Our latest Xojo update introduces a new thread type that maximizes the potential of your multi-core systems. This new preemptive thread model enhances efficiency and…
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Though a minor update, Xojo now offers access to another core SQLite function: SOUNDEX. What is SOUNDEX? SOUNDEX is a core function in SQLite that…
Comments closedThe Xojo Code Editor has a few notable changes for Xojo 2024r3 that you might find useful. Line Highlight The first change is that the…
Comments closedDesktop application monetization is essential for developers to generate revenue and sustain their businesses. Selecting the right approach from numerous available strategies can significantly impact…
Comments closedWhen you’re working on small to medium-sized projects, Xojo’s default IDE window view is probably all you need: all the elements of the project are in plain view and you can easily switch between them. However, things inevitably get more complex when dealing with larger projects. You may need to locate and edit several related items, larger projects likely include multiple methods, events, properties and modules, all of which may be be in their own folders created to organize their functionality or components.
In this article we will highlight several functions provided by the Xojo IDE that allow you to speed up and improve productivity in your large projects.
Comments closedWhat better way to celebrate 10 years of Xojo Cloud than bragging about all the things it can do! When you think of Xojo Cloud,…
Comments closedIn the world of software development, efficiency is a central aspect. This is especially true for applications developed in Xojo. Excessive overhead can significantly impair performance and negatively affect the user experience. In this article, we will take a detailed look at what overhead is, how to identify it, and what techniques, tips, and tricks can be used to minimize it. We will particularly focus on using code profiling.
Comments closedClean coding is a vital aspect of software development that ensures code readability, maintainability, and scalability. In the context of Xojo, adhering to clean coding principles can significantly enhance the quality and longevity of your projects. In this blog post, we’ll explore key practices for clean coding in Xojo, including the advantages and disadvantages of these approaches, with detailed examples and explanations.
Comments closedXojo 2024r2 introduces two new styles for the iOS DateTimePicker control. In previous releases, the DateTimePicker control offered only the Wheels Display Style. This release adds two more options: Compact and Inline. The Compact and the Inline Display Styles will allow you to create cleaner and more flexible user interfaces in your iOS apps.
Comments closedBack in March we wrote about Apple’s new privacy policy for AppStore approval and how, and when, your Xojo iOS apps would meet this new requirement. In Xojo 2024r2 we’ve included a new Privacy Editor in the Xojo IDE. Continue reading to discover how to use the iOS Privacy Editor.
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