Delphi 6.0 Development Practice

Author: Chi Zhongxian
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Publish Date: 2002-03-01
Features: This book is a collection of the author's extensive experience in using Delphi to develop numerous systems and application software over the years. With a practical approach, guided by object-oriented programming methodology, and set against the backdrop of the latest achievements in modern programming technology, the book comprehensively, systematically, and in an accessible manner introduces the various features of Delphi. It highlights the enhanced support for features in Delphi 6.0, such as "COM, DCOM, COM+, multi-tiered hierarchical architecture, and network programming," and introduces many new features for the first time, including the provision of the next-generation data engine dbExpress, support for developing web applications with WebSnap, support for developing high-performance multi-tiered application systems with DataSnap, support for XML/XSL, and support for Soap/WebService. It also particularly covers its cross-platform solutions. The book demonstrates what true object-oriented programming is, how it is implemented using Delphi, and how Delphi supports the development of applications in other technical domains (such as databases, local area networks, wide area networks, the internet, and multi-tiered architectures). This book can serve as a textbook and teaching reference for learning Delphi language and software engineering methodology. It is also available for software professionals to consult and reference during their work. For anyone with aspirations in the field of software development, this book can be a trusted guide and companion.