Getting Started with dbExpress

By: Martin Rudy

Abstract: One of the many data connectivity options for the Borland RAD products is dbExpress.This set of drivers and components provide connectivity to databases for the Windows, Microsoft .NET Framework, and Linux platforms. This presentation provides an introduction to using the dbExpress technology and some tricks and techniques to make your database development easier. We also cover features beyond basic data retrieval and updating.

Martin Rudy is the president of R&R Consulting, a firm specializing in Delphi application development, consulting, and training. He was the Paradox Advisory Board Chairman for the 1992 Borland Database Conference, an advisory board member of the first and second International Paradox User's Conference in 1990 and 1991 and the 1995 BDC, and selected as a speaker for all of the Borland Conferences. Martin is co-author of InfoWorld's "Power Programming Secrets" book series for Paradox DOS and Paradox for Windows, and co-author of "Delphi In-depth." He is also a certified Delphi developer and trainer.

mrudy@isomedia.com

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