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Scripting cheat sheet

Client vs server context and the objects you use.

Quick answer

Know where your code runs and which objects are available.

Key takeaways
  • Server side
  • Client side
  • Rule of thumb

Know where your code runs and which objects are available.

Server side

  • gs, logging, user, utilities.
  • GlideRecord, database access.
  • current / previous, in business rules.

Client side

  • g_form, read/write fields on the form.
  • g_user, current user info.
  • GlideAjax, call the server.

Rule of thumb

Security and data integrity belong on the server. The client is only for UX.

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