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Press Releases

February 29, 2008 - GACL v1.0 Release

August 7, 2007 - Inspex 2.0 Release

February 10, 2006 - RCCS v1.0 Release

February 10, 2006 - IECS v2.5 Release

June 20, 2005 - IECS v2.5 EEP Release

September 29, 2003 - OICS Release

September 28, 2003 - OICS KICKOFF Promotion

July 9, 2003 - RiverSoftAVG Object Inspector Beta Testing

January 17, 2002 - IECS v2.0 EEP Release

September 7, 2000 - IECS Release

April 27, 2000 - RiverSoftAVG Inference Engine Beta Testing

News Archive

December 21st, 2008
    Delphi 2009 Beta versions for all products available
All of our products have been updated with new beta versions for Delphi 2009.  This includes source code versions and non-source code versions.  Registered users can download from our Support page Delphi 2009 versions of:
    Fuzzy Logic Component Library
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library
    Inference Engine Component Suite
    Object Inspector Component Suite
 
Beta demonstration versions of our products have also been released.  This should be the last beta version of our products.  Please report all bugs to supportATriversoftavg.com.
 
 
November 23rd, 2008
    More Delphi 2009 versions (Source Only) are here!
As promised, the beta versions for Delphi 2009 of the rest of our products are now available (Source Code Only for now, Sorry).  In fact, we have done some bug fixes since last week so all of the versions have been updated.  Registered users can download from our Support page Delphi 2009 versions of:
    Fuzzy Logic Component Library
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library
    Inference Engine Component Suite
    Object Inspector Component Suite
 
We will next start working on the installers for the non-source code versions of our products.  After the beta, demonstration versions of our products will start being released.
 
 
November 17th, 2008
    Delphi 2009 versions are here!
The beta versions for Delphi 2009 have started to trickle in.  Registered users (Source Code only for now, sorry) of the Genetic Algorithms Component Library can download the beta from our Support page.  Registered users of our the Object Inspector Component Suite who have not upgraded to Inspex from Raize Software can download a Delphi 2009 beta from our Support page as well.  We also have a beta version of the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite available from our Downloads page.  We expect to release non-source betas and betas of the Fuzzy Logic Component Library and the Inference Engine Component Suite in about a week.  After the beta, demonstration versions of our products will start being released.
 
 
October 5th, 2008
    Delphi 2009 versions coming soon
We just wanted to let you know that RiverSoftAVG.com will support Delphi 2009 for all of our component products.  We are currently working on updating our components to Delphi 2009 and unicode.  In the coming weeks, we will be releasing the updated products as they are finished.  We regret that it has taken awhile and thank you in advance for your patience.
 
 
March 2nd, 2008
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library Evaluation versions released
Evaluation versions of the Genetic Algorithms Component Library are now available from the Downloads page.  These evaluations are fully functional, but will display a nag screen when running applications outside of Delphi.
 
 
February 29th, 2008
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library v1.0 released!
The Genetic Algorithms Component Library v1.0 has been released and is no longer in beta.  Please see the Genetic Algorithms Component Library page and the GACL Version History page for more information.  Registered users of the Early Experience Program can get the new version from the Support page.  The press release is here: GACL v1.0 Release
    RiverSoftAVG Leap Year One Day Source Code Sale, Today Only!
Our One Day Sale is happening right now, for one day only.  Hurry and Order today!
 
February 26th, 2008
    Announcing the RiverSoftAVG Leap Year One Day Source Code Sale!!!
In honor of the Leap Year and February 29th, RiverSoftAVG.com is having a ONE day sale where any source code component is 10% off!  Come to www.RiverSoftAVG.com on February 29th and order any Source Code Package that day for 10% off.  In addition, a special promotional bundle of the Inference Engine Component Suite and the Genetic Algorithms Component Library will be 15% off.
 

Fuzzy Logic Component Library (FLCL) (regularly $100) $90

Genetic Algorithms Component Library (GACL) (regularly $100) $90

RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite (RCCS) Commercial License (regularly $100) $90

Inference Engine Component Suite (IECS) (INCLUDES FLCL and RCCS Comm, regularly $400) $360

IECS/FLCL/RCCS/GACL Promotional Bundle (regularly $500) $425

A Special Multiple License Discount of 29% off for orders of 3 or more licenses of a product is also available for one day only.  Buy 3 licenses of the IECS for only $852!  For multiple license discounts, please email sales(NO SPAM)@RiverSoftAVG.com

 
February 9th, 2008
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library Early Experience Program Updated to v1.0 EEP3
The GACL has also been updated to v1.0EEP3 (this should be the last EEP version before release).  This update fixes some bugs, adds better gene support, and offers a complete help file.  Please see the GACL Version History page for more information.  The update can be found on the Support page.  The GACL is available for purchase as an EEP, with automatic upgrade to the release version when it becomes available. To order, go to the Order (Educational & EEP) page.  In addition, the GACL has its own web page.
    Object Inspector Component Suite Updated to v1.5.2
The OICS has also been updated to v1.5.2.  This update fixes a bug in setting SET properties (note that this bug was not in Inspex).  Please see the OICS Version History page for more information.  The update can be found on the Support page. 
    Fuzzy Logic Component Library Updated to v2.7.1
The FLCL had to be recompiled to be compatible with changes introduced to the RiverSoftAVG Common Classes Library 3.6.2 to support the new Genetic Algorithms Component Library.  The update can be found on the Support page. 
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated to v2.7.1
The IECS had to be recompiled to be compatible with changes introduced to the RiverSoftAVG Common Classes Library 3.6.2 to support the new Genetic Algorithms Component Library.  The update can be found on the Support page. 
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated to v1.5.3
The RCCS had to be recompiled to be compatible with changes introduced to the RiverSoftAVG Common Classes Library 3.6.2 to support the new Genetic Algorithms Component Library.  The update can be found on the Support page. 
 
 
November 3rd, 2007
    Fuzzy Logic Component Library Released!
The FLCL has been released as a stand-alone product for those who want the power of fuzzy logic in their programs without the full expert system support (and cost) provided by the Inference Engine Component Suite.  In addition, the FLCL has been updated to v2.7.  This update fixes some bugs, adds some functions, and adds a cool new demo application, Faucet Control Demo.  Please see the Fuzzy Logic Component Library page and the FLCL Version History page for more information.  Registered users of the Early Experience Program can get the new version from the Support page.
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated to v2.7
The IECS has also been updated to v2.7.  This update includes the new Fuzzy Logic Component Library v2.7.  The update can be found on the Support page.  There is new evaluation versions of the IECS available from the Downloads page
    Flocking & Formation Flocking Demo Updated to v1.3.1
Our freeware Flocking and Formation Flocking Demo has been updated to v1.3.1.  This update adds packages for Delphi 2006 and 2007 as well as updates the help file. 
 
