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Re: 3 Q's with Akrem Abdelhafidh, Senior EPM Consultant
Thanks for sharing your insights with us, Akram! I really liked your explanation of when it is more appropriate to use algorithms vs cubes. Look forward to hearing your insights again.
Re: Best practices how to show many columns in dataview (>10 columns with a hundred thousands data rows)
the FlexGrid is designed for handling large volumes of data and gives the end-user much more flexibility than a Dataview could (at least in the most recent version). Have a look at this excerpt from our manual.
My opinion here is based on the fact that you have to deal with lots of rows (i.e. large volume), not that you want to display many columns, although the FlexGrid can handle more columns than the Dataview, too.
Best,
Helmut
Re: Aggregate functions for Board Cubes
Hi @Oliver Röll ,
one possibility is using the aggregation, the other possibility is Nexel
Best,
Helmut
Java Requirements for Progress On-Premises Connector (OPC)
The Progress On-Premises Connector (OPC) historically included the required Java version bundled within its installer packages. This approach ensured that users had the necessary Java Runtime Environment (JRE) available without needing to manage separate dependencies.
However, starting with version 4.6.2, this behavior has changed.
Key Changes
- Up to version 4.6.1:
The OPC installer package included the required Java version. - From version 4.6.2 onwards:
Java is no longer bundled with the installer.
Users must manually download and install the appropriate JDK version before proceeding with the OPC installation or upgrade.
Scenarios
New Installation
When performing a new installation of OPC 4.6.2 or later:
- Install Java:
- Download and install a supported JDK version.
- Verify the installation using a terminal:
- Example of JDK installation:
- Start the OPC Installer:
- Launch the installer and choose to install a new version:
- Java Path Selection:
- You will be prompted to select the Java path manually:
- Tenant Credentials and Installation:
- Provide the required tenant credentials:
- Proceed with the installation:
Upgrade from Previous Versions
When upgrading from OPC version 4.6.1 or earlier to 4.6.2 or later:
- Install Java (as shown in the “New Installation” scenario).
- Launch the Installer:
- The installer will detect the existing installation:
- Choose the path of the current OPC installation:
- Select Java Path and Continue:
- If Java is not found, an error will be shown:
Re: UX Improvement Ideas for Selectors
True, at the same time I would like to improve the sector and always have 'Exclude' and 'Apply' buttoms available and leave to the client the choice.
Re: July CommunityCast and Badge Opportunity
@Helmut Heimann Thanks! A combined approach always seems to rise to the top :)
Re: July CommunityCast and Badge Opportunity
I really appreciate a combination of content formats in the Board Community, depending on the topic.
For hands-on features or new functionalities, I prefer video demonstrations—they help me quickly grasp workflows and UI interactions.
When diving deeper into complex logic or performance tuning, step-by-step written posts are my go-to. They’re easier to reference and revisit while working in Board.
As for AI support — yes, I’d welcome more AI-led suggestions and guided troubleshooting, especially for faster answers during builds. But I still value the human-centered insights from experienced community members — that’s where the real best practices come through.
Re: July CommunityCast and Badge Opportunity
@Nico Weber Thanks for the detailed feedback as we continue to strive for better ways to serve our members!
Re: July CommunityCast and Badge Opportunity
Thanks for the tag @Holly Rieke and for keeping the community so dynamic. Personally, I like to consume information in layers(top-down approach). I start with short video demos to get the big picture, then dive into step-by-step written posts when I need precision. Live Q&As are a bonus when they go beyond the basics and bring real-world implementation stories.
Regarding support, I think AI-led assistance can be a great complement for quick answers and smart search, but I still value the human-centered approach for sharing best practices, lessons learned, and real project feedback.
Re: July CommunityCast and Badge Opportunity
@Akrem ABDELHAFIDH 'consume in layers' is a great take on content > big picture to precision - makes great sense!