. It is also used for all the following symbols. |
[] |
Square brackets are used to enclose optional syntax. You should not type square brackets verbatim. |
{identifier} |
Text within {} braces represents DataFlex identifiers such as variable names, object names, or method names. |