Visual FoxPro Programming Design (Computer Applications in Higher Education)

Author: Li Zhenli
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Publish Date: 2006-09-01
Features: This book is a comprehensive textbook with a broad scope and strong practicality. Based on the requirements of the Ministry of Education for computer foundation teaching in non-computer majors, it aims to enhance practical skills, primarily focusing on the fundamentals of Visual FoxPro. Using general components of management systems as tools and cases, it introduces the basic theories of relational databases and the programming methods of management information systems. The book consists of 11 chapters, covering database fundamentals, basic knowledge of Visual FoxPro, basic statements, functions, syntax, procedural programming methods, object-oriented design methods, design methods for various data maintenance programs, query programs, statistical programs, etc. It particularly provides a detailed introduction to the Small System 3.0, a general-purpose component library developed by the author, as well as methods for building personal systems. The content progresses from basic to applied knowledge, enabling readers to first master the skills of designing standalone management information systems independently, then build on this foundation for further in-depth study and lay a solid groundwork for advanced learning. The accompanying CD-ROM includes "Component Library Small System 3.0," "Full-Text Search System for VFP Commands and Functions," self-assessment tests, exercises with answers, video demonstrations, student slides, and selected course designs (Note: The programs included in the CD-ROM of this book are strictly prohibited from being used in any other publications). Additionally, teaching slides for instructors can be downloaded from the Tsinghua University Press website. This book can serve as a textbook for non-computer majors in colleges and universities, a reference for computer majors and non-research personnel, and is also suitable for computer users and beginners in computer technology.