Architecture News

Eliminate Disruptions with Missing Image Handling

January 15, 2025
Telerik Report Server 2024 Q4 adds enhanced control over missing images with extended NoDataMessage properties for professional reports.

Telerik Report Server is a comprehensive and flexible end-to-end solution for managing reports. Built with the Telerik Reporting library, it is a server-based Windows web application that provides centralized storage, organization, and previewing of reports, along with features for scheduling, delivery, and user management. Report Server can act as a standalone solution or be integrated within an application, allowing developers to create, manage, and distribute reports across multiple platforms including Blazor, Angular and Windows Forms.

The Telerik Report Server 2024 Q4 update introduces enhanced handling for missing images in reports, providing greater control over how absent data is displayed. This is achieved through extended NoDataMessage properties, which allow developers to define custom messages or visuals that appear when data or images are unavailable. These enhancements improve the clarity and professionalism of report outputs, ensuring that users receive meaningful feedback even when expected content is missing. By addressing common disruptions caused by absent resources, the update helps developers maintain a seamless and polished reporting experience.

To see a full list of what's new in 2024 Q4 (10.3.24.1112), see our release notes.

Telerik Report Server is available as a perpetual license and is licensed per domain. Each domain license contains 15 Client Access Licenses and 1 year support and maintenance. See our Telerik Report Server licensing page for full details.

Telerik Report Server is available individually or as part of Telerik DevCraft Ultimate.

Seamlessly Deploy Apps to Windows Server 2025

January 14, 2025
InstallShield 2024 R2 ensures smooth installations on the latest Windows Server platform with enhanced compatibility for Windows Server 2025.

InstallShield by Revenera is a leading Windows installation development solution that specializes in building installers and managing software packages. InstallShield offers a streamlined interface and comprehensive features, enabling developers to efficiently create professional installers, configure prerequisites, manage updates, and customize the installation experience for diverse user needs.

The InstallShield 2024 R2 release introduces support for Windows Server 2025. This crucial enhancement empowers developers to proactively define installation conditions specifically tailored for this new operating system. By leveraging this functionality, developers can ensure seamless and reliable deployments on Windows Server 2025. This translates to greater control over the installation process, allowing for customized behaviors based on the target environment. This proactive minimizes potential compatibility issues and enhances the overall user experience for those deploying applications on the latest Windows Server platform.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2024 R2, see our release notes.

InstallShield is licensed per user and is available as a 3 Year Timed Subscription. See our InstallShield Professional licensing page or InstallShield Premier licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our InstallShield Professional or InstallShield Premier product pages.

Easily Deploy Your Applications on macOS

January 14, 2025
Streamline your software distribution on macOS and deliver a polished and professional software experience to your Apple users.

The ability to target macOS enables developers to create and distribute software packages specifically designed for Apple's operating system. This functionality allows for optimized installation processes tailored to macOS, including features like automated dependency resolution, user-friendly interfaces, and integration with macOS-specific system settings. By targeting macOS, developers can ensure a smooth and seamless user experience for their software on Apple devices, enhancing software adoption and user satisfaction.

Several installation tools create installers that target macOS including:

  • Advanced Installer Professional by Caphyon enables the creation of professional macOS installers with strong support for Apple's latest technologies.
  • RayPack Studio by Raynet facilitates the creation of macOS installers that integrate seamlessly with Apple's software update mechanisms.
  • InstallAnywhere by Revenera allows for the rapid development of cross-platform installers, including robust support for macOS deployments.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our installation tools comparison.

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Highlight Chart Dimensions with Clear 3D Axis Titles

January 14, 2025
Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP 2025.1.1 adds customizable axis titles for 3D charts, enhancing data clarity and enabling precise visualization.

Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP is a powerful dashboarding and reporting tool designed for PHP web applications. It enables developers to create interactive and visually appealing dashboards that provide real-time insights into data. With its intuitive interface and extensive features, Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP empowers users to analyze complex data sets, visualize trends, and make data-driven decisions effectively.

The Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP 2025.1.1 update introduces customizable axis titles for 3D charts, providing users with greater control over data presentation. This enhancement enables the addition of clear and descriptive labels to the X and Y axes, improving the readability and interpretability of complex data visualizations. With the new Title property group located under Area > X-Axis or Y-Axis > Title, users can easily configure and align axis titles to meet specific design and user experience requirements. This feature ensures a more professional and user-friendly approach to presenting multidimensional data within dashboards.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025.1.1, see our release notes.

Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP is licensed per developer and is available as a perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP licensing page for full details.

Stimulsoft Dashboards.PHP is available individually or as part of Stimulsoft Ultimate.

Follow ComponentSource on Bluesky and Threads

January 14, 2025
We are now active on Bluesky and Threads, providing the latest software development news, updates, and insights to keep you informed.

We are excited to announce our expanded social media presence with the launch of official ComponentSource profiles on Bluesky and Threads. These additions complement our existing social platforms, including X / Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, ensuring you're never far from the latest updates about software components and tools.

By following us across these platforms, you’ll gain instant access to announcements about new releases, updates, and insights into the world of software components and development tools. Whether you're a developer looking for the latest innovations, an IT professional keeping up with trusted tools, or a reseller staying informed about the products your customers rely on, our social channels are the perfect way to stay up to date. We also offer an RSS feed, so you can get real-time updates delivered straight to your preferred news aggregator.

Bluesky and Threads allow us to engage with you in new ways while continuing to deliver the high-quality news and updates you've come to expect. These platforms also open up opportunities for more interactive conversations, giving you a space to share your feedback and stay connected with our growing community.

Join the conversation and follow ComponentSource today on Bluesky and Threads, along with X / Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Wherever you are, we’ll be there to keep you informed and inspired!