Version 9 Beta Release Notes
- 03 Apr 2024
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Version 9 Beta Release Notes
- Updated on 03 Apr 2024
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WARNING: VERSION 9 BETA IS NOT FOR PRODUCTION USE!
This beta version of the Decisions platform is currently undergoing testing prior to its official release. The platform and all its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. Decisions does not offer any warranties, whether express or implied, regarding the suitability or usability of the beta software.
Decisions will not accept liability for any loss, whether direct, indirect, special, or consequential, experienced by any party as a result of downloading, installing, and/or using the Decisions Version 9 (v9) Beta. Therefore, any use of the Beta platform is at the user's own risk, and they will be solely responsible for any damage to their computer system or loss of data resulting from such activities.
For additional information and to provide feedback, please reach out to your Customer Success Manager. Download v9 Beta from the Releases Site.
Architecture Change to .NET 8
Version 9 Upgrade Impact
- ALL custom libraries may need to be recompiled
- Custom assemblies may need to be re-written
- Custom Modules may need to be replaced and/or refactored
- Projects using XML/XSD data structures may require remapping
IMPORTANT
- If you are on versions earlier than v8 it is recommended to upgrade to v8 before upgrading to v9
- Keep current back-ups of the database(s), Keys.dat file, and File Storage
- Running multiple versions (i.e., v8 and v9) with the same database will NOT be supported
Not Supported in v9 Beta
Circular Dependency is not supported. For example, if Project A depends on Project B, Project B cannot depend on Project A in return. However, to use common entities, users can create Project C and declare it as a dependency for both Project A and Project B.
Sub Projects for the Repository are not supported.
Important Changes from v8 to v9
The concept of 'Projects' is further defined and enforced in v9. Project framework and interface have been revamped for easy navigation. This changes the way applications are built, how entities are interacted with, how dependencies are used, and much more. Projects are accessible within the new Projects Tab in the sidebar.
With the new Project framework, all projects built in earlier versions will need to be converted to new projects.
The Studio and Portal views are removed. The Public Folder will contain all the processes or elements that the end users will use, which will be permissions-based. This will replicate the earlier known Portal, which was responsible for accessing all the end-user-facing elements. All elements available in the Public folder will be managed at the Project level.
.NET Methods and Internal Services Steps have been reconfigured as one step for each category (.NET and Internal Services), and all services and methods for those services are configurable in the Properties of the step itself. These new steps should not impact previously used .NET Methods and Internal Services steps.
Please review the About Version 9 article to learn more about the new features and enhancements coming with V9.
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