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Article Tani Frankel · Jan 22 4m read

IRIS Cloud Document - Beginner Guide & Sample : Part I - Intro and Quick Tour

If you already know Java (or .Net) and perhaps also have used other document databases (or looking for one), but you are new to the InterSystems world, this post should help you.

InterSystems IRIS Cloud Document is a fully managed document database that lets you store JSON documents and query them with familiar SQL syntax, delivered as a cloud service managed by InterSystems.

In this article pair I’ll walk you through:

  • Part I - Intro and Quick Tour (this article)
    • What is it?
    • Spinning up an InterSystems IRIS Cloud Document deployment
    • Taking a quick tour of the service via the service UI
  • Part II - Sample (Dockerized) Java App (the next article)
    • Grabbing the connection details and TLS certificate
    • Reviewing a simple Java sample that creates a collection, inserts documents, and queries them
    • Setting up and running the Java (Dockerized) end‑to‑end sample

The goal is to give you a smooth “first run” experience.

#InterSystems IRIS #Cloud #Databases #JSON #Java #SQL
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Article Peter Steiwer · Jan 21 2m read

IRIS BI Dependent Cube Update Changes

Starting with InterSystems IRIS 2025.1, the way dependent cubes are handled in cube builds and cube synchronizes was changed.

This change may require modifying custom build/synchronize methods. If you are using the Cube Manager, these changes are already considered and handled, which means no action is needed.

Prior to this change, cubes were required to be built and synchronized in the proper order and account for any cube relationships/dependencies. With this change, dependent cubes are automatically updated as needed when using the %BuildCube or %SynchronizeCube APIs.

#InterSystems IRIS #Analytics #Compatibility #Cubes
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Question Pietro Di Leo · 12 hr ago

Using InterSystems Server VSCode extension in client side mode with projects

Hi everyone,

I was wondering if it is possible to use the InterSystems Server VSCode Extension to work in client side mode but importing locally the content of a project without having to choose the files manually.

It would be awesome to have all project-related assets synchronized in one go. Relying on InterSystems Projects (.prj files) would be convenient for several reasons:

  1. Projects bundle different file types (CLS, MAC, INT, CSP). Importing the project as a whole is much more efficient than picking individual files piece by piece.
#InterSystems IRIS #VSCode
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Announcement Anastasia Dyubaylo · Feb 26

InterSystems READY 2025 Alumni – record a video to inspire the next wave

Hey Community!

Have you attended one of the Global Summits or a previous READY 2025? We’d love your help to inspire others to join InterSystems READY 2026!

We’re inviting community members to record a short video (less than 1 minute) answering one or more of these questions:

  • What did you find most valuable about attending?
  • What surprised you?
  • Why should others join READY 2026?
  • Who would benefit most from attending?

Your authentic perspective helps future attendees understand the real impact of these events, beyond the agenda.

🎥 To record a short video, follow the link. No preparation needed.

#Summit #READY 2026
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Article Iryna Mykhailova · Apr 9 3m read

Embedded Python programming with Claude Code: A bit of a trap

Claude Code has a strong understanding of IRIS, but unexpected issues still occur.

The first issue is one that has already happened several times and is likely to continue occurring if not properly addressed.

In IRIS, the collation for string data (%String) is set to SQLUPPER by default. As a result, when data is retrieved via SQL, it may be returned in uppercase (for example, when sorting and aggregating with GROUP BY).

#InterSystems IRIS #InterSystems IRIS for Health
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Question Evgeny Shvarov · Feb 5

Building a dynamic Object: how can I use variables?

Hi developers!

In a method I need to return a result as a dynamic object aka JSON Object. And here is my logic:

Classmethod Planets() as %DynamicObject {

 set val1="Jupiter"
 set val2="Mars"
// this doesn't work! cannot compile
 return {"value1":val1, "value2":val2}

}

So I need to do the following:

#Health Connect #HealthShare #InterSystems IRIS #InterSystems IRIS for Health #JSON #Key Question #ObjectScript
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Article Robbie Luman · Aug 15, 2025 7m read

Beginner's Guide to %JSON and Dynamic Entities in IRIS

Dynamic Entities (objects and arrays) in IRIS are incredibly useful in situations where you are having to transform JSON data into an Object Model for storage to the database, such as in REST API endpoints hosted within IRIS. This is because these dynamic objects and arrays can easily serve as a point of conversion from one data structure to the other.

#InterSystems IRIS #Code Snippet #Data Import and Export #Data Model #JSON #Key Value #Object Data Model #ObjectScript #Tips & Tricks
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Announcement Larry Finlayson · Apr 9

HealthShare Unified Care Record Fundamentals – Virtual May 4-8, 2026 / Registration space available

HealthShare Unified Care Record Fundamentals – Virtual* May 4-8, 2026

*Please review the important prerequisite requirements for this class prior to registering.

  • Learn the architecture, configuration, and management of HealthShare Unified Care Record.
  • This 5-day course teaches HealthShare Unified Care Record users and integrators the HealthShare Unified Care Record architecture and administration tasks. 
  • The course also includes how to install HealthShare Unified Care Record. 
  • This course is intended for HealthShare Unified Care Record developers, integrators, administrators and managers.
#HealthShare
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Announcement Irène Mykhailova · Apr 9

InterSystems Ideas News #28

Hi Community!

Welcome to Issue #28 of the InterSystems Ideas newsletter! Let's look at the latest news from the Ideas Portal, such as:

✓ General Statistics
✓ Update on the current sweepstakes
✓ Your ideas implemented by InterSystems

And a little teaser: look forward to an exciting initiative linking Ideas Portal, Open Exchange, Global Masters, and Developer Community!

