Development Standards - who are ya?

What is your Oracle eBusiness Suite development standards level?

1. Ignorance: Guidelines? Standards? Couldn't find those words in the dictionary...
2. Awareness: Hmm, where'd I put that manual?
3. Choice: Okay, let's attempt to go with these rules/naming standards/architectural guidelines/rules, what were they again?
4. Documentation: Team, here's our interpretation of the rules so follow them if ya want to.
5. Enforcement: Sweet, developers are aware of and following the chosen rules

Obviously its a whole lot better and easier in the long run with option 5, despite the groundwork. Unfortunately ain't too many businesses that make it that far.

When customizing the Oracle eBusiness Suite there are a number of guidelines/standards/rules to consider. Some pointers:

• Oracle Applications Developer's Guide R11i R12
• Oracle Applications User Interface Standards for Forms-Based Products R11i R12
• Oracle Application Framework Personalization Guide R11i R12

Now we all know that we live in a world where rules made are destined to be broken!

When it comes to technology, if the rules are broken, then its a great idea to acknowledge the indiscretion and document it. That way eventually your chosen search tool will provide a reference to it at a quick double ctrl click (or similar). Hey might even end up on a forum.

For some of us, many of the "rules" are pre-programmed into our work methodology, but with changes technology, environment, weather, both seasoned developers and newbies alike should occasionally stop to look at the rule book!