Netron Fusion is a Microsoft Windows-based software solution designed for generating COBOL code across a range of platforms, including z/OS, z/VM, System i (AS/400), Open/VMS, and Windows. It provides comprehensive support for mainframe environments such as batch, CICS, and IMS, facilitating the development and maintenance of COBOL applications. The architecture of Netron Fusion comprises several key components: the design interface, which allows developers to visually design data structures, screen layouts, and business logic; the code generator, which automates the creation of COBOL code based on these designs; and platform-specific modules, which ensure compatibility with different target environments.
These components communicate through internal APIs and data structures. The design interface provides a GUI for managing application components. The code generator translates these designs into COBOL code, while the platform-specific modules adapt the generated code to the target platform.
Authentication methods include username/password and potentially LDAP integration. Access control is likely based on RBAC. Monitoring and logging capabilities are included for tracking system activity.