Software

Working With MySQL (Open Source RDBMS) and PHP
Open Source Foundation (OpenSource.org) is instrumental in evolution of several Open Source applications including MySQL, PHP, etc. The article provides a step-by-step way of working with MySQL, the most widely used Open Source relational database management system (RDBMS).

Working with Standard and ActiveX .exe projects
Primarily intended for beginners in desktop applications programming using Visual Basic, this article discusses differences between Standard exe and ActiveX exe applications with examples. Interacting with Active X exe from within a Standard exe is also provided.

Configuring and Using MySQL from Windows Operating System
The article provides a detailed overview of configuring, connecting, and working with MySQL database from a Windows Operating System such as Windows XP, Win 7, etc. using MyODBC. The MySQL database is available free, and offered under GPL and widely used.

Microsoft Visual Basic – Drag-n-Drop Program
Microsoft Visual Basic is one of the most widely used programming language for desktop applications. The article provides with code, an advanced feature of the VB programming language, i.e. drag-and-drop feature. Example program is available for download. The article is useful for VB programmers trying to use drag-n-drop method.

Microsoft VB.NET – Drag-n-Drop Program
Microsoft VB.NET is one of the fastest growing programming language for desktop and web-based applications. The article provides with code, an advanced feature of the VB.NET programming language, i.e. drag-and-drop feature. Example program is available for download. The article is useful for VB.NET programmers trying to use drag-n-drop method.