Today the primary focus for RAD Studio database access is on the FireDAC universal database access library. Given in the past Delphi and C++Builder also included other database engines, and they still include a few alternative options, Embarcadero has been creating scripts and helper units to simplify the migration from other database access libraries to FireDAC.
The ReFind Tool
The tool we use…
RAD Server Gets a Boost in RAD Studio 12.3
March 26, 2025
RAD Studio 12.3 brings several improvements to RAD Server that address common pain points and add new functionality. Let’s take a look at what’s new.
Consistent Date/Time Formats Across Requests
One issue that’s now resolved is the inconsistency in…
Improvements to the VCL Image Collection Editor in 12.3
March 24, 2025
Among many other features and improvements already discussed in other blog posts, RAD Studio 12.3 release offers enhancement in many areas of the VCL library. While the primary focus was on quality improvements, the team also implemented a few small and focused…
Safety with C++Builder 12.3: Introducing Sanitizers
March 21, 2025
Ever since we started using our enhanced Clang compiler, we’ve had a consistent request: can we add runtime checking?
For many customers, this has been because the old ‘classic’ compiler used to have a feature called CodeGuard, which was helpful for catching errors…
The Android SDK Manager GUI
March 20, 2025
As mentioned in the RAD Studio 12.3 announcement blog post, alongside the upgrade of Android tooling to support API level 35, we are releasing a brand new visual tool to help you manage the Android SDK installation.
The tool is called Android SDK Manager and it’s available…
New in RAD Studio 12.3: 64-bit IDE Initial Release!
March 19, 2025
We have a very exciting new addition in Delphi, C++Builder and RAD Studio 12.3: the Initial Release of a 64-bit build of the IDE!
Quick Facts
It’s an optional installation
The Initial Release of the 64-bit IDE does not yet feature-match the 32-bit IDE
It installs side…
AI-Powered Smart CodeInsight in RAD Studio 12.3
March 19, 2025
Embarcadero introduced its first integrated AI solution in the RAD Studio IDE in version 12.2. The technology, called Smart CodeInsight, offers the ability to interact with different LLM engines, some online and one offline, but also to install drivers for other AI engines…
Announcing the Availability of RAD Studio 12.3 Athens
March 13, 2025
Embarcadero is very happy to announce RAD Studio 12.3 Athens along with Delphi 12.3 and C++Builder 12.3 is available to customers starting today. The RAD Studio 12.3 Athens release offers the Initial Release of the 64-bit version of the RAD Studio IDE, along with a number of…
Delphi 30th Anniversary "Innovation Timeline" Update Published. Get Your Free PDF Now!
February 16, 2025
Ever tried to visualize the entire evolution of Delphi and modern technology in one view? The Delphi 30th Anniversary “Information Technology Innovation Timeline” does it for you!
The Delphi 30th Anniversary “Information Technology Innovation Timeline” is a…
New to RAD Studio? We've Got You Covered!
February 14, 2025
A Fresh Start With RAD Studio available on GetIt
If you’re starting with RAD Studio, we’ve got something special for you. Our new guide, Getting Started with RAD Studio – A Guide for Developers New to Delphi and CBuilder is now available in GetIt for…




