VMS/XDE – an OpenVMS x86 development environment for Linux and Windows
11 days ago
- #OpenVMS
- #Development Environment
- #x86
- VMS/XDE is an OpenVMS x86 development environment for Linux and Windows (via WSL), offering 100% binary and file system compatibility with OpenVMS.
- Includes OpenVMS V9.2-3 user, supervisor, and executive mode operating system environments, along with x86 native compilers and layered products for development and testing.
- Currently distributed as a beta version operational until January 31, 2026, with preinstalled software licensed for the beta duration.
- For the commercial version, licenses similar to a regular OpenVMS development environment will be required.
- Feedback is encouraged to shape the development according to user needs.
- Free beta test available until January 31, 2026, allowing testing without additional licenses.
- Final release date and configuration are yet to be decided.
- Features include 100% API compatibility, direct storage of OpenVMS files on Linux disks, use of favorite development tools, easy CI/CD integration, simple installation, and zero setup.
- Most non-Open Source products require a valid license.
- OpenVMS is now available for x86/64 architecture, facilitating migration projects.