Repository Libraries
It's a list of Source and Object libraries on which selected repository is based.
The Repository Libraries screen allows you to manage the libraries and source paths associated with a repository. These entries determine which IBM i libraries or IFS source paths are included when building or refreshing repository content.
Each library entry is assigned a sequence number that determines the order in which it is processed during Build process.
Accessing Repository Libraries
- Open the required repository.
- Navigate to the Repository Libraries List screen.
- The list displays all libraries currently associated with the selected repository.
The following information is displayed for each entry:
| Column | Description |
|---|---|
| Sequence | Processing order of the library entry. |
| Type | Type of library entry (Object Library, Source Library, or IFS Source Path). |
| Library | IBM i library name (if applicable). |
| IFS Path | Integrated File System path (for IFS Source Path entries). |
Adding a New Library Entry
To add a new library to a repository:
- Click Add from the Repository Libraries List screen.
- The Add Library panel opens.
- Enter the required information.
- Click Save to add the library entry.
Fields
Repository
Displays the name of the repository to which the library entry will be added.
- This field is read-only.
Type
Select the type of repository library entry.
Available options are:
| Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Object Library | Includes IBM i object libraries containing programs, files, service programs, modules, and other objects. |
| Source Library | Includes IBM i source libraries that contain source members. |
| IFS Source Path | Includes source code stored in the Integrated File System (IFS). |
Sequence
Specifies the processing order of the library entry.
- Accepts numeric values only.
- Libraries are processed based on their sequence number.
Example
| Sequence | Type | Library |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Object Library | SAMCLT3 |
| 10 | Source Library | SAMCLT3 |
| 20 | Object Library | SAMCLT31 |
Type-Specific Fields
The fields displayed depend on the selected Type.
Object Library
When Object Library is selected:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Library | Name of the IBM i object library to be added. |
- Maximum length: 10 characters.
- Content Assist (
...) is available to help select an existing library.
Source Library
When Source Library is selected:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Library | Name of the IBM i source library to be added. |
- Maximum length: 10 characters.
- Content Assist (
...) is available to help select an existing library.
IFS Source Path
When IFS Source Path is selected:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| IFS Path | The Integrated File System path that contains source files. |
- Specify the complete IFS path.
- The path will be included in repository processing when building or refreshing repository content.
Saving the Entry
After providing the required values:
- Verify the selected type and sequence number.
- Enter the library name or IFS source path.
- Click Save.
The newly added entry will immediately appear in the Repository Libraries List.
[!NOTE]
- Sequence numbers determine the order in which repository library entries are processed.
- Use Object Library for IBM i object-based repository content.
- Use Source Library when repository source members are stored in source libraries.
- Use IFS Source Path for source code maintained in the IBM i Integrated File System.
- Content Assist is available wherever applicable to simplify library selection.