Dev Assistant

Javapackage: com.etendoerp.copilot.devassistant

Overview

The Dev Assistant section provides an overview of the tools, functionality, and usage examples for various development assistants available in Etendo. Dev Assistant streamlines workflow management for developers by offering specialized assistants that simplify tasks such as creating buttons, windows, tabs and tables, Event Handlers, Jasper Reports, background processes, and more. These assistants are designed to enhance productivity and reduce complexity, making it easier for developers to efficiently build and manage different components within the Etendo platform.

Info

To be able to include this functionality, the Copilot Extensions Bundle must be installed. To do that, follow the instructions from the marketplace: Copilot Extensions Bundle. For more information about the available versions, core compatibility and new features, visit Copilot Extensions - Release notes.

Warning

Consider that the assistants are currently in their beta testing phase.

Access to the information for each of the Assistants:

Background process creator

Button process creator

Etendo Code Expert

Event Handler creator

Jasper report creator

Module creator

Reference creator

Tables, windows and tabs

Webhook creator

Background Process Creator

Background Process Creator is an assistant specialized in the automatic creation of Background Processes in Java. The assistant reads previously indexed code and uses examples of classes extending DalBaseProcess to build new Background Processes.

Tools

Functionality

Background Process Creator generates Background Processes in Java using indexed examples of classes that extend DalBaseProcess. To configure the assistant properly, you need to provide the following parameters:

Java package: The Java package where the new process will be saved. It should follow the format java.package.of.the.module.
Name: The name of the Java file to be created.
Search Key: A key that will be used to locate the process in other windows when necessary.
Code description: The purpose and logic that the Background Process should fulfill.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. For this, go to the Assistant window, configure Background Process Creator and synchronize it. Then, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Open Copilot and select Background Process Creator, then ask to the assistant what you need to create.
Then, this is the result given by the assistant.

Button Process Creator

The Button Process Creator simplifies the process of creating and registering buttons and process definitions in Etendo Classic. By automating the workflow through webhooks, it removes the need for manual configuration, ensuring that your processes and buttons are set up correctly and efficiently.

Tools

Functionality

The Button Process Creation Assistant automates the creation of a button and the registration of a process in Etendo Classic through a webhook call. Through a webhook call, the tool ensures the correct setup by validating necessary parameters like the module prefix, Java package, and process name, making sure the search key is correctly formed. It then generates a Java class for the button, which extends BaseProcessActionHandler, and registers this button in the desired window, tab, and table within the Etendo system.

Additionally, it defines and registers the process by creating a process definition and associating it with any required parameters, including attributes like database name, length, and reference, ensuring integration and functionality within the system.

When creating a button or registering a process, the assistant will request the following information:

Java Package: The Java package of the module where the button's class will be created (e.g., com.etendoerp.module).
Module Prefix: A prefix for the module (e.g., COPDEV).
Window: The window in Etendo where the button will appear.
Tab: The specific tab within the window where the button will be located.
Table: The table associated with the process.
Process Name: The name of the process to be created.
Search Key: A unique search key for the process that includes the module prefix (e.g., COPDEV_ActualizarDescripciónPedido).
Parameters: Optional parameters for the process, including:
- BD_NAME: The database column name.
- NAME: The name of the parameter.
- LENGTH: The length of the parameter field.
- SEQNO: The sequence number of the parameter.
- REFERENCE: A reference for the parameter (if it's linked to another field or table).
Help Comment: An optional help comment for the process.
Description: An optional description for the process.

The webhook call used to register the process in Etendo will require the following body parameters:

body_params = {
    "Prefix": "COPDEV",
    "SearchKey": "COPDEV_ActualizarDescripciónPedido",
    "ProcessName": "ActualizarDescripciónPedidos",
    "HelpComment": "This process updates the description of associated orders.",
    "Description": "A process to update the description of the associated sales orders based on a text input.",
    "Parameters": [
        {
            "BD_NAME": "text_parameter",
            "NAME": "Description Text",
            "LENGTH": 255,
            "SEQNO": 10,
            "REFERENCE": "Text"
        }
    ],
    "JavaPackage": "com.etendoerp.copilot.devassistant"
}

This call registers the process in the system and attaches the necessary parameters.

