This white paper discusses the major advantages that SQL has in comparison to the IBM i5/OS Open Query File (OPNQRYF) command. It also provides a methodology for converting OPNQRYF applications to an SQL-based model, as well as some key points to consider during the conversion process.
Introduction
This white paper discusses the major advantages that SQL has in comparison to the IBM i5/OS Open Query File (OPNQRYF) command. It also provides a methodology for converting OPNQRYF applications to an SQL-based model, as well as some key points to consider during the conversion process.