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Streamline Project Creation with Cloud-Based Tools

December 20, 2024
MadCap Central December 2024 enables seamless project setup and management in a single platform, eliminating the need for external tools.

MadCap Central is a cloud-based content management and collaboration platform designed to enhance the efficiency of documentation workflows for technical writers, instructional designers, and content teams. Integrated with MadCap Flare, it allows teams to manage, publish, and review content more effectively by offering features like version control, task tracking, and streamlined review cycles. With built-in analytics and project visibility, it supports better decision-making by providing insights into content performance and usage. MadCap Central's collaborative environment enables teams to work simultaneously on projects, maintain consistent branding, and deliver high-quality documentation faster. Ideal for organizations that prioritize precision and consistency in user guides, knowledge bases, and eLearning content, it simplifies project management while ensuring content accuracy and alignment with team goals.

The MadCap Central December 2024 update introduces the ability to build projects directly within Central, streamlining the development process for software developers by consolidating project creation, authoring, and output management into a single cloud-based platform. This enhancement eliminates the need for external tools, enabling developers to efficiently manage their workflows, collaborate with team members, and maintain full control over their projects in a centralized environment. By integrating all essential tools within Central, this feature reduces complexity and enhances productivity, allowing developers to focus on delivering high-quality content and applications.

To see a full list of what's new in the December 2024 update, see our release notes.

MadCap Central is licensed per user and is available as an annual license. See our MadCap Central licensing page for full details.

For more information, see our MadCap Central product page.

Collaborate on PDFs with Advanced Annotation Tools

December 20, 2024
ONLYOFFICE Connector v1.2.0 for Confluence Cloud adds powerful PDF collaboration with annotation, commenting, and freehand drawing tools.

The ONLYOFFICE Connector for Confluence Cloud seamlessly integrates professional document editing and collaboration tools into the Atlassian Confluence ecosystem. It allows users to create, edit, and co-author documents, spreadsheets, and presentations in real-time without leaving their Confluence workspace. Designed to support a variety of file formats, the connector provides robust tools for team collaboration, including simultaneous editing, version control, and advanced formatting options. With its intuitive interface and integration capabilities, the ONLYOFFICE Connector streamlines workflows, enhances communication, and boosts productivity for teams managing projects, sharing knowledge, or collaborating on documents.

The ONLYOFFICE Connector for Confluence Cloud v1.2.0 update introduces powerful PDF annotation features designed to enhance document collaboration within development teams. These features enable precise feedback and efficient reviews by allowing users to highlight, underline, and strike through text, add comments, and create freehand drawings directly within PDFs. By centralizing annotation capabilities in Confluence, the update eliminates the need for external tools, streamlining workflows and maintaining version control. This functionality is particularly valuable for developers working with technical documentation, contracts, or design specifications, as it ensures clarity, fosters collaboration, and accelerates project timelines.

To see a full list of what's new in ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition v8.0.1 with Confluence Connector v8.2.2 (1.2.0), see our release notes.

ONLYOFFICE Docs Enterprise Edition with Confluence Connector is licensed per server and is available as an annual license with 1 year of support and updates, or as a perpetual license with 3 years of support and updates. See our ONLYOFFICE Confluence connector licensing page for full details.

For more information, see our ONLYOFFICE Confluence Connector product page.

Enhance Data Visuals with Responsive Chart Layouts

December 20, 2024
Syncfusion Essential Studio Blazor 2024 Volume 4 adds a new adaptive layout for charts ensuring your data is presented clearly on any device.

Syncfusion Essential Studio Blazor (available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) is a comprehensive UI component library designed to accelerate the development of high-performance, modern web applications using the Blazor framework. It boasts over 85+ responsive, lightweight, and modular components spanning various categories such as data visualization, data editing, document processing, and interactive UI elements. This rich repertoire empowers developers to rapidly build user-friendly, feature-rich web interfaces, with seamless integration of both server-side and client-side Blazor applications.

