Delphi Deep Exploration (with disc) Second Edition (Second Edition)

Author: Chen Sheng
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Publish Date: 2004-01-01
Features: This book systematically explains various application development using Delphi through numerous examples. The content is divided into seven parts, covering COM.Shell, VCL class library, IE menu extension, design patterns, and the application and development of other development tools. In addition to using a large number of examples, the book incorporates the author's experience and insights gained during Delphi development, which will greatly benefit programmers currently engaged in Delphi development or learners studying Delphi development. The book provides an in-depth introduction to the various functional aspects of Delphi development, with rich examples. The COM development section thoroughly discusses ActiveX, Office automation programming, COM-based drag-and-drop technology, and COM-based database application development examples. The Shell programming section describes the programming techniques of Windows Shell extensions that have not been publicly disclosed, seamlessly integrating programs with the Windows Shell and showcasing the fascinating world inside the operating system. The IDE extension section explains how to develop powerful auxiliary development tools that enhance work efficiency using the OpenToolsApi development interface. The VCL deep exploration section covers advanced development techniques for VCL interface libraries such as Action, DragDrop, Dock, and object-oriented interface utilization technology. It delves into VCL container classes, the powerful Web development framework Intraweb, and the ORMapping framework Bold. The classic patterns section introduces the 22 classic design patterns from GOF with Delphi implementations in VCL through practical examples. The IE extension section discusses advanced usage of IE interface extension, protocol extension, and DOM. The auxiliary tools section covers the use of powerful third-party auxiliary development tools such as the extreme programming testing tool DUnit and the performance analysis tool GpProfile. By reading this book, readers can fully utilize Delphi's powerful features to develop highly efficient Delphi/Kylix systems. This book is suitable for intermediate and advanced Delphi programmers, system designers, database programmers, and individuals interested in Delphi.