Usage Example

The process and the button will be automatically registered, and the user will be notified.

At this point, we will have the Java class of the button created along with the registered process.

Etendo Code Expert

Etendo Code Expert is an assistant designed to read indexed files and provide answers related to their content.

Functionality

With this assistant it is possible to ask code development questions and based on Etendo code indexed, the assistant will give possible code suggestions or solutions. It can summarize, answer technical questions, suggest programming code improvements, and offer general assistance about files.

This assistant is useful for avoiding the need to manually review all files. Also, multiple files can be configured if neccesary.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. This assistant do not include the path configured to the indexed files. To do that, go to the Knowledge Base File window in Application>Service>Copilot>Knowledge Base File and select the EtendoJAvaSourceCode file and, in the File Path Tab, specify the path where the code files you need the assistant to read are located.

In this example using the path shown in the image, we will obtain all the files with Java extension from the Etendo core source code
Then, go to the Assistant window, configure Etendo Code Expert and synchronize it. After that, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Start using the assistant. Open Copilot and select Etendo Code Expert.
Ask the assistant for what you need to create.

Event Handler Creator

This assistant is capable of creating Event Handlers in Etendo Classic. You only need to provide the Java package of the module where it should be exported and specify the action to be performed.

Tools

Functionality

Event Handler Creator is an assistant designed to automatically create event handlers in Java. It uses code indexed in its knowledge base to read classes that extend EntityPersistenceEventObserver, providing examples to build a new event handler. To generate an event handler, the wizard requires the following parameters:

Java package: The package where the file will be saved.
File name: The name of the file to create.
Entity: The entity to observe.
Description: A description of the functionality to be implemented by the event handler.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. For this, go to the Assistant window, configure Event Handler Creator and synchronize it. Then, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Open Copilot and select Event Handler Creator, then ask to the assistant what you need to create.
Then, this is the result given by the assistant.

Jasper Report Creator

The Jasper Assistant is designed to facilitate the creation, editing, and registration of reports within the Etendo platform. Using JasperReports, it allows developers to define the structure of the report, apply styles, manage parameters, and register the reports in the system to use in different modules.

Info

This assistant simplifies the process by verifying that all fields used in a report are correctly defined in the database, thus avoiding common errors such as Field not found. It also supports integrating logos, applying styles, and performing data grouping to ensure that the reports meet business requirements.

Tools

Functionality

Report Creation

The Jasper Assistant requests the following parameters to create a report:

Report storage path: The location in the file system where the report file will be saved.
Report name: The name that will be assigned to the report.
Report encoding language: The language in which the report will be encoded (default is UTF-8).
Report parameters: A list of parameters that the report will accept.
SQL query: The SQL query that will provide data to the report.
Report styles: Definition of the visual styles applied to the report.
Data grouping: Configuration of data grouping within the report.
Image or logo in the report: Specification of images or logos to include.
Data distribution: Structure of how the data will be organized in the report.

Report Registration

Once the report is created, it can be registered in the system. The assistant requests the following arguments:

Report name: Name that will be used to register the report in the system.
Module prefix: Prefix that identifies the module where the report will be registered.
Search key: Unique key to identify the report in the system.
Help comments: Additional information to help understand the purpose of the report.
Description: Detailed description of the report.
Report path: Path where the report is stored.
Parameters: List of registered parameters that can be used when executing the report.

Report Editing

The assistant also allows editing existing reports. Available actions include:

Parameter Modification: Allows editing any already registered report parameter.
SQL Query Update: Modification of the SQL query used by the report.
Change of Styles and Groupings: Update of visual styles and data grouping configuration.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. For this, go to the Assistant window, configure Jasper Report Creator and synchronize it. Then, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Open Copilot and select Jasper Report Creator
Depending on the request, the Jasper Assistant will return:

Report Creation

Report Registration

After running the smartbuild we will be able to see the process of the created report:

As you can see in the image, it also adds the parameters and even in the Report Definition tab, it defines the PDF Template of the report and in the Menu, it creates the Process definition that we have defined in the previous step.