October 6th, 2007
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated to v1.5.1
The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite has been updated to v1.5.1.  This version adds support for RAD Studio 2007 (Win32 and .NET).  As always, the RCCS for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005, 2006, & 2007 (Win32 and .NET) is a free (for non-commercial use) with SOURCE charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details about the update.  You can download the RCCS here or from the Downloads page. 
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated to v2.6.1
The IECS has also been updated to v2.6.1.  This update fixes some bugs, supports RAD Studio 2007 (Win32 and .NET), and adds a cool new demo application which shows the Rete Network created for your expert systems. 
    Fuzzy Logic Component Library Updated to v2.6.1
The FLCL has also been updated to v2.6.1.  This update adds support for RAD Studio 2007 (Win32 and .NET).  Please see the FLCL Version History page for more information.  
    Genetic Algorithms Component Library Early Experience Program Updated to v1.0 EEP2
The GACL has also been updated to v1.0EEP2.  This update adds support for RAD Studio 2007 (Win32 and .NET).  Please see the GACL Version History page for more information.  The update can be found on the Support page.  The GACL is available for purchase as an EEP, with automatic upgrade to the release version when it becomes available. To order, go to the Order (Educational & EEP) page
 
August 14th, 2007
   Overwhelmed by spam, tgrubb email address to be retired soon
The frequency of spam and worms has been steadily increasing the last few years.  Within the last few months, however, the pure volume of spam has become overwhelming.  The tgrubbATRiverSoftAVG.com email account receives greater than 150 SPAM emails a day.  Anti-spam software is of limited help.  At this point, I barely look at all the email subjects per day, let alone their contents.  I am sure that once or twice legitimate email messages must have been deleted by accident... (If you have sent an email message with subject "Hello", "Thanks", "Increase your member", etc :-) I apologize that I haven't replied.  As a general rule, please try to use descriptive subjects).  Long story short, the tgrubb email account will be deleted soon (probably by the end of September).  After that, emails sent to that address will bounce.  Please change your address books to use tggrubb AT No Spam RiverSoftAVG.com (note the extra "g").  You can start using this email address immediately.  I apologize for the inconvenience.

Note: For the time being, the support email address will stay active.  Though even that email is starting to be overwhelmed.
 
August 7th, 2007
   RiverSoftAVG Announces Collaboration with Raize Software
RiverSoftAVG is very pleased to announce a collaborative product between RiverSoftAVG and Raize Software, Inspex. Inspex is an advanced set of native VCL grid controls specifically designed for inspecting objects and other data types in Delphi and C++Builder applications. RiverSoftAVG has exclusively licensed the core technology of their Object Inspector Component Suite (OICS) to Raize Software. Working in close collaboration, the OICS has been re-branded as Inspex, extended, and incorporated into the Raize Software family of developer tools.  Inspex 2.0 provides the following new features over the OICS:
bulletImproved architecture and usability improvements
bulletXP/Vista Theme Support
bulletC++Builder support (in BDS 2006 and C++Builder 2007)
bulletNew TIxItemListInspector component which provides all of the same capabilities as the TIxItemListEditor (old TRSItemListEditor), but allows the individual items to be customized in more ways and use property presets.
bulletImproved DB inspector component (since it is based on TIxItemListInspector component, you get the benefit of presets)
bulletEnhanced User Interface Features (Gradients, Custom Colors)
bulletCustom Component Designers
bulletImproved Help File

Please see the rest of the Inspex 2.0 Press Release.  More information is also available on the Object Inspector Component Suite page and http://www.raize.com/DevTools/Inspex.

 
July 4th, 2007
   Object Inspector Component Suite Evaluation available
There is a new evaluation version of the Object Inspector Component Suite from the Downloads page.  There is now an evaluation that supports Delphi 2007 as well.
 
June 29th, 2007
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.5 Released
The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.5 has been released!  This version adds a new chart type (Guides) as well as Data-Aware Chart Types!  There are also numerous bug fixes and other small improvements.  In addition, the installer now directly support Delphi 2007.  As always, the RCCS for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005, 2006, & 2007 (Win32 and .NET) is a free (for non-commercial use) with SOURCE charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details about the update.  You can download the RCCS here or from the Downloads page. 
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated to v2.6
The IECS has also been updated to v2.6.  This update fixes some bugs, adds for-in loop support, and includes the updated RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.5.  In addition, the installer now directly support Delphi 2007.  A new demo will be available soon.
   Object Inspector Component Suite Updated to v1.5.1
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to version 1.5.1.  This update fixes a few bugs and adds a few new features.  In addition, the installer now directly support Delphi 2007.  Please see the OICS Version History for more details. Registered users can download it from the Support page.  A new demo will be available soon.
 
March 2nd, 2007
   Object Inspector Component Suite Updated to v1.5
The Object Inspector Component Suite has received a major upgrade, to version 1.5.  This version adds DB inspector support!  In addition, it fixes a few bugs.  The new TRSDBInspector component provides a powerful and flexible DB inspector and allows inspection and modification of multiple TDataSets (through their TDataSource connections) in an object inspector type format.  Please see the Object Inspector Component Suite and OICS Version History pages for more details. Registered users can download it from the Support page (it is still a free upgrade).  There is also a demo version available from our Downloads page. 
 
February 9th, 2007
   Object Inspector Component Suite Updated to v1.4
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to version 1.4.  This update fixes a few bugs.  Please see the OICS Version History for more details. Registered users can download it from the Support page. 
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.2 Released
The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.2 has been released.  This version fixes some bugs and improves the display of labels.  As always, the RCCS for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005 & 2006 (Win32 and .NET) is a free (for non-commercial use) with SOURCE charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details about the update.  You can download the RCCS here or from the Downloads page.
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated to v2.5.1a
The IECS has also been updated to v2.5.1a.  This update includes the updated RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.2 and includes no other changes.
 
December 22nd, 2006
    Happy Holidays!
We'd like to wish everyone Happy Holidays & Happy New Year!  We know it has been slow around here lately but the new year should see some exciting stuff from us.  Have a safe and wonderful holiday season!
 
October 24th, 2006
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.1 Released
The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.1 has been released.  This version adds a new chart type, the equalizer.  It also fixes some bugs.  As always, the RCCS for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005 & 2006 (Win32 and .NET) is a free (for non-commercial use) with SOURCE charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details about the update.  You can download the RCCS here or from the Downloads page.
   Object Inspector Component Suite Updated
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to version 1.3.  This update fixes a couple of small bugs and adds OnValidated and OnValidateError events.  Please see the OICS Version History for more details. Registered users can download it from the Support page.  Hopefully, in a few days, we will have an updated evaluation version for download.
 
August 23rd, 2006
   Web Host Moving
We're moving our web site to a different web hosting account.  Unfortunately, you may notice some downtime, quirky pages, or other errors.  We apologize for any inconvenience.
 
June 30th, 2006
   HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.93.  This version updates HelpScribble Apprentice (and Diff tool) to properly handle links that contain windows (e.g., windows defined by HS' Windows Editor).  Please see our HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details. 
 
June 9th, 2006
   HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.92.  This version updates HelpScribble Apprentice (and Diff tool) to be compatible with the latest file format of HelpScribble v7.6.  Please see our HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details. 
 
March 20th, 2006
   HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.91.  This version fixes some wizards bugs.  Please see our HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details. 
   Object Inspector Component Suite Updated
The Object Inspector Component Suite has received a small update, to version 1.21.  This update fixes some small bugs, including ctrl-arrow support within the text box and to be able to *not* sort properties.  Please see the OICS Version History for more details. Registered users can download it from the Support page.
 
 
February 24th, 2006
The hottest Delphi topic on the web right now is Borland's plans to divest its IDE (including Delphi) and other products.  We decided we should chime in to reassure our customers.  RiverSoftAVG is cautiously optimistic about this plan.  You can even say we are actually excited about it - the right company can really invest in Delphi to make it even better and expand its customer base.  We wish Borland the best of luck in finding the right DelphiCo.  Our customers can rest assured that RiverSoftAVG is a Borland Technology Partner and we plan to be a new DelphiCo Technology Partner in the future.  We continue to support old products and develop new products for Delphi.  We plan to support our beloved Delphi now and in the future, wherever Delphi goes.
 
