Language Reference

This section provides a complete reference for the HB++ language. For each language element, you will find :

A concise description that allows you to quickly find the statement or function corresponding to the functionality you are looking for.
The syntax and arguments accepted by the statement or function.
A complete description highlighting any notable restrictions.
Sample code when it is necessary to clarify certain points.

For statements, the syntax shown is exactly how you should use it in your programs. For functions, the syntax corresponds to the prototype function, that is to say how the function would be declared if it was written in HB++. This practice will be familiar to those used to C or Java™.

The compiler is not case sensitive. All keywords and identifiers can equally be written in upper or lower case in your programs.

Each sub-section in this reference material starts with an important introduction page that presents key information not found anywhere else. It is therefore advisable when researching information about a particular function to also read the introductory page in the chapter where it is found.