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Simplify Build Configuration with Matrix Builds

November 30, 2023
TeamCity 2023.11 streamlines cross-configuration testing by dynamically generating separate builds with varying configuration parameters.

TeamCity is a versatile CI/CD tool that empowers teams to implement seamless continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous deployment within their DevOps workflows.

TeamCity Version 2023.11 introduces Matrix Builds, a dynamic build system that generates separate builds based on varying configuration parameters. Each unique parameter combination triggers a distinct build configuration, forming a matrix of individual builds that run independently.

Matrix Builds are particularly advantageous for testing software across diverse configurations, such as operating systems or browser versions. By defining a matrix of build configurations, you can execute the same test suite across multiple parameter combinations within a single build configuration, streamlining the review process and facilitating the resolution of compatibility issues.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2023.11, see our release notes.

For more information, visit our TeamCity product page.

Enhance Data Input Accuracy in WPF Apps

November 30, 2023
Masked text boxes restrict user input to a predefined format, ensuring consistent and error-free information entry.

A masked text box is a data editor that requires the user to input data in a specific format. This control is particularly useful in forms where consistency and accuracy of data are critical, such as phone numbers or social security numbers. The mask ensures that the input conforms to a predefined pattern, reducing errors and streamlining data entry processes.

Several WPF data editor components provide masked input text boxes including:

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our WPF Data Editors comparison.

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Easily Convert U3D Files

November 30, 2023
Aspose.CAD for Java V23.8 adds the ability to work with Universal 3D files, including conversion to and from the U3D format.

Aspose.CAD for Java is a powerful Java API library that enables developers to process and convert various CAD and BIM drawing files. It supports a wide range of file formats, including DWG, DXF, DWT, DGN, DWF, DWFX, IFC, STL, IGES, PLT, CF2, OBJ, HPGL, and IGS.

The V23.8 release expands file compatibility by introducing support for U3D files. This enables developers to effortlessly convert U3D files into formats like DWG, DXF, or OBJ, ensuring that your designs can be seamlessly accessed and edited by a broader range of users and software applications.

To see a full list of what's new in Aspose.CAD for Java 23.8, see our release notes.

Aspose.CAD for Java is available to buy in the following products:

Integrate Word Processing into your Delphi 12 Apps

November 30, 2023
WPTools V9.3.8 adds Delphi 12 Athens support, enabling developers to create advanced VCL word processing applications with the latest Delphi release.

WPTools is a set of VCL components, including text property dialogs, editing and GUI, for integrating word processing functionality into Delphi applications. Supporting various tab-stops, intentation and spacing, justified text, font styles, colors and sizes as well as headers, hyperlinks, graphics and more, it has everything you need to give users all they would expect from a word processing application.

WPTools Version 9.3.8.0 introduces support for Delphi 12 Athens, empowering developers to craft sophisticated word processing applications in VCL using the latest Delphi advancements from Embarcadero.

To see a full list of what's new in v9.3.8.0, see our release notes.

WPTools is available to buy in the following products:

Verify JSON Data Quality

November 30, 2023
JSON validation ensures data is structured correctly and adheres to specific rules, preventing errors and improving data integrity.

A JSON validator is a vital tool that ensures the correctness of JSON (JavaScript Object Notation) data by conducting thorough syntactic and structural checks. It verifies the proper placement of braces, brackets, and commas, confirming adherence to the JSON standard syntax. Validators can examine the accuracy of data types, ensuring that values align with the expected types such as numbers, strings, booleans, arrays, and objects.

Several Structured Document Tools support JSON validation including:

  • Oxygen XML Editor by Syncro Soft offers JSON validation ensuring data quality and adherence to data format specifications.
  • Altova XMLSpy provides comprehensive JSON validation capabilities enabling thorough data validation.
  • Liquid Studio JSON Editor Edition by Liquid Technologies supports verification of JSON data against defined data structures, ensuring data integrity.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our Structured Document Tools comparison.

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