February 16th, 2006
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.0.1 Released
As promised, The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.0.1 has been released.  In addition to the other bug fix, there are a few more non-critical bug fixes.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details.  You can download the RCCS here or from the Downloads page.
    Inference Engine Component Suite v2.5.1 Released
New versions of the IECS have been released that include distributions of the new RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite.  Registered users of v2.5 can download from the Support page.
 
February 15th, 2006
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Bug Fix
The RCCS has an unfortunate bug that occurs when you place the TRSChartPanel on a form.  This bug doesn't occur with previously configured chart panels when there are charts attached.  We will have a patch out tomorrow night, but for now, the fix is to place the following line as the first line of the TRSAxisGrid.InternalDraw method:
 
        if Axis.ZoomMinimum = Axis.ZoomMaximum then Exit;
 
We apologize for the error.  All the test cases deal with pre-made cases!  Oops.
 
February 10th, 2006
    Inference Engine Component Suite v2.5 Released
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce the immediate release of the Inference Engine Component Suite v2.5.  The IECS v2.5 for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005 & 2006 (Win32 and .NET) is the powerful Delphi component suite for adding rule-based intelligence and fuzzy logic to your programs.  Please see the IECS Version History for more details.  Registered users of v2.5 can download from the Support page.  The full press release is here  New evaluation versions should be available soon.  v2.5 adds:
bulletVCL.NET support
bulletNew Charting Components
bullet100% Object Pascal Code and 100% Managed Code in .NET
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.0 Released
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce the immediate release of the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite v1.0.  The RCCS v1.0 for Delphi 5, 6, 7, 2005 & 2006 (Win32 and .NET) is is a free (for non-commercial use) with SOURCE charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs.  Please see the RCCS Version History for more details.  The full press release is here 
 
February 2nd, 2006
   HelpScribble Apprentice  Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.8.  This is a great update, that not only fixes bugs and updates the help file, but adds some cool new features including ToDo notes, HelpScribble File Diff tool, and Create New Class Member Topic wizard.  Please see our new HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details.  HelpScribble Apprentice has also been added to our Products page.
 
December 23rd, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite v2.13 updated.  
As promised, the fix for v2.13 users who want to use Delphi 2006 is now available.  Registered users of IECS v2.13 can download the new v2.13a version for Delphi 2006 from the Support page. 
 
December 22nd, 2005
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated (Version 1.0b7)
The Charting page contains an awesome new beta version of the RCCS.  We took the opportunity to add a new Graph chart type while having to re-release the Charting suite because of the RiversoftAVG Common Classes Library (discussed below).   If there are any issues, please email support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Please see the RCCS Version History page for more details. 
    New updates for Delphi 2006
The RiverSoftAVG Common Classes Library has been updated to fix a strange compilation error that only occurred in Delphi 2006 (causing an infinite streaming (read) error in the IECS).  As such, we are releasing new versions of our products:
Inference Engine Component Suite has been updated to reflect new versions of the RCCL and the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite changes.  Registered users of the IECS v2.5 EEP can download the new version from http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/  The new evaluation version of the IECS v2.5 for BDS 2006 is on the Downloads page.  We apologize to our registered users of IECS v2.13, as the download is not ready today, but hopefully tomorrow.
 
Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to v1.19 to reflect the new version of the RCCL.  Please see the OICS Version History page for more details.  Registered users can download the new version from our Support page.
 
December 19th, 2005
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.8.  This is a great update, that not only fixes bugs and updates the help file, but adds some cool new features including ToDo notes, HelpScribble File Diff tool, and Create New Class Member Topic wizard.  Please see our new HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details.
 
December 16th, 2005
    Object Inspector Component Suite Updated (v1.18)
The OICS has gotten a small update to v1.18.  This version includes support for Borland Developer Studio (Delphi 2006) and adds some new methods to classes.  Please see the OICS Version History page for more details.  Registered users can download the new version from our Support page.  There is also a new evaluation version for Delphi 2006 on the Downloads page.
 
December 12th, 2005
    RiverSoftAVG products are on the new Borland Developer Studio 2006 Partner DVD
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce that 2 of our products, the Inference Engine Component Suite (IECS) and the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite (RCCS), are on the Partner DVD for BDS 2006.  The partner DVD includes the IECS evaluation version and the full source version of the RCCS. 
 
Delphi 2006 versions of all our products will be available from the web site this week.
 
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated (Version 1.0b6)
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  This version includes support for Borland Developer Studio (Delphi 2006), bug fixes, and a vastly improved help file (still incomplete though).   If there are any issues, please email support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Please see the RCCS Version History page for more details. 
    Inference Engine Component Suite supports the new Borland Developer Studio (Delphi) 2006
We are pleased to announce that the Inference Engine Component Suite now supports Delphi 2006.  IECS v2.13 has been updated to support Delphi 2006 (Win32).  In addition, the IECS v2.5 beta also supports Delphi 2006 (Win32 and VCL.NET).  Registered users of IECS v2.13 can download the version for Delphi 2006 from the Support page.  Registered users of the IECS v2.5 EEP can download the new version from http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/  The evaluation version of the IECS v2.5 for BDS 2006 is on the Partner DVD that comes with BDS 2006.
 
November 22nd, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA (Version 2.5b8)
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  This version does some bug fixes for .NET, adds the Paint Demo for .NET, and updates the installers.  If there are any issues, please email support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download. 
 
November 9th, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA (Version 2.5b7)
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  This version adds the RCCS enhancements and improves the speed of the .NET version.  In addition, the  installer has been enhanced dramatically to hopefully correctly update System Path and Delphi environment options.  If there are any issues, please email support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Please go to  the new download.  WARNING: Please uninstall previous version
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated (Version 1.0b5)
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  This version is an exciting update that not only fixes bugs, but adds User Zoom, Pan, and Selection.  In addition, the  installer has been enhanced dramatically to hopefully correctly update System Path and Delphi environment options.  If there are any issues, please email support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Please see the RCCS Version History page for more details.  WARNING: Please uninstall previous version 
 
October 30th, 2005
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.7.  This update fixes bugs, updates the help file, and adds some new features, including a cool new ability to Copy links in current topic to a See Also Topic.  Please see our new HelpScribble Apprentice page for more details.
 
October 20th, 2005
 
Here we go again :-(  Last night's updates, through unfortunate user error (e.g., I was a moron), contained the previous version of the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite.  We have rebuilt and uploaded new versions of the software. If you downloaded the updates before 6:30 p.m. EST, please redownload them.  We apologize for the inconvenience.  Thank you for your patience.
 
October 19th, 2005
 
We apologize for some installation issues (missing files, etc).  We are trying to update our installer scripts for the new version of the IECS coming out.  We are changing package version numbers, adding files, etc and some things occasionally get missed.  Hopefully, everything is correct now.  If not, please send us an email at support@RiverSoftAVG.com  Thank you for your patience.
 
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA (Version 2.5b6)
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated (Version 1.0b4)
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  This version fixes a few bugs and installer issues.  Please see the RCCS Version History page for more details. 
    Object Inspector Component Suite Updated (Version 1.16)
The OICS has been rebuilt because of missing files in the RiverSoftAVG Common
Classes Library.  Registered users can download the update from the Support page and the evaluation version is available on the Downloads page.
 
     New Recommend Books
We've added a couple new books we recommend for AI on our Recommended Books page.
 
