If you are still using an older version of Delphi, consider moving to Delphi 2010 as it brings many new features (demoed by Pawel):
- Code Formatter for Delphi and C++ source files.
- Background compilation for Delphi and C++ projects.
- Enhanced searching in the code editor („Find”, „Find in Files”).
- Improved „Use Unit” dialog.
- Better XML Data Binding wizard handling of schema "include" elements.
- Refactoring support for generic code.
- New data visualizers in the debugger. Open Tools API for custom visualizers.
- Debugging within selected threads: „Freeze” and „Thaw” threads.
- Custom Class Attributes.
- New RTTI.
- Delphi Natural Input: Touch, Gestures, Multi-Touch.
- TDirect2DCanvas supports Direct2D and DirectWrite (Windows 7 only).
- New dbExpress Firebird driver for 2.1.1 and 1.5
- MIDAS.DLL source code.
- „New DataSnap Server” and „New DataSnap WebBroker App” wizards.
- DataSnap with HTTP, tunneling, filters, REST and Web Broker hosting.