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Using an Enums Custom Library, Part 2

by Ben Rogol | Apr 21, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

Using an enums custom library in SuiteScripts can drastically increase the efficiency of our scripts. Last time, we explained some of the foundational concepts behind using an enums custom library. Today, we'll dive into some ways to actually implement this new...

Create a Dynamic Custom Dropdown List

by Ben Rogol | Apr 20, 2021 | NetSuite Tips

Custom record fields enable us to create a custom dropdown list in NetSuite. In this NetSuite tip, we explore how to display a field with a dropdown select list. Here's how it works: we create a custom checkbox field on a record (of your choice). When that particular...

Using an Enums Custom Library, Part 1

by Ben Rogol | Apr 15, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

In a previous developer post, we introduced a new paradigm for structuring SuiteScript files in a project.As we address some of the details of this structure, we come to the topic of enums. Enums, short for "enumerated types" or "enumerations," is basically a separate...

Shipping Cost Automation

by Ben Rogol | Apr 13, 2021 | Customer Stories

We encounter a variety of customer needs here at SuiteRep. In this customer story, we talk about a recent request from a client to improve an existing shipping cost automation. Although your company's needs may differ, we hope this story can give you some ideas about...

Scripting Pattern – Client Script Calling a Suitelet

by Ben Rogol | Apr 8, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

In NetSuite development, there are a few common scripting patterns to master. One of these patterns is a kind of automation that connects both the client side and a server side. Today we will be looking at a Client Script calling a Suitelet. In the previous NetSuite...

SuiteScript Code Structure

by Ben Rogol | Apr 1, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

Having a standard method for your SuiteScript code structure can be extremely helpful. Having a set structure provides consistency, preemptively removes difficult roadblocks, and reduces the number and severity of bugs. A Structural Overview This is a cutting-edge...

NetSuite Performance Details Tool

by Ben Rogol | Mar 30, 2021 | NetSuite Tips

Efficient performance in NetSuite is crucial. With the NetSuite Performance Details tool, anyone can identify the cause for slow startup times. NetSuite's Secret Door Everyone loves secret passageways and Narnia doors that open to something unique. Did you know that...

SuiteScript Naming Conventions

by Ben Rogol | Mar 25, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

SuiteScript naming conventions can prevent NetSuite from becoming messy and help you locate your scripts in NetSuite efficiently. A Quick Blog Roadmap If you have been following along with our SuiteScript blog, we've covered a lot of ground! We have learned about the...

Understanding the NetSuite Database and SQL

by Ben Rogol | Mar 23, 2021 | NetSuite Tips

NetSuite at its core is actually just a glorified database with a user-friendly interface managed through SQL. Do you find NetSuite sometimes difficult to fully understand? Knowing the roots and foundation of NetSuite will give you super-powers in understanding,...

Handle POST Request in a Suitelet (Build a Suitelet, Part 5)

by Ben Rogol | Mar 18, 2021 | NetSuite Scripting

Once we design our Suitelet to display helpful information, how do we handle interactions with the Suitelet by a user? In this blog post we will learn how to handle new information posted to the server to perform important tasks. If you're new to this mini-series...