PowerBuilder Programming Tutorial (New Concept Textbooks for Higher Vocational and Technical Education in the 21st Century)

Author: Liu Daben, Editor-in-Chief
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Publish Date: 2004-09-01
Features: This book provides a detailed discussion on the composition, language, events, and functions of PowerBuilder 8.0. The content covers development environments, PowerScript language, databases, application objects, windows, window controls, menus, data windows, program development and deployment, user objects, and advanced applications of PowerBuilder. In addition to introducing basic knowledge, the book also explains the fundamental methods and techniques for developing PowerBuilder applications. After completing this book, readers will be able to independently develop PowerBuilder database applications. The book highlights three key features of PowerBuilder: its client/server architecture, object-oriented programming philosophy, and visual development environment. The book emphasizes practical application, clear organization, and is suitable for undergraduate and vocational college students. It can also serve as a self-study textbook. Free electronic teaching materials are provided to instructors, and those interested can download them from www.waterpub.com.cn or contact Beijing Wanshui Information Technology Co., Ltd., Tel: (010) 82564395.