 
October 6th, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
 
    Genetic Algorithms Preview
As an added bonus for registered beta users, we have added a preview build (basically a we-don't-know-when-we-will-finish-and-distribute version) of a new component library we are working on, Genetic Algorithms Component Library.  This component library provides a genetic algorithm component and a simple genetic programming component.  Currently, the code is ready to go and includes demo programs.  However, there are *no* help files as of yet, nor do we know when we will have time to do them.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
 
September 26th, 2005
    Object Inspector Component Suite Updated
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to 1.15.  This version smashes some bugs, updates the help file, and adds some cool new demos, such as the Simple INI Editor.  Please see the OICS Version History page for more details.  Registered users can download the new version from our Support page.
 
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
 
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  This version fixes a bug and finally adds diagonal gradients.  Please see the RCCS Version History page for more details. 
 
August 30th, 2005
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  This version fixes some bugs, including memory leaks and sorting errors.  Please see the RCCS Version History page for details.
 
August 29th, 2005
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.6.  This update fixes bugs and adds the ability to launch HelpScribble from within the application to compile the help file.  Please download the application for more details from our Downloads page.
 
August 3rd, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite has new BETA
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
Beta Testers Wanted!  You can apply for the beta test on the BETA Signup page.
 
August 1st, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite EEP prices extended 2 more weeks!
The 10% off special has been extended for 2 more weeks.  From now until Aug 15th, get the IECS for 10% off.  Please go to the Order page.
 
June 30th, 2005
    Inference Engine Component Suite Updated
For registered beta users and owners of the IECS v2.5 EEP, there is a new beta version available.  Please go to http://riversoftavg.com/Files/BETA/ for the new download.
Beta Testers Wanted!  You can apply for the beta test on the BETA Signup page.
 
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite Updated
The Charting page contains a new beta version of the RCCS.  Also, the License text file is available for downloading from the page. 
 
    Announcements Mailing List Added
We've added an Announcements mailing list which you can subscribe to.  We will use this list to notify you of new betas and new products.  If you want to receive announcements, please subscribe to the announcements mailing list: announcements-subscribe@riversoftavg.com.
 
June 22th, 2005
    Sample screenshots and why RCCS added
We have added sample screenshots of the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite.  Also, we discuss why RCCS may be good for you.  Go to the Charting page for more details.
 
    Web site fixed
Sometime during the last few months, it appears that the feedback form broke down (no wonder we never heard complaints :-)  Profuse apologies and it should be working now.
 
June 20th, 2005
    IECS v2.5 Early Experience Program (EEP)
Finally, after WAY too long, the Inference Engine Component Suite v2.5 is in beta testing!  We apologize that it took so long but, despite Borland's hype, converting *components* from Win32 to .NET was a major task.  IECS v2.5 adds 2 important features:
 
* .NET support! IECS now supports Delphi 2005 VCL.NET. The Win32 and .NET versions are identical except that the .NET version does not have DB support, the User Function Wizard, and some minor miscellaneous functions.
* New Charting Components! The IECS now uses RiverSoftAVG’s own Charting Component Suite for .NET and Win32. This solves problems with depending on TeeChart, which was a problem for .NET users especially but was also a problem for TeeChart Pro purchasers (which required a recompilation of the IECS). The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite is free (to everyone) with source for non-commercial use. A Commercial use license is included free with all versions of IECS v2.5 users ($100 value).
 
Please see the IECS Version History page for more details.
 
The EEP is a beta version, with source code, which provides an opportunity for users to experience the new version 2.5 BEFORE it is released.  EEP owners automatically receive version 2.5 when it is released.  The EEP is for source-code owners only, which allows quicker distribution of changes to users and more exact feedback from users. 
 
Users who have bought IECS v2.0 Source Code in the last six months (since January 1st, 2005) receive this upgrade for free! Non-Source Code users who bought the IECS in the last six months can buy this crossgrade (from non-source to source) for $175.  (Please contact us at support@RiverSoftAVG.com for details)  The EEP is also available as a paid upgrade (with a free upgrade to version 2.5 when the EEP is finished).  The cost for the EEP (and also the cost for Version 2.5) is: 
 
    $400    Source Code, Full Version
    FREE    Source Code, Upgrade from IECS Source (AFTER Jan 1, 2005)
    $150    Source Code, Upgrade from IECS Source (BEFORE Jan 1, 2005)
    $175    Source Code, Upgrade from Non-Source (AFTER Jan 1, 2005)
    $300    Source Code, Upgrade from Non-Source (BEFORE Jan 1, 2005)
 
More details can be found in the press release: IECS v2.5 EEP Release
 
From now until July 31st, all prices are 10% off.  To order, please go to the Order page.
 
June 20th, 2005
    RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite: Free Charting With source!
The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite (RCCS) for Delphi 6-2005 (Win32 and .NET) is a free (for non-commercial use) with source charting Suite for adding charts and graphs to your programs. The RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite provides the following advantages:
 
• 100% Source Code
• FREE for use in your non-commercial applications. A commercial license is available by one-time purchase (upgrades are free) or by submitting an accepted software component to be included into the RiverSoftAVG Charting Component Suite.  A commercial license is also included free with IECS v2.5.
• For Win32 and .NET
• Design-time definition of chart values
• Less confusing and programmer error prone
• Easily Extensible
 
February 8th, 2005
    IECS Updated for Delphi 2005 (Win32)
The Inference Engine Component Suite has been updated to v2.13.  This version updates the IECS for Delphi 2005 (Win32) and includes a bug fix plus changes to the Fuzzy Logic Component Library. 
    OICS Updated for Delphi 2005 (Win32)
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to v1.14.  This version updates the OICS for Delphi 2005 (Win32) and includes a bug fix. 
 
Note: There were a lot of distributions updated and changed for these updates.  If there are any problems installing them, please email us at support@RiverSoftAVG.com   Thank you.
 
Registered users can download all updates from the Support page.  New evaluation versions are available from the Downloads page.
 
Jan 14th, 2005
    Flocking Software Updated for Delphi 2005
Our free Flocking Software has been updated for Delphi 2005, Win32 and .NET.  In addition, the distributions for the flocking demo and the formation flocking have been combined.  You can get this free software from our Downloads page.
 
Dec 22nd, 2004
    Apologies and Happy Holidays!
We know it's been a long time between updates.  We apologize and want to assure you we are here, alive, and will be working hard in 2005!  We would like to take this opportunity to wish you and your family Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!
 
June 15th, 2004
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.4.  This update adds a couple of cool new features: a blazingly fast Move Topics Wizard and Control-click navigation around your HSC file.  Please download the application for more details from our Downloads page.
 
May 31st, 2004
    IECS Updated to v2.12
The Inference Engine Component Suite has been updated to v2.12.  This version includes a couple of bug fixes plus changes to the Fuzzy Logic Component Library and its help files. 
    OICS Updated to v1.13
The Object Inspector Component Suite has been updated to v1.13.  This version fixes some bugs and exposes a few properties that may be helpful to some users
 
Registered users can download all updates from the Support page.  New evaluation versions are available from the Downloads page.
 
April 26th, 2004
    Newsletter #15 Available
Our latest newsletter for Spring 2004 is now available.  You can go directly to the Newsletter #15: Spring 2004 Edition page or see all of our newsletters from the Articles & Tips page.
    New Mailing Lists
We've added two mailing lists to our site.  First, there is a completely anonymous mailing list to receive our newsletters automatically.  For more information, please go to the Articles & Tips page.  Also, we have a new support mailing list.  For information on that mailing list, check out our Support page.
 