Finally, we can observe the created report and set the chosen parameter to see the printed version.

Report Editing

Module Creator

Etendo Classic allows you to create modules that provide additional functionality that can be deployed independently. These modules can range from additional reports to content packs (translations, chart of accounts, etc.).

Tools

ApiCallTool

Functionality

The Module Creator streamlines the process of building independent modules that enhance Etendo Classic with new functionalities, such as additional reports or content packs like translations or charts of accounts. By using the CreateModuleWebHook, the tool automates several critical steps. It begins by validating essential details like the module's Java package, name, description, version, and database prefix, ensuring everything is properly formatted and complete. After validation, it assigns the necessary database prefix, registers the module within the system, and allows for optional inclusion of dependencies.

To start creating your module in Etendo, follow the steps below.

Provide the following information:
Javapackage: The Java package of the module (e.g., com.etendoerp.copilot.prueba).
Module Name: A name for your module (e.g., Test Module).
Description: A brief description of the module's functionality.
Help/Comment: Additional help text or comments regarding the module (optional).
Version: The version of the module (e.g., 1.0.0).
DBprefix: A prefix for the database objects associated with the module (must be in uppercase, e.g., FJTS).
License: The license type for the module. Options are:
- Apache License 2.0
- Openbravo Public License
- Mozilla Public License 1.1
- Etendo Commercial License
Call the CreateModuleWebHook. The CreateModuleWebHook simplifies the creation process by automating various steps. This webhook will:
Validate all the parameters (such as module name, version, and license).
Assign the database prefix.
Register the module.
Optionally, add module dependencies.
When invoking the webhook, the body parameters should follow this structure:

body_params = {
  "Javapackage": "com.etendoerp.copilot.test",
  "SearchKey": "testmodule",
  "ModuleName": "Test Module",
  "HelpComment": "This is a test module created for demonstration purposes.",
  "Description": "This module adds test functionality to Etendo Classic.",
  "Version": "1.0.0",
  "Prefix": "FJTS",
  "ModuleLicense": "Etendo Commercial License"
}

Note

The database prefix must always be in uppercase.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. For this, go to the Assistant window, configure Module Creator and synchronize it. Then, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Open Copilot and select Module Creator, then ask to the assistant what you need to create.

If we go to the Module window we can find the created record.

The module will also have the dependency, in this case Core with the prefix and data package mentioned by the user.

Once the webhook has been called, it will automatically:

Register the module in Etendo.
Assign the Java package and database prefix.
Handle the specified license.
Set up basic module dependencies.

You can confirm that the module has been created by navigating to the Module window in Etendo.

Note

If your module depends on other modules (besides the Core module), you need to manually add these dependencies in the Dependency tab of the module window.

Info

For further customization and development, refer to the official Etendo Developer Guide for more detailed steps.

Reference Creator

The Reference Creator creates references in the Etendo Application Dictionary. This tool allows for example the addition of new list references to a specific module within the Etendo database via an HTTP request to a webhook.

It is particularly useful in the development process, enabling system administrators or developers to define new references that can later be utilized in applications. This tool automates the creation of these references, ensuring consistency and adherence to quality standards in the configuration.

Tools

Create Reference Tool

Functionality

The Reference Creator is designed to facilitate the creation of references, for example, it is possible to create list of references in the Etendo Application Dictionary by providing the assistant the necesary input parameters.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the module in which the changes will be exported in development.
Open Copilot and select Reference Creator
Ask the assistant which reference type you need to create
The Create References Tool will process these parameters, verify the access token, build the request body and call the Etendo webhook to create the reference.

