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I think that in some chapters the theory is going too far for "simple"
application users, especially writing command procedures.
Realize, the students are "simple" application users. They have to know a few
DCL-commands, creating textfiles, running command procedures, working with
directories, using help and manuals and be a secure user.
"VMS for application users"
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1) In the document "ESDP Course Specification", course goals (page 5), the next
goal "Perform a simple backup of personal files" is mentioned, but I can not
find the module. Besides this goal is not necessary for a application user.
2) The sequence of the chapter should be:
1. Logging in and out of a VMS system.
2. Issuing DCL commands.
3. Creating and editing text and data files.
4. Working with files.
5. Getting HELP.
6. Making sure you are a secure user.
7. Setting up your terminal.
8. Sending messages to other users or system personnel.
3) The chapter writing a simple command procedure is too much and difficult for
a application user. So replace it to "VMS for advanced application users".
Now you create a lot of time for practice, which is very important for "simple"
application users.
4) The modules are becoming more narrative and this is a good development. Most
of the student want narrative books. This reads more easier after the course.
Most of the student also want an index in the book. I hope this is possible.
5) Is it possible to put the exercises in each module and not a the end of the
book?
Please include a lot of exercises in this course. A "simple" application user
needs a lot of exercises.
Regards Ed Janssen
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