Book Description

Describes how to develop enterprise solutions Covers full development life cycle for PowerBuilder applications Covers testing and migration of PowerBuilder applications Includes working examples and source code Disk includes source code for tab folder interface, sample code using the ORCA API, and helpful developer utilities Advanced PowerBuilder 4 Techniques goes way beyond the scope of PowerBuilder documentation and most books on the subject, and covers all areas of version 4 including: Complete coverage of interfaces to other applications and systems, including Microsoft's Messaging API (MAPI), VIM, PVCS control software, the Open Repository CASE API (ORCA), and Windows SDK Three-tier architectures, TP monitors, and gateways Data pipelines, OLE 2, ODBC, and multiplatform issues About BSG BSG is a leading IT services company for the next generation. BSG's Stransformation (Strategy Transformed into Action) approach combines client/server systems integration, consulting, technology transfer, and education. Led by its Chairman and CEO, Steven G. Papermaster, BSG partners with companies worldwide in applying emerging technologies to meet changing business needs. Founded in 1987, BSG now has seven offices throughout the United States.Everything you need to know about PowerBuilder(r) version 4, the latest release of the most popular development tool for high-performance client/server applications. Advanced PowerBuilder 4 Techniques is the ultimate insider's guide to developing PowerBuilder applications. Written by a team with extensive experience in software development, this essential resource gives you access to the advanced tips and techniques usually discovered only after accumulating years of programming experience. Programmers, systems developers, and project managers will find this book indispensable in developing powerful object-based database applications with PowerBuilder version 4.