[Hardhats-members] Guidelines to write a new routine

[Usha]

While creating a new routine, what are the kind of background issues one should keep in mind? Typically, when a routine(corresponding to a VistA option) is run, certain background tasks are to be performed:   Checking if the user (DUZ) is allowed to access options/files/records If accessing a sensitive patient... maintaining the audit log If a test is completed, to send approprite notifications restricting sign-on to a specific location etc.   Is there any guideline(other than SAC) based on which routines should be written keeping in mind the above & the adhereance to the basic VistA architecture so as to not conflict with future VA enhancements/KIDS patches?   Regards Usha Make sure YOUR emails don't get lost! Download Mailinfo here