Book Excerpt

Application of Optimization Tools

Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:00:00 EDT

Sybase ASE 15 supports the use of many optimization techniques and tools. The use of these tools requires an expert level of understanding since improper application of query optimization tools can degrade performance for ASE as a whole. In this excerpt, the following optimization techniques are discussed from a standpoint of how to recognize problems resulting from the improper application of optimization strategies in ASE 15.

Synchronizing in SQL Anywhere 9

Sun, 21 Jan 2007 18:15:00 EST

Distribution of data is the physical storage of data in different locations with access provided to the necessary data regardless of its location. Sometimes data is distributed for historical reasons; for example, when separate applications use different software and hardware. Sometimes data is distributed for a specific purpose: to speed up access by moving it closer to the end user, to improve reliability in the face of network failure, or because network connections are only occasionally available.

OLE - Extending the Capabilities of PowerBuilder

Mon, 16 Jan 2006 13:45:00 EST

This two-part article provides a primer on OLE, some practical examples of its use, and demonstrates some methods for addressing the limitations of PowerBuilder's implementation of OLE.

Book Excerpt: OLE

Wed, 16 Nov 2005 09:00:00 EST

Using Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) from PowerBuilder - whether in OLE Automation or the use of ActiveX controls - has long been a source of frustration for many PowerBuilder developers.

Book Excerpt: Sybase Adaptive Server Anywhere

Tue, 18 Oct 2005 16:45:00 EDT

Sybase's Adaptive Server Anywhere (ASA) is a small footprint, low maintenance database designed for mobile, embedded, personal and workgroup settings. In spite of its compact nature, it still provides all the 'big iron' features, such as replication, synchronization, and Java in the database.

IBM & Informix

Fri, 09 Sep 2005 17:00:00 EDT

In this article we'll discuss connectivity requirements, Informix-specific data type processing, and the use of Informix stored procedures within the PowerBuilder environment.

PowerBuilder & Informix

Fri, 05 Aug 2005 11:00:00 EDT

In this article we'll discuss connectivity requirements, Informix-specific data type processing, and the use of Informix stored procedures within the PowerBuilder environment.

Working with the Enterprise Portal

Wed, 29 Jun 2005 11:00:00 EDT

An enterprise portal is the converged 'hub' of multiple, complementary information management solutions, including document and content management, information search and retrieval, knowledge management, team collaboration, workflow, and business intelligence.

Working with the Enterprise Portal

Mon, 09 May 2005 12:00:00 EDT