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Manipulate Structured Data with Precision

September 1, 2025
Gain full control over document content by editing, transforming, and validating structured data like XML and JSON within specialized tools.

Data Manipulation in a Structured Document Tool refers to the ability to programmatically access, modify, and reorganize data within documents that follow a defined structure, such as XML or JSON. For software developers, this enables precise control over document content, supports dynamic content generation, and facilitates integration with external systems or data sources. It helps ensure consistency across document workflows and allows developers to automate updates, enforce validation rules, and transform data to meet specific application requirements.

Many Structured Document tools offer data manipulation including:

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

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Debug Spring Apps Faster with Real-Time Insights

September 1, 2025
IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 adds new Spring Debugger which enhances visibility into application behavior with live data on beans and config values.

IntelliJ IDEA by JetBrains is an integrated development environment (IDE) designed to maximize developer productivity through intelligent code assistance, deep language understanding, and robust developer tools. Known for its support for Java and a wide array of other languages and frameworks, IntelliJ IDEA offers advanced code completion, on-the-fly analysis, and reliable refactoring tools that accelerate the entire development process. With a strong focus on ergonomics and performance, it enables professionals to write, test, and debug high-quality code faster and with greater confidence.

The IntelliJ IDEA 2025.2 update adds new Spring Debugger, aiming to significantly improve how developers analyze and resolve issues in Spring-based applications. This update provides deep, real-time visibility into application internals directly from the IDE, removing the need to jump between logs, code, and external tools during debugging. Developers can now instantly see which Spring beans are currently loaded or mocked, and evaluate their definitions without restarting the application. This live view extends to resolved configuration values, with precise source tracking - even for values pulled from environment variables or profile-specific settings. This can help teams pinpoint misconfigurations much faster.

To see a full list of what's new in version 2025.2 see our release notes.

IntelliJ IDEA is licensed per user as a commercial annual subscription. We can supply New Subscriptions, Subscription Renewals, Lapsed Subscription Renewals, and Additional Developer Licenses. See our IntelliJ IDEA licensing page for full details.

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Simplify Deployment with a Single, Unified Installer

September 1, 2025
Advanced Installer 23.0 adds a Suite Installer that lets developers package multiple apps together in a branded, user-friendly installation experience.

Advanced Installer by Caphyon is a versatile software packaging tool used by developers, IT administrators, and software vendors to create reliable, professional-grade installation packages. It simplifies the deployment process for applications across various platforms, offering features like built-in compliance checks, configuration of server roles, and seamless integration with development frameworks. By automating complex tasks, it helps teams save time and reduce errors, making it an indispensable tool for deploying enterprise applications, client-server solutions, and cloud-connected software.

The Advanced Installer 23.0 update introduces the new Suite Installer, allowing developers to bundle multiple applications into a single, customizable installer that reflects their brand identity. This enhancement simplifies deployment by centralizing installation and updates, while offering end users a more refined experience where they can select only the applications they need. By combining flexibility for users with efficiency for developers, the Suite Installer reduces complexity, saves time, and ensures a more professional and consistent delivery process.

To see a full list of what's new in version V23.0, see our release notes.

Advanced Installer is licensed per user and is available as an annual or perpetual license with 1 year support and maintenance. See our Advanced Installer licensing page for full details.

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Highlight Relationships Between Multiple Variables

August 29, 2025
Multi-dimensional charts reveal patterns and trends across multiple metrics or axes, making them ideal for complex data analysis.

Multi-dimensional and relationship charts allow developers to present complex data structures and inter-variable relationships in a way that’s visually intuitive and analytically powerful. These chart types are essential for exploring correlations, comparing grouped metrics, and visualizing distributions across multiple dimensions. They are commonly used in statistical dashboards, performance analysis tools, and scientific applications where simple line or bar charts aren’t sufficient to capture the full context of the data.

Common charts include:

  • Combination Charts allow developers to overlay different chart types, such as bars, lines, and areas, within a single axis system, enabling comparison across metrics with varying scales or data types.
  • Radar & Polar Charts display multivariate data in a circular format, ideal for comparing values across categories that share a common center point, such as performance metrics or skill assessments.
  • Radial Chart formats extend circular visualization into more structured layouts, such as radial bar or radial line charts, providing a compact and distinctive way to show cyclical data or category-based trends.
  • Scatter & Bubble Charts plot data along two or three axes, often using the size of bubbles to represent an additional variable, making them ideal for visualizing trends, clusters, and outliers in high-volume datasets.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our Angular Chart components comparison.

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Easily Embed Barcodes in Blazor Reports

August 29, 2025
Insert scannable barcodes in reports to reduce errors, accelerate data entry, and support integration with logistics and ERP systems.

Adding barcodes to reports means embedding machine-readable codes like QR or Code 128 directly into printed or digital outputs. These can be scanned by barcode readers, making data entry faster, reducing errors, and improving traceability. Barcodes also support integration with inventory, logistics, or ERP systems. This feature is especially useful in manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and supply chain environments where accuracy and speed are essential.

Several .NET Blazor Reporting controls include Barcodes including:

  • Telerik Reporting lets you embed 1D and 2D barcodes such as EAN 13, QR, Data Matrix, and PDF417 directly into report layouts enabling accurate scanning and data capture.
  • DevExpress Reports (MultiPlatform) allows inclusion of over 35 barcode symbologies including GS1, Code 39, QR, and PDF417 using its XRBarCode control.
  • ActiveReports.NET by MESCIUS facilitates printing a wide range of barcode styles with customization options for alignment, color, captions, and data binding.
  • Stimulsoft Reports.WEB supports barcode components including linear and 2D types with editable properties through an integrated barcode editor in the web designer.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET Blazor Reporting Controls.

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