Repetitive tasks are nothing new to a developer. Writing ADO interface code is one of these tasks. In this article David R. K. DeLoveh shows us how to write code to generate code for calling stored procedures in SQL Server 7.
Developer Stephan Onisick shows us how to create a standalone/custom recordset and use its organizational ability to perform logical tasks with data without connecting to a database. This article uses a small application written using VBScript, ADO 2.1, and an Excel spreadsheet to record and print computer expenses for tax preparations. The standalone recordset is saved in XML format, and the file can be updated with new data simply by reopening as a recordset and using normal recordset methods.
This short code shows how to establish an ADO connection over the Internet. (Added: 1-Mar-2000)
It's essential to know the differences in these libraries and use them correctly. This brief tutorial will guide you.
Sooner or later you'll need to find out about, and deal with, the various storage devices ("drives") available in your system.
After you've read this article, you're well on your way to becoming a Visual Basic developer.
Learn about two common influence techniques, compliance and conformity, as well as how to design for them.
