SYWARE System Building Seminar

Do-It-Yourself Data Collection Using Visual CE

Overview - The Business Case For Mobile Deployment

• Timeliness
• Mobility
• Control
• Connectivity
• Accuracy

Platform Considerations - Hardware And Software Choices

• Microcomputers
• Tablet Computers
• Specialty Terminals
• Pocket PC's
• Input Devices
• Database Software
• Server - SQL, Oracle, etc.
• Workstation - Access

Database Design Fundamentals

• PC Database Structures
• Basic Database Design
• Naming Conventions
• Data Reduction
• Indexes

Database Application Components

• Database As An Application
• Reports
• Connecting Devices, Desktops and Servers
• PPC Tables
• PC Tables
• Server Tables
• Basic Synchronization

Overview Of SYWARE Software Tools

• Visual CE
• Report CE
• mEnable
• SerialLink
• How To Install Visual CE
• Visual CE Development Environment

Introduction To Programming With Visual CE

• Basic Forms
• Basic Controls
• Modifying Properties
• Basic Customization
• Forms Layout
• Sorts and Searches
• Basic Macros
• Security
• Testing
• Downloading
• Distribution Files

Most Used Controls Explained In Detail

• Edit Controls
• Labels
• Note Controls
• Check Boxes
• Scribble Boxes
• Radio Buttons
• Drop Down Lists
• Image Controls
• Timestamps
• Lookup Controls
• Calculated Fields
• Autonumbering
• Jumping
• Grid Controls

Advanced Techniques In Form Layout And Customization

• Events
• Deploying The Solution
• Tables - PPC, PC, Server Coordination
• Synchronization Settings
• mEnable and ActiveSync
• PPC Issues
• Report CE
• mEnable
• Specialty PPC Software - SerialLink

Wrap Up