April 4th, 2004
    IECS Updated to v2.11
The Inference Engine Component Suite has been updated to v2.11.  This version includes bug fixes, 9 new user functions, a global variables editor, and updated help files.  You can get a complete list of the changes at IECS Version History page.  Registered users can download the update from the Support page.  New evaluation versions are available from the Downloads page.
 
March 31st, 2004
    Simple 2D Collision Detection class, free with source
We've uploaded to our Downloads page a new free class (including the source): RSCollisionMap.  The TRSCollisionMap is good for 2D Level, or platformer-type, games with not very many moving objects. The old overhead type games, like tank battle with buildings and a couple moving tanks (and bullets), are perfect for it. Some other examples would be BreakOut, Jumpman, Space Taxi, etc.  You can download the source and a simple demo executable from the Downloads page.
 
March 26th, 2004
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.3.  The update updates the application to work with HelpScribble 7.3.1 files.  Also, it adds a ton of command line parameters to automatically load a help file, change its options, and optionally save and Exit. Using these parameters and the new HelpScribble command line options, you can automate building help files using batch files.  Please download the application for more details from our Downloads page.
 
March 10th, 2004
    Web Host Changing Again
We're moving again.  We are expanding the web site (adding domains, more space, more transfer) and needed to move our site to an upgraded account.  Hopefully, this was transparent to everyone.  If not, we apologize profusely.  If anything is broken, please let us know at support@RiverSoftAVG.com
 
February 3rd, 2004
    InnoSetup Script Component Helper Updated to v1.2
Our free utility for InnoSetup by Jordan Russell, ISSComponentHelper, has been updated.  ISSComponentHelper allows you to specify a Delphi project (*.dpr) or Delphi Package (*.dpk), parses the file looking for dependencies, and then generates a list of dependent files that need to be distributed with the project or package.  This list can then be cut and paste into your InnoSetup Script.  You can find the utility on our Downloads page.  The changes for v1.2 are:
bullet
Added "Remember Choices for "Files Not Found"" Check box
bullet
InnoSetup Syntax Options are combo boxes with history now
bullet
Application remembers history for InnoSetup Syntax Options now
bullet
Made Quoting "smarter," was quoting strings that did not need to be quoted
bullet
Fixed bug where finding a file would not remember that directory for subsequent files
January 28th, 2004
    IECS Updated to v2.1
The Inference Engine Component Suite (IECS) has been updated to version 2.1B!  In general, this is a minor update except that it includes a large update to our fuzzy logic library.  This update is considered a BETA, though only because we have switched installers from InstallShield to InnoSetup.  This allows us to automatically install the libraries and help files into Delphi.  The complete list of changes are on IECS Version History the page.  Registered users can get the latest update from the Support page.  New evaluation versions of the IECS are also available from the Downloads page.
    New IECS property presets for OICS
We have also released a free download package for users of both of our Inference Engine Component Suite and Object Inspector Component Suite.  This package provides property presets for using the IECS with the object inspector.  The package is available from our Downloads page.
    Latest Newsletter available
The latest newsletter, lucky number 14, is available.  This edition, we include a massive article discussing using the IECS to build a Health and Safety Monitoring expert system (available as an example from the Downloads page).  Please go to our Articles & Tips page.
 
December 8th, 2003
    OICS Updated
The Object Inspector Component Suite (OICS) has been updated to version 1.12!  OICS v1.12 is a small bug fix version.  The list of changes are on the OICS Version History page.  Registered users can get the latest update from the Support page.  In addition, the OICS evaluation versions have been updated on the Downloads page.
 
December 1st, 2003
    Oops... OICS Updated Again! :-)
We apologize, but the latest version of our Object Inspector Component Suite (OICS) had some problems with its installer!  We've updated the installer to include the missing help file and PasLex package.  Again, the list of changes are on the OICS Version History page.  Registered users can get the latest update from the Support page.  In addition, the OICS evaluation versions and the Object Inspector Test Demo have been updated on the Downloads page.
 
November 29th, 2003
    Object Inspector Component Suite Updated!
The Object Inspector Component Suite (OICS) has been updated to version 1.1!  OICS v1.1 fixes bugs AND adds the ability to inspect the strings of a TStrings property in-situ.  The list of changes are on the OICS Version History page.  Registered users can get the latest update from the Support page.  In addition, the OICS evaluation versions and the Object Inspector Test Demo have been updated on the Downloads page.
    Open Source Pascal Lexer File Updated
The Inference Engine Component Suite version 2.0 uses one piece of open source code, PasLex, by Martin Waldenburg.  You can download the latest update to PasLex by us on the Downloads page. 
 
October 23rd, 2003
    Web Site Cleaned Up
It's embarrassing, but some of our links broke when we moved to our latest web host (case sensitivity matters now) a few months back.  No one mentioned it and we didn't notice until now.  We've done a lot of cleanup and the links should all work now.  PLEASE let us know if any are still broken!
 
October 14th, 2003
    InnoSetup Script Component Helper Updated
Our free utility for InnoSetup by Jordan Russell, ISSComponentHelper, has been updated.  ISSComponentHelper allows you to specify a Delphi project (*.dpr) or Delphi Package (*.dpk), parses the file looking for dependencies, and then generates a list of dependent files that need to be distributed with the project or package.  This list can then be cut and paste into your InnoSetup Script.  You can find the utility on our Downloads page
 
October 10th, 2003
    Newsletter 13 Available
The latest newsletter, lucky number 13 :-) , is finally available.  In this issue, we have some more great information and tops, including more about optimizing your fuzzy expert systems.  Please go to our Articles & Tips page
   
October 5th, 2003
    OICS v1.01 Released
A small update has been made to the OICS to bring it to v1.01.  It fixes a couple of bugs and includes the missing RSVCLReg.pas file.  For more information, please see the OICS Version History page.  There are also new evaluation versions on the Downloads page.
 
September 29th, 2003
    OICS v1.0 Released (and discounted too!)
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce the v1.0 release of the Object Inspector Component Suite for Delphi 6 and 7.  The OICS is currently 10% off with KICKOFF coupon code.  There is also an evaluation version on our Downloads page.  Please see the
OICS Release press release or go to the Object Inspector page for more details.
    Web Site Reorganized
We have reorganized our web site to hopefully make it easier to get to the pages you want quickly.  Every page now provides access to the main pages, including Products, Order, and Downloads pages.  In addition, the News Archive and Recommended Books were moved to the Articles & Tips page.
    New Recommended Book
We have added Marco Cantu's excellent book, Mastering Delphi 7, to our Recommended Books page
 
 
September 28th, 2003
    New KICKOFF promotion discount on all products
In honor of the imminent release of the Object Inspector Component Suite (OICS), we are having a KICKOFF promotion discount on ALL of our products.  Not only the OICS but the Inference Engine Component Suite is also 10% off from now until October 30th.  Please see the OICS KICKOFF Promotion press release for more details.
 
September 15th, 2003
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free utility application for HelpScribble users, has been updated to 0.9.9.2.  The update fixes some bugs, including a serious save Table of Contents corruption, and adds new Find and Replace Dialogs, Font and WritingFont preferences, and new link types.  Please download the application for more details from our Downloads page.
 
