Re: where to start?

Bryan E. Cosnahan wrote:
>
> Where in the world do I start? I have C/C++ programming experience
> coupled with a little experience using Borland's Paradox.
>
> I would like to develop a server based muti-user application capable of
> handling 1 million + records accross over 30 - 40 tables. I am interest
> in RAD development capablities that allow low level control of serial
> ports and other system devices.
>
> I am unfamiliar with current database technology and trends.
>
> Can I develop server apps using a single computer? What's available?
> What's the best?
>
> What are the current standards for databases that will ensure portable
> and scalable apps?
>
> I'm lost in the wake of the database technology, but would like to catch
> the boat.
>
> Thanks,
> Bryan

Why not just go buy a copy of Oracle? Read the manual and put it together? That's what Oracle is for, there is no need to reinvent the wheel. Virtually any modern relational database will do what you want easily with good client and server software. I think before you "Catch the boat" you might want to test the water. A modern database program is NOT a trivial program. Once you setup a "shrink wrap" copy of one, you'll learn what all the pieces are. You'll be able to experiment with different configurations as well as learning what it takes to administer a client-server database. I think you need to learn to walk before you can run, especially if you have little training in relational database theory. They also have the "RAD" tools you desire (althought that removes you several steps from knowing whats really going on underneath).

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