Base SAS® software enjoys its status as the oldest member of the SAS software family. We use these pages to keep you informed of our research and development efforts.
| DATA Step | Try out new features for the DATA step, like Perl regular expressions and hash table and Java object classes. |
| ODS | See the latest papers, sample code, tips, and FAQs for the SAS Output Delivery System. |
| SAS®9 | Learn more about SAS®9 features and benefits. |
| Universal Printing | Create and send PDF, PostScript, PCL, and GIF output to a file or printer. |
| XML Engine | The XML LIBNAME engine enables you to process XML data just like a SAS data set. |
| Preproduction | SAS R&D provides early access to new features in Base SAS Software because we want your feedback. |
| SAS Notes | R&D developers and Tech Support gurus keep track of the most frequently asked questions. |
You might notice that the Base SAS R&D Web pages have a casual tone and style. Read about Paul Kent's mission for the Base Focus Area.
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