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Daniel Corbier
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posted 03-24-2003 11:50 PM

It has been many months since the last beta. A new one was released today. This one is significantly more stable than the previous beta. A number of enhancements over the previous beta are subtle. Some of the enhancements that are easier to describe include a SetError end-user function, support for multi-dimensional arrays, support for multiple numeric types (only Long, Double, and Extended for now) instead of just a generic numeric type, etc… Check out the Test program for examples of defining a For loop, and local or static variables. There's a new syntax for defining functions that are as fast as built-in functions and operators. ucEvaluate overall runs even faster than the previous beta.

This beta now includes source code for add-on DLLs. These files are to clarify how some features work only, and are not for re-distribution. These will likely not be included in the demo for the final release.

The above info is for those who tried the previous beta. If you are only familiar with the non-beta, then in the help file under "What's New", you will find a long list of new features that weren't there in version 2.0.

Note about the help file
The help file has more information and is probably clearer than the previous beta, but it is still incomplete. The Delphi and C++ examples are not up-to-date. The VB examples are the ones to go with for now. But even some of those may not be completely correct. The most accurate examples are found in the source code for the demo programs themselves. There are demo programs for PowerBASIC, Visual Basic, VC++, Delphi, and BCB++. There are additional examples in the Test.Bas file, but that one is only for PB.

Note to VB and VC++ users
The speed enhancements can best be felt for now in PowerBASIC, Borland C++ Builder, and Delphi. Unfortunately, VB and VC++ lag behind (though they should still work faster than with the non-beta version 2.0). Hopefully, once certain things are sorted out, the speed gap should be narrower.

Release date
It is still too early to give an estimate that can be considered even roughly accurate. The end is starting to get into focus. However, there is still a lot of work left. Some key milestones were jotted down. If they are reached, and things continue to go smoothly, it is quite possible for a final beta to be ready within nine months. But, it's possible for it to take longer. The plan is to take however much time as necessary for every last detail to be implemented correctly.

Disclaimers
* There is no guaranty as to the date of release for the next version.
* There is no guaranty as to which features will make it in the next version.
* There is no guaranty as to the suitability of the beta versions for purposes other than beta testing.
* All parts of the beta version are subject to change without notice, and without regard to compatibility from one beta version to the next.
* Hints by me about the next version given via e-mail, online forums, or other method of contact should not be considered as promises of any kind.

To download the March 2003 beta, click on UCalc FMP Beta F.

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Daniel Corbier
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