What is the best developement tool for me?

Hello,

Please let me know if there is a more appropriate group for me to address my question.

[Quoted] My company is thinking of installing an Oracle Server and I'm planning on trying out a new development platform and I need help choosing. I have been using FoxPro.

I want to use a language such as C++ that is type-safe, has good rules of scope, has good Object Oriented capabilities, is widely used, and is very flexible. I need a package that can develop Win3.1 executables, has good visual programming capabilities for speed in development, and produces stable applications. I also want to learn to use something that I *know* will make me a valuable asset to this or any future employers.

Please help me find on a good tool that you think would be most appropriate for me.

My programming experience started about one and a half years ago. Since then I have learned the basics of C/C++, Java, Xbase and SQL. I have used xbase, and SQL with Visual FoxPro 3.0 most extensively as I've been using VFP for the last year to make semi-complex data-entry screens for various one to ten month outbound tele-service projects.

I know I like C++ much more than xbase, so I've been thinking of trying out Borland C++Builder. I've had trouble finding a version that works with Windows3.1. though. I've also looked into Power Builder a little bit and actually have a used copy on hold at the local used book-store. Version 3 PowerBuilder packaged with the upgrade to Version 4 with all manuals for $60.00. Is that a good deal?

Thank you for your help.

--Ben Received on Mon Nov 17 1997 - 00:00:00 CET