Author: Diego Ruiz

I am a systems engineer with a great passion for open source, software development, and technology in general. I have been part of the iDempiere community since 2012. I believe the enterprise world is one of the most aggressive environments out there. Companies tend to ruthlessly compete against each other. That is why seeing competitors co-exist and cooperate in harmony in iDempiere (and OSS communities in general) is so interesting to me.

The Power of JSON Fields in iDempiere

In today’s fast-paced world of business applications, flexibility is key. JSON is a commonly used data format with diverse applications in data interchange, especially for web applications communicating with servers. With the development of the REST API in iDempiere, the system has become highly flexible. Additionally, with the new support for native JSON fields, this…

Hacktoberfest 2024 and iDempiere

Join iDempiere at Hacktoberfest 2024: Contribute, Learn, and Grow! We are excited to announce that iDempiere will participate again in the Hacktoberfest 2024! 🎉 This is an incredible opportunity for community members of all experience levels to contribute to the growth of the iDempiere open-source community, and make meaningful contributions to one of the leading…

Data Tables in iDempiere

iDempiere’s powerful reporting system allows users to organize, present, and analyze data with ease, and one of the essential features of this system is Data Tables. These tables present detailed, structured information in a clear, tabular format, enabling businesses to view important data at a glance. While Pivot tables allow you to aggregate data, data…

Pivot Tables in iDempiere

Did you know you can use pivot tables to interact and aggregate your data in iDempiere? Pivot tables are arguably Excel’s most powerful feature, which attracts users. iDempiere has long allowed users to easily download data as an Excel file for further analysis. However, it has now reached a new level by allowing users to…

iDempiere Hero of the Month – July 2024

iDempiere enthusiasts share many examples of how iDempiere changed people’s lives for the better. Here we present to you our hero of the month for his contributions. Adam Sawtell has demonstrated remarkable dedication and support to the iDempiere project, consistently making donations for an incredible 37 months in a row! His unwavering commitment and generosity…

Status Line as Dashboard Widget

As a business in operation, we can easily be buried under tons of information coming from all directions. What we need are business insights. This feature allows us to highlight the most valuable and/or actionable pieces of information directly in the user’s interface, making it readily accessible for every user. Table of contents Benefits Step-by-step…

Marketing an open-source project – Part IX – Effective Marketing Strategies in Open Source Software Projects

This is the ninth post of the “Marketing an Open Source Project” series. This article explores the strategies successful OSS communities like Ubuntu, Fedora, and WordPress use to enhance their brand awareness and community engagement. From organizing dedicated marketing teams to leveraging co-marketing initiatives with major companies, we’ll delve into the methods that help these…

Running Processes Across Multiple Records in iDempiere’s Window Grid View

If you’re an iDempiere user, you may often need to run a process on multiple records simultaneously. This can be particularly useful for tasks like batch updating, mass approval, or executing custom processes across selected records. Fortunately, iDempiere provides a powerful feature that allows you to do just that, directly from the window grid view.…

Enhancing Data Integrity with VFormat RegEx Validations in iDempiere

In the ever-evolving landscape of business operations, maintaining data integrity is essential. Ensuring that the information entered into your system adheres to specific formats can prevent errors, streamline processes, and enhance overall efficiency. This is where VFormat RegEx validations in iDempiere come into play. Table of contents Understanding Regular Expressions (RegEx) Benefits of VFormat RegEx…

Marketing an open-source project – Part VIII – Key Points on Open Source Community Marketing

This is the eighth post of the “Marketing an Open Source Project” series. In this section, we explore the dynamic world of marketing within Open Source communities. Uncover the pivotal role of code, documentation, and community culture in attracting and retaining contributors. Dive into the collaborative efforts shaping transparent and inclusive marketing strategies. Discover insights…