Dumping in WINDEV 27 refers to the process of creating a snapshot of an application's state, typically to troubleshoot crashes or analyze runtime behavior when a standard debugger isn't attached. Understanding Debug Dumps in WINDEV 27
In version 27, a dump file (often with a .wdump extension) serves as a "recorded" state of the application's runtime information. It captures the call stack and the contents of variables at the exact moment the dump was triggered. This is essential for debugging issues on remote client machines where developers cannot directly access the live environment. Methods for Generating a Dump
You can create these diagnostic files either programmatically through WLanguage or manually using standard Windows tools. 1. Programmatic Generation (WLanguage)
WINDEV 27 provides specific functions to automate dump creation when an error occurs or at a specific code point:
dbgSaveDebugDump: This function saves a dump of the current application state. It allows you to reposition the debugger later on that specific runtime information to inspect the stack and variable values.
dbgSaveMemoryDump: If dynamic auditing is enabled, this saves a memory dump into the audit file. If disabled, it opens a file picker for the user to manually name and save the dump. 2. Manual Generation (Windows Task Manager)
If an application is frozen or unresponsive, you can create a standard Windows dump file: Open Task Manager (Ctrl + Shift + Esc). Navigate to the Details tab.
Right-click the WINDEV application process (e.g., MyApp.exe). Select Create dump file.
Windows will provide the file path (typically in %LocalAppData%\Temp) once completed. How to Analyze a WINDEV 27 Dump dump windev 27
Once you have a .wdump file, you can analyze it directly within the WINDEV environment:
Opening the file: You can drag and drop the .wdump file into the WINDEV editor or go to the Home tab, expand Open, and select Open to load it.
Inspecting variables: The editor will load the state as if the debugger were paused at that moment, allowing you to trace the cause of the failure.
For standard Windows .dmp files, you may need external tools like WinDbg or BlueScreenView to identify faulty modules or drivers. Related Version 27 Diagnostic Features
Version 27 also introduced 173 common new features that aid in application stability, such as: dbgSaveDebugDump (Function) - PC SOFT
A "dump" in the context of WINDEV 27 primarily refers to the dbgSaveDebugDump function, which saves a debug dump file (.wdump) to capture the application's state—including the call stack and variable values—at a specific moment for later analysis in the debugger [1.2.9, 1.3.3]. Technical Review: WINDEV 27 Debug Dumps
The dump feature is a critical diagnostic tool for developers to troubleshoot runtime issues without needing an active live debugging session.
Functionality: The dbgSaveDebugDump function dbgSaveDebugDump records runtime information into a .wdump file [1.2.9]. Dumping in WINDEV 27 refers to the process
Usage: To analyze a dump, developers can simply drag and drop the .wdump file into the WINDEV, WEBDEV, or WINDEV Mobile editor [1.3.3]. Key Data Captured: The complete call stack at the time of the call. The content of all variables present in memory.
Developer Benefit: It allows for "post-mortem" debugging, enabling you to inspect what happened on a client's machine or a remote server where live debugging is not possible [1.2.9]. General Review of WINDEV 27
WINDEV 27 is a Rapid Application Development (RAD) environment designed for building Windows, Linux, .NET, and Java applications [1.3.6]. Key Features introduced in Version 27:
Diagram Editor Control: A major new control that allows end users to create, edit, and print diagrams directly within your application without writing additional code [1.1.2, 1.2.2].
Smart Controls: Includes 13 new Smart Controls, such as tokenized email inputs and non-blocking required forms, which are provided with full source code for customization [1.4.3, 1.4.4].
Windows 11 Support: Full compatibility with Windows 11 design language, including rounded corners and Snap Layouts [1.4.3].
Performance Improvements: Version 27 boasts significantly faster speeds, such as template updates that are up to 5x faster and faster compilation using all processor cores [1.4.3, 1.4.5]. User Perspectives
The community generally values the speed of development, though some note the cost and learning curve. AI Integration (WX AI):
“I liked the ready plugins that we use during development, it's kinda drag and drop. It's hard to find documentation, and also it's a little bit expensive.” Capterra · 1 month ago
“Speed of coding and delivery of the final product. You can develop really quick, complete products.” G2
“WinDev is cool because I absolutely don't need anything else to meet all my needs. It's far from perfect, I'll give you that.” Reddit · r/developpeurs · 11 months ago
Disclaimer: This report is for educational and defensive security purposes only. Dumping proprietary software without permission may violate software licenses (EULA) and intellectual property laws.
If you are upgrading or studying this version specifically, these were the major introductions:
AIExecutePrompt(), AIConfigure() (added/expanded in updates).ThreadExecute improvements for better multi-core management.WinDev 27 uses a combination of:
A partial reconstruction script (Python):
def simple_decrypt(data, key=0x27):
dec = bytearray()
for i, b in enumerate(data):
dec.append(b ^ ((key + i) & 0xFF))
return dec
Actual decryption requires reversing WD270.DLL’s DecompressResource export. More reliable: run the app under x64dbg, set breakpoint on VirtualAlloc, and dump the decompressed buffer after the runtime decodes a form.
If your goal is extract passwords or keys from a Windev 27 process (e.g., forgotten application password), you can scan the dump for readable strings:
findstr /i "password key user" dumpfile.dmp
But keep ethical and legal considerations in mind.