The Syncfusion Essential Studio Blazor 2024 Volume 4 release introduces adaptive layout support for charts, enhancing their responsiveness across various screen sizes. This feature ensures that chart elements, including axis labels, titles, legends, and data labels, dynamically adjust their design and positioning to maintain clarity and readability on different devices. By automatically optimizing the arrangement of these components, the adaptive layout improves user experience, making data visualization more effective and accessible across desktops, tablets, and smartphones.

To see a full list of what's new in 2024 Volume 4, see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio Blazor is available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise which is licensed per developer starting with a Team License of up to five developers. It is available as a 12 Month Timed Subscription License which includes support and maintenance. See our Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our Syncfusion Essential Studio Blazor product page.

Simplify Code Understanding with AI

December 19, 2024
Oxygen XML Developer 27.0 adds a new Explain Code AI action which clarifies code functionality instantly, aiding in seamless debugging.

Oxygen XML Developer by Syncro Soft empowers developers to write, validate, and debug XML efficiently. This comprehensive suite goes beyond basic editing, offering intelligent functionalities for XML source code, schema design, and XSLT/XQuery development. Streamline your workflows with real-time validation, content assist, and intuitive XML-specific views. As well as XML, Oxygen XML Developer allows you to manage and edit JSON, YAML, WSDL, and more with dedicated editors, seamless conversions, and a robust toolkit.

The Oxygen XML Developer 27.0 release adds the Explain Code AI action, designed to help developers understand code more efficiently. This feature generates explanations for code at the cursor location, within a selected portion, or throughout the entire document. It supports various document types, including XSLT (Extensible Stylesheet Language Transformations), Schematron, XSD (XML Schema Definition), CSS (Cascading Style Sheets), XQuery, JSON (JavaScript Object Notation), and JSON Schema. By providing immediate code functionality insights, the Explain Code AI action enhances productivity and aids in comprehension.

To see a full list of what's new in 27.0, see our release notes.

Oxygen XML Developer is licensed per Named or Floating user and is available as a Timed or Perpetual License with support and maintenance subscription. See our Oxygen XML Developer licensing page for full details.

Oxygen XML Developer is available in the following editions:

Simplify Chart Creation with New DataCharts Add-On

December 19, 2024
SpreadJS v18 introduces a new optional add-on for binding charts to external data, enabling dynamic and flexible spreadsheet visualizations.

SpreadJS by MESCIUS is a high-performance JavaScript spreadsheet component designed to seamlessly integrate Excel-like functionality into web applications. It empowers developers to deliver robust spreadsheet experiences within their applications, complete with features like data import/export, complex formulas, conditional formatting, and extensive customization options. To extend its capabilities, SpreadJS offers a variety of optional add-ons, such as tools for reporting, charting, and data management. SpreadJS caters to a wide range of use cases, from financial modeling and data analysis to project management and interactive dashboards, ultimately allowing developers to build feature-rich and user-friendly web applications.

SpreadJS v18 introduces the DataCharts Add-On, a powerful new feature that lets you bind charts directly to external data managed by the Data Manager, eliminating the need to embed data within the workbook. This innovation streamlines workflows by reducing redundancy, simplifying updates, and enabling dynamic charting for both standalone spreadsheets and reports. For users of the ReportSheets Add-On, the DataCharts Add-On is seamlessly integrated, enhancing report creation with interactive, data-driven visuals. Developers seeking a flexible solution for external data visualization in other contexts can license the DataCharts Add-On separately, making it ideal for projects that demand adaptable, visually engaging charts.

For more information see our release notes.

SpreadJS is licensed per developer and includes 1 Year Maintenance (major and minor version releases and unlimited support phone calls). SpreadJS requires an Annual or Perpetual Deployment License. The optional Add-ons are available at an additional cost, and require a SpreadJS license. See our SpreadJS licensing page for full details.

For more information, visit our SpreadJS product page.