Writing a SCOadmin manager

Writing a SCOadmin manager

Using the SCOadmin manager template

Initializing the manager
    Top level error trap
    Local host name
    Managed host name
    Help book (hook file)

Building the main form
    Dimensions, borders, and alignment
    Main window label and title
    Menu bar
        Host menu
        Object menu
        View menu
        Options menu
        Help menu
    Other menus
    Tool bar
    Status bar and point help
    Main list

Entering the main procedure
        Authorization

Processing errors

Using secondary dialogs
    Widget alignment
    Two-lists
    Dialog boxes

Autonavigation

Navigating in character mode

Using print controls

Exiting the application

Interfacing with object service agents (OSAs)
    Object call example
    Checking for errors
    Object definitions and attributes
    Object options

Localizing your manager

Productization and installation
    Create the SCOadmin manager (object) directory
    Register/add the manager to the SCOadmin hierarchy
    Registering OSAs and classes
        OSA registration
        Class registration

Summary of standard functions

About SCOadmin error handling
    Error management guidelines