PowerBuilder 8.0 Programming Practical Techniques and Cases (with CD-ROM)

Author: Zhu Aimin
Publisher: Tsinghua University Press
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Features: This book centers on large-scale practical cases, combining introductions to the new features and interface of PowerBuilder 8.0, systematically explaining the application and techniques of PowerBuilder 8.0 and its core technology, DataWindow, in development. The examples in the book are all mature commercial applications, including two large-scale examples—the application framework example and the custom DataWindow example using DataWindow, three large-scale general-purpose programs, and five technique-based applications. The example scripts are richly annotated, with thorough analysis of thought processes and clever implementation techniques. The book consists of 9 chapters, covering the following content:
The Wonderful World of PowerBuilder 8.0;
PowerScript Language, Environment, and Pitfall Examples;
Object-Oriented Programming and Development Process in PowerBuilder 8.0;
Constructing a Large-Scale Application Framework Example;
Custom Report System Example—Basic Implementation;
Custom Report System Example—Function Improvement;
Custom Report System Example—In-depth Design;
Design of General-Purpose Programs;
Other Application Examples.
The appendices of the book include:
Reader Classification Reading Guide;
Index of Key Knowledge Points;
DataWindow Palette Functions;
Other Events in PowerBuilder.
This book emphasizes practicality, is rich in content, illustrated with visuals, features vivid examples, and uses easy-to-understand language. It can serve as both an introductory and interest-driven read for beginners, as well as a resource for advanced learners to enhance and expand their knowledge. Additionally, it is a valuable reference book for database software development professionals.