Visual Basic 6 Database Programming Bible

Written by: Wayne S. Freeze
Published by: IDG Books, 2000
ISBN: 0-7645-4728-3

Overview

If Visual Basic can do it, you can do it too...

In this comprehensive guide, database expert Wayne S. Freeze shows hot to create cutting-edge distributed database applications with Visual Basic 6. In the first part of the book, he gets you up to speed on VB database programming tools and techniques, with an emphasis on time-saving shortcuts. Then he explains how to tailor applications to eachof the three main Visual Basic database development platforms - and achive optimum performance. Whether you're a database newbie or a vetran DB developer, this focused reference is all you need to build fast, secure, easy-to-use applications.

Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Visual Basic Database programming

Jump start your programming with Data Environments and Data Report Designer
Harness the power of the ADO 2.5 object model, from connections to commands
Integrate XML with Internet Information Server applications
Manipulate Recordsets to optimize the performance of your application
Create custom bound controls, COM+ transactions, and message queuing modules
Tailor an application for Microsoft SQL Server 7, Oracle8i, or Microsoft Jet 3.51/4.0
Capitalize on custom utilities and SQL language extensions, such as PL/SQL
Construct platform-specific data tpes and manage security, logins, roles, and users