September 5th, 2003
    Free Utility for InnoSetup and Delphi Component Developers
InnoSetup by Jordan Russell is a free installer for Windows programs.  ISSComponentHelper is a small program for Delphi Component developers who need to distribute their code using InnoSetup.  This utility allows you to specify a Delphi project (*.dpr) or Delphi Package (*.dpk), parses the file looking for dependencies, and then generates a list of dependent files that need to be distributed with the project or package.  You can find the utility on our Downloads page
 
August 14th, 2003
    New Demo Program for Object Inspector
We've put up a new demo program for the upcoming Object Inspector Component Suite.  The new demo uses the latest beta build (4), adds another object inspector you can inspect (to see what it would look like in Delphi), and new property presets (editors).  You can get the new program on our Object Inspector page
 
July 30th, 2003
    New Demo Program for Object Inspector
We've put up a new demo program and screenshots for the upcoming Object Inspector Component Suite on our Object Inspector page.  It's based on the 3rd beta (being deployed to beta testers RSN) and adds a couple of exciting new features:
bulletInspect Multiple Objects' Property Values in One Column or One Column per Object
bulletView Properties Vertically or Horizontally
 
July 16th, 2003
    Newsletter 12 Available
The latest newsletter is finally available.  It is late but has some awesome information including an article about optimizing your expert systems.  Please go to our
Articles & Tips page
 
July 9th, 2003
    Beta Testing Opens for Object Inspector Component Suite
The Beta Test for the Object Inspector Component Suite for Delphi 6 and 7 is now open.  Please go to the Object Inspector page for more information or read the news release
 
 
May 15th, 2003
    New Support Page
We've added a new Support page for registered users.  Under the support page, you can find support options (including our mailing list), a new FAQ page, and patches and updates.
 
 
May 15th, 2003
    Inference Engine Component Suite (IECS) patched
The IECS has been updated to v2.0.2.  There is a new demo on the Downloads page.  Registered users can go to the Patches page.  Here is the list of changes/fixes:
bulletModified TUserFunctionWizard to use the OpenTools API instead of old Delphi 2/3 interfaces
bulletFixed bug in the open function for the append mode. It was overwriting previous files instead of appending to the end
of them (Thanks E.P.)
bulletFixed bug in TUserFunctionWizard.Execute where if the form file was being displayed, the unit would be unchanged (Thanks Marc S.)
May 7th, 2003
    HelpScribble Apprentice (v0.9.0.8) Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free adjunct to HelpScribble, has been updated.  You can get the latest version from our Downloads page.  Here is its new features:
bullet
Updated HelpScribble Apprentice to read HelpScribble v7.1 files
bullet
Improved Error Handling in Object Inspector
bullet
Added Recent Files Menu
bullet
Added Persistence of position of main form
 
May 1st, 2003
    New Mailing List!
We've added a new mailing list for supporting our products.  Our hosting service added support for mailing lists so we moved it to http://riversoftavg.com/mailman/listinfo/support-list_riversoftavg.com
 
    New Recommended Link
We've added link to a site which contains CLIPS documentation in PDF and postscript format to our
Recommended Links page.
 
 
March 31st, 2003
    Newsletter #11 Online
Newsletter #1: Jan/Feb/Mar is now online on our Articles & Tips page.
February 3rd, 2003
    HelpScribble Apprentice Updated
HelpScribble Apprentice, our free adjunct to HelpScribble, has been updated to read and write HelpScribble v7.0 files.  You can get the latest version from our Downloads page.
 
January 10th, 2003
    Latest Newsletter Online
Newsletter #10: Oct/Nov/Dec 2002 is now online on our Articles & Tips page.
 
January 7th, 2003
    We're moving... & Applying a New Coat of Paint!
RiverSoftAVG.com is getting a new web hosting service.  We are going to a new home that should be faster, have more options, and make your stay a better experience.   During the transfer, there may be a couple of days of confusion and slow service.  We apologize for any inconvenience.
As part of the move, the web site is getting a face lift (as you can see).  We have:
bulletMoved News to Front Page
bulletMoved Contact Info to About Page
bulletReorganized Downloads Page
bulletAdded IECS v2.0 Help for Delphi 7
bulletUpdated Demo Programs for v2.0
bulletGeneral Reorganization of web site files and locations
January 3rd, 2003
    Free Application: HelpScribble Apprentice!
We've added a new free applications section to our Downloads page and added our first application.  HelpScribble Apprentice is a free utility application for HelpScribble users which is intended as an adjunct to HelpScribble.  HelpScribble by Jan Goyvaerts (www.jgsoft.com) is "a full-featured, easy-to-use help authoring tool for creating help files from start to finish."  However, it does have its limitations, which HelpScribble Apprentice helps address. REQUIRES HelpScribble for generating help files.  Check out the Downloads page for more information and to download the application.
 
January 1st, 2003
    Happy New Year!
We hope everyone had a wonderful and safe holiday season and new year's.  For RiverSoftAVG, the end of 2002 was more difficult than we would have liked (including a massive water leak, requiring a ton of time and effort), but here is wishing everyone a Happy and Wonderful New Year!  Stay tuned for new announcements, more newsletters, and more cool software in the New Year!
 
September 17th, 2002
    New Order Page

We've added a new Order page to make it easier for you to find ordering information as well as order our products

September 11th, 2002
    New Collection Wizard Bug Fix

The New Collection Wizard has been updated to v1.01.  It is of course still free and still available from the Downloads page

August 23rd, 2002
    New update for the Inference Engine Component Suite

We are pleased to offer an update, v2.01, to the Inference Engine Component Suite.  The new version speeds up the IECS by 10%, improves the help, and makes it compatible with Borland's Delphi 7.  Evaluation versions of the IECS are available on our Downloads page

August 23rd, 2002
    RiverSoftAVG offers free New Collection Wizard for Delphi™

We are pleased to offer a free New Collection Wizard for Delphi™, with source.  RiverSoftAVG believes in Borland® Delphi™ and in the vibrant Delphi community.  This is one way we wish to give back to the community and hope it may be useful to others (as a tool or as a teaching tool).  It joins our growing collection of free components and tools, including the A* pathfinding component and Flocking component.  It is available on our Downloads page

August 23rd, 2002
    RiverSoftAVG releases IECS v2.0 for Delphi™ 7 Companion CD

We are pleased to announce that an evaluation version of Inference Engine Component Suite (IECS) v2.0 is being included with the Borland® Delphi™ 7 Studio Companion CD.  The IECS has been updated and is now compatible with Delphi 5, 6, and 7

August 23rd, 2002
    Latest Newsletter (#9) Available  

We've added our latest newsletter to the Articles & Tips page.  This is another great newsletter with discussions about the free New Collection Wizard, news, tips and more! 

July 16th, 2002
    IECS v2.0 is HERE!!!  (And on sale too!)

We are proud to announce the immediate availability of version 2.0 of the Inference Engine Component Suite for Delphi 5 and 6!  Also, from now until the end of July, the IECS v2.0 is 10% off!  There is a new demo on the

Downloads page and more information on

Inference Engine Component Suite page.  Check it out now!

 
June 12th, 2002
    Latest Newsletter (#8) Available  

We've added our latest newsletter to the Articles & Tips page.  This is another great newsletter with discussions about IECS v2.0 Fuzzy Expressions, tips, and more! 

April 26th, 2002
    IECS v2.0 EEP Demo Updated  

The IECS EEP demos for Delphi 5 and 6 have been updated to the latest EEP(4).  This version fixes (mostly :-)) the outstanding issues from the last EEP.  The latest EEP demo may be retrieved from the Downloads page.

