Appendix D. Glossary

TermMeaning
VCLVisual Component Library, Delphi's traditional Windows UI framework.
FMXFireMonkey, Delphi's multi-platform UI framework.
DFMA Delphi form definition file used by VCL projects.
FMX formThe converted FireMonkey form file, typically emitted as .fmx.
LiveBindingsThe FMX binding model used for data-aware behavior.
Global fixA converter change that benefits multiple current or future projects, not just one output file.
Mapping packOptional JSON file that adds transparent third-party component detection, conversion, preservation, or manual-review rules.