#InterSystems Ideas Portal
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Article Iryna Mykhailova · Apr 9 3m read

Embedded Python Programming with Claude Code

Since I started using Claude Code, my motivation to create things has skyrocketed.

Previously, even if I wanted to build something, actually doing the coding felt like a hassle, so unless there was a very strong need, I rarely went as far as programming. But now, if I just jot down the specifications, Claude Code handles the rest automatically, resulting in a dramatic improvement in productivity.

I come from a generation native to ObjectScript, so I used to feel some hesitation when it came to switching to Python.

#InterSystems IRIS #InterSystems IRIS for Health #CSV #Embedded Python #ObjectScript #Python #SQL
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Article Pietro Di Leo · Aug 21, 2025 2m read

Migrating InterSystems Studio/Caché and Visual Studio Code Setup to a new Windows PC

Recently, I replaced my old laptop with a new one and had to migrate all my data. I was looking for a guide but couldn’t find anything that explained in detail how to migrate server connections from InterSystems Studio and Visual Studio Code from one PC to another. Simply reinstalling the tools is not enough, and migrating all the connections manually seemed like a waste of time. In the end, I managed to solve the problem, and this article explains how.

InterSystems Studio

Exporting Server Connections

Migrating Studio connections was the most challenging part.

#Caché #InterSystems IRIS #Studio #Tools #VSCode
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Announcement Olga Zavrazhnova · Jan 22

Mini Hackathon "Building AI Agents with InterSystems" at READY 2026

We’re excited to announce the first mini hackathon“Building AI Agents with InterSystems”, taking place on a pre-conference day as part of InterSystems READY 2026.

In this hands-on challenge, participants will design and build AI agents using upcoming InterSystems capabilities, exploring how intelligent automation, orchestration, and reasoning can be applied to practical use cases.

📅 Event date: 27 April 2026
📍 Location: Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center, National Harbor, Maryland
🔗 Learn more here: Building AI Agents with InterSystems mini-hackathon at InterSystems READY 2026

 

#Events #Other #Summit
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Question Scott Roth · Apr 6

Configuration item disabled, but shows enabled on Namespace

I am trying to built a Task that kicks off a Workflow to pull data into HSPD, and when I try to test the Task

ClassMethod TestTask()
{set tTask = ##class(OSU.Workday.TerminationsTask).%New()set tTask.DaysBack = 1 $$$ThrowOnError(tTask.OnTask())}

I keep getting TestTask+3^OSU.Workday.TerminationsTask.1 *%Exception.StatusException ERROR <Ens>ErrConfigDisabled: Configuration item 'OSU.DataSource.Workday.TermService' is disabled

But within the Namespace the OSU.DataSource.Workday.TermService shows enabled.

Here is my Task that I am using...

Class OSU.Workday.TerminationsTask Extends %SYS.
#HealthShare #InterSystems IRIS for Health #InterSystems IRIS #Business Service #ObjectScript
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Question Ikh Nam · Apr 7

how can i use left arrow key with if function

Hi all,
I'm trying to learn Intersystems Iris. And I have a question.
How can I use left arrow key with if function. Also if it is possible, teach me that how can I make backspace to edit data?
P.S Sorry for bad English.
new var,key,curPos
w $char(27)_"[2J"_$char(27)_"[H"
s var="12345abcde"
s curPos=$length(var)+1
w $char(27)_"[3;1H"_"First var= "_var
for {
read *key
#; Left Arrow Key
if key="?" {
}
#; Right Arrow Key
elseif key="?" {
}
#; Backspace
elseif key=8 {
}
elseif key=9 {
quit
}
}
w !,"Last var= ",var
Kind Regards,
Ikh

#InterSystems IRIS
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Article Iryna Mykhailova · Apr 8 2m read

TypeScript (React) programming with Claude Code

This time, it’s not really programming per se, but we are using React as a front-end development tool for IRIS. When using a web development framework—not limited to React—one key consideration is which CSS framework to use. Up until now, we’ve been using Bootstrap, which is the standard and the easiest to get started with.

However, while it’s easy to use, I felt that it offers limited flexibility for customization. That said, even if we were to switch to another CSS framework, learning it and rewriting everything from scratch would be a significant effort, so we left things as they were.

#InterSystems IRIS #InterSystems IRIS for Health #CSS #React
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Article Laurel James (GJS) · Apr 7 2m read

Deltanji webinar: source control designed for change, built for you.

Is your source control treating your InterSystems IRIS environment like a simple collection of files? Most source control tools lack the native intelligence to handle InterSystems IRIS, which is why your code is treated as such. 

Deltanji is different. It understands how code and other artifacts are stored within IRIS and can manage them directly. This eliminates the friction that other tools introduce to the process. 

Join us for an InterSystems-hosted webinar to see how Deltanji provides an enterprise-grade source control solution that is tightly integrated with your IRIS environment.

#HealthShare #InterSystems IRIS #InterSystems IRIS for Health #Open Exchange #George James Software #Source Control #Webinar
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Article Pierre-Yves Duquesnoy · Feb 23 1m read

Your fast path to an InterSystems Certification

The InterSystems Ready 2026 Conference  is approaching fast — it's a great time to prepare and check your knowledge before attempting one of the Certification exams onsite .

InterSystems certifications aren't easy: you need to practice with questions aligned to the real exam objectives.

exam-prep.es is a free platform built for exactly that: practice, identify weak spots, and show up better prepared.

#Documentation #Certification #HL7 #READY 2026 #SQL #System Administration
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