April 22nd, 2002
    IECS v2.0 EEP Demo for Delphi 5 back online  

We had to take it down for a few days, but the EEP demo for Delphi 5 is back on-line.  Go get it from the Downloads page.

March 18th, 2002
    IECS v2.0 EEP Demo Available!  

We are pleased to announce the immediate release of a free evaluation demo of the Inference Engine Component Suite v2.0 EEP!!!  This demo version is based on the latest Early Experience Program version.  It is BETA software and for evaluation purposes only.  Until the end of March, the IECS v2.0 EEP is also 10% off.  Get it now from our Downloads page!  See Version History for more details about the EEP.

March 16th, 2002
    IECS v2.0 EEP Sale Ends Soon  

The IECS is on sale for only two more weeks.  On March 31st, the IECS v2.0 EEP will go back to its full price.  If you want to take advantage of this 10% off offer, please hurry!  Note that we will release a demo in a couple of days so that you can try before you buy.  Thanks. 

March 12th, 2002
    Latest Newsletter Available  

We've added our latest newsletter to the Articles & Tips page.  This is a great newsletter with discussions of the new IECS v2.0 Expert System Wizard, tips, and more!  Note: Somehow, Newsletter #6 was lost.  It was either not written or not sent properly.  We apologize for any confusion.

March 9th, 2002
    New IECS v2.0 Demo Applications on the Downloads page  

We've updated the Downloads page with a new version of the Advanced Console Editor based on the latest IECS EEP.  Also, there is an exciting new demo application that showcases the powerful new wizard available in the IECS v2.0: an Expert System Wizard.  This wizard guides you step by step into making an expert system.  Check out these great new applications now!

March 3rd, 2002
    Web Host Infrastructure changes  

On March 5th, between midnight and 6:00 AM EST, our web hosting company will be performing "infrastructure changes."  What this means is that they are changing the IP address that RiverSoftAVG.com will be using.  This should NOT affect you, except the web site may be briefly unavailable around that date.  We apologize for any inconvenience. 

January 21st, 2002
    New Functions in IECS v2.0 page 

There is now a page briefly describing the 70 New Functions in IECS version

 2.0 EEP.

    Open Source Available on Downloads page

For the IECS v2.0/EEP, we use an open source class, TmwPasLex, by Martin Waldenburg.  We modified it slightly and built a cachable version which descends from TmwPasLex.  This new class allows searching for Object Pascal code based on its tokens, as opposed to strings, which allows much more robust searches.  Searches can ignore formatting information.  Also, they do NOT get confused by strings that look like the search string, e.g., a search for the tokens (procedure MyProc) would ignore a comment which contains "procedure MyProc".  You can get the open source on the Downloads page. 

January 19th, 2002
    Version 2 Early Experience Program is 10% off! 
 

To celebrate the release of the EEP and to reward our customers, we are currently offering the EEP and/or upgrade for 10% off!  This is a limited time

 offer only!  Go to the Inference Engine Component Suite page for more details.

January 17th, 2002
    Version 2 Early Experience Program NOW AVAILABLE! 
 
It has been a long time coming, but the Early Experience Program (EEP)
for the Inference Engine Component Suite version 2.0 is FINALLY available!  Check out the IECS v2.0 EEP Release announcement and order it from the Inference Engine Component Suite page 
 
 
January 13th, 2002
    Version 2 Early Experience Program 
 
Happy New Year!  It has been a LONG time coming but the EEP will finally be available this coming week.  We just need to write a small amount of help to explain all the new features (the real help will be done during the EEP) and then package everything up to distribute it.  Check back in a couple days for links to order the EEP!!!
 
Version 2.0 is a major upgrade.  Version 2.0 will be for Delphi 5 and 6 only (no more Delphi 4 support).  The major features of the EEP are (see the Version History Page for more details):

- New! Database Support! IECS is now database-aware through the
TDBInferenceEngine component and TIEDataSet component
- New! Fuzzy Logic! IECS now supports fuzzy expert systems and fuzzy
inferencing
- New! Expert System Wizard! Step-by-step guide to creating expert
systems, with examples. Available by right-clicking on TInferenceEngine
- New! Type Definitions! IECS adds a new construct, the deftype, which
allows you to define types that allow type inheritance, enumerations,
range checking, and fuzzy sets. At design-time, the
TInferenceEngine.DefinedTypes property allows access to the new types
- New! User Function Wizard! Wizard helps you quickly and easily create
the code for defining a user function in the IECS
- New! Console Dialog! IECS adds a new console dialog, similar to the
Advanced Console Editor Demo
- New! Type Definition Editor! Design-time and Run-time editor for the
new deftype construct
- New! Over 60 New Functions, bringing the total to over 250 functions!
New functions for dates and times, database, fuzzy logic, and more
- Improved Expert System Execution! IECS executes expert systems up to
2.5x faster!
- Improved Fact Template Redefinition! IECS now works to keep facts and
rules even when the fact templates they depend on have changed
- Improved, Bigger, Faster Dialogs! Dialogs have been made bigger (800x600)
and in many cases been substantially improved, with additional sorting
features, printer support, and type checking
- Improved Parser Support! IECS has improved support for defining and
designing your own parser classes. Dialogs now support new parsers!
 
The EEP will be available as a paid upgrade with a free upgrade to version 2 when the EEP is finished.  The cost for the EEP (and also the cost for Version 2) is: 
 
    $350    Source Code, Full Version
    $200    Non-source Code, Full Version
    $175    Source Code, Upgrade (For v1.0 owners before August 1st, 2001)
    $125    Source Code, Upgrade (For v1.0 owners after August 2001)
    $100    Non-Source Code, Upgrade (For v1.0 owners before August 2001)
    $85      Non-source code, Upgrade (for v1.0 owners after August 2001)

 There are also a couple of demo applications from the EEP on our Downloads page.
 
 
December 23, 2001
    Happy Holidays from RiverSoftAVG!!!
 
We would like to take this opportunity to wish everyone safe, happy, and wonderful holidays!  
 
 
    Inference Engine Component Suite Early Experience Program coming soon
 
We apologize for the lack of updates on the web site.  We have been working on the new version 2.0 of the Inference Engine Component Suite.  Within days, we hope to be offering an Early Experience Program (EEP) version for you to buy.  The EEP allows early adopters to buy the source code version (full or upgrade from v1.0) right now, with a free upgrade to the full version when it is released.  The EEP is the beta for version 2.0 - all features are present and working; the only thing missing are complete help files.  Look for more information soon!
 
    Summary of IECS Version 2 Major Features
 
- New! Database Support! IECS is now database-aware through the TDBInferenceEngine component and TIEDataSet component

- New! Fuzzy Logic! IECS now supports fuzzy expert systems and fuzzy inferencing

- New! Expert System Wizard! IECS now has a design-time wizard for taking you step-by-step through the creation of your expert system

- New! Type Definitions! IECS adds a new construct, the deftype, which allows you to define types that allow type inheritance, enumerations, range checking, and fuzzy sets. At design-time, the TInferenceEngine.DefinedTypes property allows access to the new types

- New! User Function Wizard! Wizard helps you quickly and easily create the code for defining a user function in the IECS

- New! Console Dialog! IECS adds a new console dialog, similar to the Advanced Console Editor Demo

- New! Type Definition Editor! Design-time and Run-time editor for the new deftype construct

- New! Over 60 New Functions, bringing the total to over 250 functions!  New functions for dates and times, database, fuzzy logic, and more

- Improved Expert System Execution! IECS executes expert systems up to 2.5x faster!

