Pathmaker Reference Manual

About This Manual
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Appendix B, “Macro Language Construct Variables,” lists macro language variables
predefined by Tandem. Using these constructs can save your having to build many of
the variables typically used in Pathmaker applications.
Appendix C, “Pathmaker Report Descriptions,” gives detailed descriptions of 33
reports you can generate to obtain information from the Pathmaker project catalog.
How to Use This
Manual
This manual is a reference for users who are familiar with Pathmaker application
design and programming concepts. Refer to this manual and the Pathmaker
Programming Guide as you develop a Pathmaker application.
If you are new to the Pathmaker product and new to Pathway, you should read the
Introduction to Pathmaker.
If you are new to the Pathmaker product, but are already familiar with Pathway and
other related Tandem products, you can choose to quickly scan the Introduction to
Pathmaker. Make sure you understand how services work and how the database
product you use affects development of a Pathmaker application.
If you have used previous releases of the Pathmaker product, it is recommended that
you consult the New and Changed Information section of the Pathmaker Programming
Guide for an overview of new product features and capabilities and for the locations in
the Pathmaker manual set of detailed information about these features and
capabilities.
Throughout this manual, whenever a significant term or phrase is used for the first
time, it appears in bold-faced letters. Definitions of these terms and phrases can be
found in the glossary.