In the Reference window, Etendo shows all the fields with the corresponding information generated and in the List Reference tab, it is possible to see the new list reference created.
Once the development is validated by the developer, and the necessary manual modifications are made, it is possible to export the changes in the corresponding module.
Terminal
```
./gradlew export.database --info
```

Tables, Windows and Tabs Creator

Warning

The Tables, windows and tabs assistant is currently in its beta testing phase. While it is designed to automate the process of creating windows and tables, there are instances where tasks may not be fully completed. Specifically, there may be issues with adding foreign keys, correctly naming elements, etc.

For optimal results, it is recommended to proceed step-by-step and be as specific as possible in your instructions to the Assistant. This will help mitigate potential errors and ensure more accurate task completion.

The Tables, Windows and Tabs Creator is designed to help developers and speed up the process of creating windows, tabs, fields, system elements, menu entries, etc. as well as tables and columns in the database. It is possible to give an input with all the necessary information, or the assistant will go step by step, asking for more information. Also, depending on the context, the assistant can make suggestions that the developer must confirm.

Tools

DDL Tool: This tool allows to registering and creating tables on Etendo and on the database using queries generated with the parameters given on the tool. The query is adjusted for the user needs, for example, if the user wants to add a column with a default value, the tool can receive a value or not if the element should not has a default value.
Multiples Webhooks: These webhooks are used to run the java files that create or modify the fields on the Etendo Classic and execute process or queries. These webhooks are: RegisterTable, CreateTable, RegisterFields, RegisterWindowAndTab, RegisterColumns, ElementsHandler, SyncTerms.

Functionality

Info

With this assistant, it is possible to create:

Tables and Columns: both tables and columns are created based on user specification and the supported types are string, number, tableDir, date, text and boolean (each field will have default lengths unless specified).
Windows: only Mantein type windows are supported
Tabs: Can be created at multiple levels, although it is important to make it clear to the assistant to add the corresponding foreign keys.
Fields: Fields are created from columns, respecting the same name but without "_".
Elements: The elements will be created automatically, sharing the name of the columns, but replacing the "_" with spaces. The help and description fields will also be added automatically.
Menu: A menu entry is automatically created, the developer must manually place it in the desired position.

Ask the Tables, Windows and Tabs Creator for a window to add in the system and the module database prefix where the table will be exported. The assistant will then register in the system the table and create it in database, including the mandatory columns. At this stage the assistant checks if the module is in development. If is not, the assistant prompts the user for a correct prefix from a module in development. Additionaly, the assistant checks if the table name is already in use; if it is, asks the user to provide a new name. In case the window belongs to the module under development, new columns, tabs and fields can be added.
The assistant will ask to the user for information to add, like columns, data types, help and description, etc.
The user must confirm the steps or set up a modification about the given information.

Usage Example

To use this assistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the module in which the changes will be exported in development.
Open Copilot, and select Tables, Windows and Tabs Creator
Ask the assistant for what you need to create.
With the task complete, it is necessary recompile with a smartbuild and restart Tomcat
Terminal
```
./gradlew smartbuild --info
```
Window in the System, the window can be viewed with the user role.
Once the development is validated by the developer, and the necessary manual modifications are made, it is possible to export the changes in the corresponding module.

Terminal

./gradlew export.database --info

Webhook Creator

Webhook Creator is an assistant designed to facilitate the creation and registration of webhooks in Java. A webhook acts as a communicator between applications or services, allowing data to be automatically sent from one system to another in real-time when a specific event occurs.

Tools

Functionality

This assistant simplifies webhook creation by automatically generating the necessary Java files and registering them in the Etendo ERP system, taking examples of indexing code readeing the classes extends of BaseWebhookService. It is necessary give some useful information:

Module Package: The Java package where the new process will be saved. It should follow the format java.package.of.the.module.
Webhook Name: The name of the Java file to be created.
Parameters: The parameters will be added to the webhook for the use.

Usage Example

To use thisassistant, it is necessary to log in as System Administrator role and set the role access. For this, go to the Assistant window, configure Webhook Creator and synchronize it. Then, go to the Assistant Access window and give access to the role.
Open Copilot and select Webhook Creator, then ask to the assistant what you need to create.
Then, this is the result given by the assistant.