- Improved Fact Template Redefinition! IECS now works to keep facts and rules even when the fact templates they depend on have changed

- Improved, Bigger, Faster Dialogs! Dialogs have been made bigger (800x600) and in many cases been substantially improved, with additional sorting features, printer support, and type checking

- Improved Parser Support! IECS has improved support for defining and designing your own parser classes. Dialogs now support new parsers!

 

September 8th, 2001
    Web Site back online!
 
If you have visited recently, you undoubtedly noticed that the web site has been in chaos.  Somehow, we lost pages and our web host was unable to recover (always do your own backups! :-) )  Finally, everything is back to normal.  The only page we couldn't rebuild is this one, the news page.  So the news since the beginning of the year is lost.  The major highlights of the year were, from most recent to oldest:
 
bulletInference Engine Component Suite (IECS) was updated for Delphi 6.  Users should get the patch from the Patches page
bulletThe latest newsletter, Newsletter #5- Jun-July-Aug 2001 Edition, is out.  In fact, you can check out all the newsletters from our Articles & Tips page.  The last two newsletters have discussed some of the exciting features coming when version 2 of the IECS is released.
bulletThere are some cool AI demos with source on our Downloads page for A* Path Planning, Flocking, and Formation Flocking.

    Thank you for your patience and we apologize for any inconvenience 

December 22, 2000
    New Article: Using Threads With The Inference Engine Component Suite
 
There is a new article on the Articles & Tips page.  The article tells how to use the inference engine in another thread.  Check it out at Using Threads with IECS
 
    Newsletters Added to the Web Site
 
RiverSoftAVG sends electronic newsletters to its registered users.  The archived newsletters are now available on the Articles & Tips page.  Generally, the newsletters discuss news (which you can get here) and tips.  There is also a survey, which you are welcome to fill out and send in, in the latest Newsletter #2 Dec-Jan 2001
 
December 20, 2000
    Inference Engine Editors Help File recompiled
 
The IEEditors.hlp file in the latest distribution was accidentally compiled without images.  You can download the zip file from the Patches & Updates page.
 
December 9, 2000
    Inference Engine v1.1 Available for download!
 
A new free upgrade to the Inference Engine Component Suite is now available.  The free upgrade adds improved CLIPS compatibility, batch processing and 55 new functions!  Please see the Version History for more details.  You can download the upgrade from the Patches & Updates page.
 
November 23, 2000
    Web Host Transition Complete and New Site Search
 
Well, the transition to the new web host is done.  The new host, in addition to being more reliable, gives us more data storage and expanded capabilities.  For example, we have added a search capability.  If you have any difficulties, 
please contact our webmaster@RiverSoftAVG.com 
 
November 22, 2000
    We are changing our web host!
 
Please excuse the mess but in the next day or so we are changing our web host.  The old web host was very unreliable and some people were mentioning that their email to us would just arbitrarily bounce back.  We apologize profusely.  Hopefully, things will be a lot smoother from now on.
 
October 19, 2000
    Updated Inference Engine Component Suite Demo
 
The Inference Engine Component Suite demo has been updated to use the latest (v1.01) version.  The updated demo is available on the Downloads page.
 
    Path Planning Free Delphi Source Code Updated
 
Finally, I found some time to update the free Path Planning components and demo.  You can get the updated source code from the Downloads page.  The changes are:
- General Code cleanup - still needs a LOT of work though
- Added Delphi Package and Registration file
- Added Design-time icons (.dcr file)
- Added TSimplePathPlanner component, which descends from
TCustomPathPlanner. Renamed all references to TSimplePathPlanner
- Published some properties and events
- Modified Demo to use design-time components
 
October 18, 2000
    Inference Engine Component Suite Sale Ends October 31st!
 
Hurry!  The introductory pricing for the Inference Engine Component Suite ends October 31st!  Only a few more days to get 15% off!
 
October 5, 2000
    Patch available for the Inference Engine Component Suite (Registered Users)
 
The Inference Engine Component Suite has been updated with a small patch (Available on the Updates & Patches Page).  Please check out the Version History Page for more information.
 
    Added two new pages
 
A new Updates & Patches page has been added to contain patches and updates to our products for registered users.  Also, a Inference Engine Component Suite Version History Page has been added.
 
September 7, 2000
    Inference Engine Component Suite available for purchase!
 
The Inference Engine Component Suite is finally available for purchase!  Check out the Press Release.
 
    Added a Recommended Links page
 
A new web page has been added with recommended links for Delphi, AI, and Game development information.
 
    Updated the Recommended Books page
 
The Recommended books web page has been updated with a couple of recommended game programming books.
 
September 4, 2000
    Inference Engine Component Suite Demo Now Available!
 
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce that a demo for Delphi 4 or 5 of the Inference Engine Component Suite is now available.  Check out the demo for Delphi 4 or 5 on the Downloads page; get it while it's hot! 
 
September 3, 2000
 
    Inference Engine Component Suite is finished!
 
RiverSoftAVG is proud to announce that the final, version 1.0 of the Inference Engine Component Suite is finished.  In a couple of days, it will be available for purchase and download from the web!  Keep checking back for a complete press release when the suite is available! 
 
    Updated all Inference Engine Demos on Downloads page
 
Updated the demos to use the final inference engine code.
 
 August 10, 2000
 
    Beta Testing is closed!
 
We are accepting no more applications for beta testing the Inference Engine Component Suite  Thanks to everyone for their interest and help.
 
July 1, 2000
 
    Added a Recommended Books and a Articles & Tips page
 
These pages details books we find very useful in development or tips we have learned in our development.  The pages are small right now, but they will grow.  Check them out!
 

June 21, 2000

    Updated information about the Inference Engine Component Suite
 
Added information about CLIPS compatibility and a list of functions in the suite.
 
 
June 20, 2000
    Updated all Inference Engine Demos on Downloads page
 
Updated the demos: console, personnel evaluation, and paint scripting.  Incorporates latest features (including new functions input-box, input-query, show-message and message-dlg) and fixes bugs, especially memory leaks.
 
 
June 17, 2000
    Added new demo to our Downloads page

Inference Engine Paint Scripting Demo - This application is an an excellent example of how the Inference Engine Component suite can be used for scripting your applications.  The demo is a small paint program where you can create, open and save images (no undo or clipboard support though).  In addition, you can record your actions to make scripts that can be executed later.  A few sample scripts are also available to run.

 
 
June 15, 2000
    Added new demo to our Downloads page

Inference Engine Personnel Evaluation Demo - This application is a tongue-in-cheek demo showing how to use the Inference Engine Component Suite to provide expert assistance in your programs. This demo specifically shows how to write business rules to evaluate an applicant's fitness for a job with a fictitious company.

 
    Updated Inference Engine Console demo on Downloads page
 
Updated the console demo.  Incorporates the latest changes to the Rule editor and function descriptions.  Also adds a readme.txt that was forgotten! (oops)
 
 
June 11, 2000
    Added new demo to our Downloads page

Inference Engine Console Demo - Demo application which uses our upcoming  Inference Engine component suite.  The Beta Testing for the component suite is going very well.  We are just about to release Beta 03 to our beta testers, and the suite should be ready to go in August.

 
 
May 7, 2000
    Updated our FREE A* Search Pathing Component
 
The A* Pathing Component test program was updated with a new help file to make it easier to use.  See the A* Component page for more details about the component.
 
 
April 27, 2000
    RiverSoftAVG Seeks Beta Testers for Delphi Component Suite
See the press release for more details.

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