Wednesday, June 4, 2014

Analysis Of The Foxpro Programming

By Marci Glover


There are many classes of structural database programming languages. FoxPro is one of programs that are used for the development of relational databases. The programs boosts a number of unique features that have saw its use increase over the last few years. Microsoft introduced this application for use in the development of personal databases. Over the years, the application has been modified to meet the needs of commercial users too.

FoxPro was originally used with other classes of programs with a very complex syntax language. FoxPro programming has evolved over years. The database class of languages was based on a binary platform of coding. The programmers had to clearly understand how different operations were carried out first. In the process, a special top-down approach was adopted by the programmers. This called for a special understanding of all the systems.

The evolution of these coding languages is still in process. The Microsoft organization integrated the program into a couple of other data-centered applications. This facilitated the use of database engines. Through the complex integration, relational databases were established. Enhanced capabilities mean that more data could be handled by the program. This gave rise to high dynamic coding in the process. Security measures were boosted in the process as more data was being incorporated into the programs.

The elimination of top-down approach of database program development has been long overdue. Although the process of eliminating this concept has been slow, the adoption of a different approach posed more coding risks. Top-down approach and the use of binary coding made the project development more complex. A down-top approach replaced the rather complex concept. This approach eliminated the need to assess the machine platform before the actual program development. With this concept, any projects developed had to be modified to fit into any machine platform.

FoxPro also allows the use of structured programming. This is complemented by the down-top approach of coding. The structured programming allows for a large problem or a project be broken down into smaller components. The smaller units are then programmed in exclusion. This eases the complexity of programming. The risk of bug inclusion is also reduced in the process.

Internet integration has boosted the coding capabilities further. Special drop boxes are developed during the development of various projects and programs. These boxes are used for further system improvement during various periods. Any changes can be made from any location across the globe as long as one has a virtual access to a specified drop box. Changes and modifications are made after one has logged and accessed the structural tools in the programs.

Many of the loopholes that existed in the systems and gave the users a lot of security worries have been fixed. The incorporation of external security tools has also been very important. The users can now track all the activities taking place within a database by the use of audit trail and database monitors.

The level of user-friendliness of this language has also increased over the years. The use of binary language complicated the process of program development. This has been replaced by structural tools that guide one in the process of programming. Recent versions of FoxPro have automated the process of bug-correction especially for the beginners. Repeated lines of codes can also be automatically modified through the use of special code modifiers.




About the Author:




EmoticonEmoticon