Working with IBM i Files (Magic xpa 3.x)
This section describes some unique features that let you work with IBM i files in Magic xpa for IBM i. Regardless of whether you are more familiar with the IBM i platform or the Magic xpa platform, this section shows you how Magic xpa for IBM i connects the two platforms so that you can learn how to translate the functionality of one platform to the other.
Translating Between ANSI and EBCDIC
Using the IBM i File System
Defining Database Files in IBM i Outside of Magic xpa
Accessing IBM i Database Files
Defining and Using IBM i Files in Magic xpa
Defining Current IBM i Files in Magic xpa
Importing File Definitions into Magic xpa
Working with Join and Restricted Files
File Open Considerations for ISAM Access and SQL Access