Latest Delphi 7 Database Development Guide

Author: Zhi Fei
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Publish Date: 2003-03-01
Features: This book introduces the techniques for developing database programs using Delphi7 through numerous examples and illustrations. The book is divided into 13 chapters and can be structured into three main parts. Chapters 1~3 form the first part, introducing the fundamental knowledge of developing data programs with Delphi7, including: the basic applications and new features of Delphi7, the characteristics of the ObjectPascal language, and common methods used in database programs. Chapters 4~9 constitute the second part, which covers the methods for developing local database programs with Delphi7, including: techniques for accessing databases via BDE, key points for accessing databases using ADO, the application of data-aware components, report and chart display, the use of Office components in database programs, and how to write custom database components. Chapters 10~13 make up the third part, primarily focusing on the development of network database programs, including: writing client/server database programs, database program design for multi-tier distributed systems, and Web database program design. The book is divided into 13 chapters and can be structured into three main parts. Chapters 1~3 form the first part, introducing the fundamental knowledge of developing data programs with Delphi7, including: the basic applications and new features of Delphi7, the characteristics of the ObjectPascal language, and common methods used in database programs. Chapters 4~9 constitute the second part, which covers the methods for developing local database programs with Delphi7, including: techniques for accessing databases via BDE, key points for accessing databases using ADO, the application of data-aware components, report and chart display, the use of Office components in database programs, and how to write custom database components. Chapters 10~13 make up the third part, primarily focusing on the development of network database programs, including: writing client/server database programs, database program design for multi-tier distributed systems, and Web database program design. The book is carefully organized to progress from simple to complex, from basic to advanced, and from intuitive understanding to rational thinking, emphasizing practicality and enabling readers to quickly apply the knowledge they learn to real-world software development. The CD content for this edition includes the source code for the book's examples.