What did CA Flee do?
CA Flee was a linkage editor designed to improve efficiency in DOS/VSE environments. It helped developers link object modules to create executable programs, aiming to reduce the time and resources required compared to the standard IBM Linkage Editor.
Is this a system, application, or tool?
CA Flee is best described as a system tool. It provided a fundamental service for software development by managing the linkage process, which is essential for creating executable programs from compiled code.
What types of organizations used this?
Organizations that used DOS/VSE operating systems, particularly those involved in software development and maintenance, would have found CA Flee useful. These organizations typically needed efficient tools for managing the linkage of object modules to create executable programs.
When was CA Flee considered?
CA Flee was considered when organizations needed a more efficient linkage editor than the standard IBM offering. It was particularly beneficial when dealing with large or complex software projects where reducing linkage time could significantly improve development workflows.
What were the alternatives to CA Flee?
Alternatives to CA Flee included the IBM Linkage Editor and other third-party linkage utilities available for DOS/VSE. Modern alternatives include more advanced integrated development environments (IDEs) and build automation tools that handle linking as part of a broader development process.