Function (Function Component - FC)

A Function can be thought of as a simplified Connector. There is no Mode setting, only a single call-reply behavior. Just like for CallReply Mode for Connectors, an FC has both an Input and Output Map.

Functions share these characteristics:

• Provide an RPC-like callout to a service or system:
  • Another AssemblyLine (local or remote Server)
  • A component (e.g. Parser, MemQ, ...)
  • A service or API (web services, application, ...)
• Clicks into an AssemblyLine (Flow Section)
• Interchangeable Function Interface -- like the ParserFC, AssemblyLineFC, web service FCs, ...
• Scriptable (Script Function)
• Supports inheritance
• Have a Library Folder in the Config Browser

-- EddieHartman - 10 Nov 2005

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