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In this tutorial, you will learn how to create functions in Progress 4GL (OpenEdge ABL), define input parameters, return values, and reuse business logic in QAD ERP Browse reports. This guide includes a complete real-world example and best practices for modular programming. Progress OpenEdge ABL (formerly known as Progress 4GL) is primarily a structured programming language, but it also supports modular programming through the use of functions and procedures. Modular programming allows developers to organize code into reusable components, making applications easier to maintain, understand, and scale. A simple way to understand modular programming is to compare it to a home theater system. The main controller represents the primary program, while the speakers, subwoofer, and audio devices represent functions, procedures, or subprograms. Each component has a specific responsibility and can be reused whenever needed. This approach reduces duplicate code and makes enterpri...