Learn NATURAL-SCRIPTING with Real Code Examples

Generating daily banking transaction reports

Validating insurance claims in batch

Updating master customer records in Adabas

Automating payroll calculations and data transfers

Integrating with legacy ERP systems for inventory updates

Check syntax and compile errors in Natural IDE

Validate database connection and access rights

Monitor batch job logs for runtime errors

Debug subprogram logic and conditional flow

Ensure proper transaction handling to prevent data inconsistencies

Unit test subprograms individually

Validate database transactions with test data

Simulate batch runs in controlled environment

Check integration with other systems

Review error handling and rollback mechanisms

Compile Natural programs and deploy to production libraries

Schedule batch jobs via mainframe scheduler

Integrate subprograms with larger workflows

Monitor execution logs for errors

Maintain version control of program sources and modules

Natural Development Environment (NDE)

Natural Studio for Eclipse

Adabas database tools

Natural Debugger and Profiler

Batch scheduling and job control systems

Adabas databases for transactional data

Legacy ERP and financial systems

Middleware like EntireX for client-server communication

Batch workflow orchestration tools

Reporting and BI systems for output consumption

Use subprograms for reusable logic

Keep database operations efficient

Document business rules clearly

Test incrementally in batch or online environment

Optimize loops and conditional processing

Understanding legacy mainframe environments

Database integration and transaction handling

Debugging complex multi-step processes

Optimizing performance for large datasets

Migrating or modernizing legacy Natural applications