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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Mobile Generation Software >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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This freeware application is brought to you by Mobile Generation Software.
Mobile Generation Software was founded on the principle that the next
generation of hardware and software will be the "Mobile Generation." MGS is
committed to serving this new generation by providing end-to-end mobile
computing solutions utilizing the 3Com PalmPilot through the following services:
Custom PalmPilot Software Development
PalmPilot Software and Accessory Integration
PalmPilot sales, installation, and support
PalmPilot Productivity Classes
For more information on the services provided by Mobile Generation Software
visit our site at www.mobilegeneration.com or contact info@mobilegeneration.com
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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Simpledb v.5 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Simpledb is a freeware database application for the PalmPilot which
allows the user to create customized databases. Simpledb creates
records with a heading and 5 fields and gives users the ability to add
free-form notes to each record. The unregistered version only allows
5 records per database. For more information on Simpledb, please
visit
www.mobilegeneration.com
As with any beta software, please be aware that there may be
significant bugs in this software which may cause loss of data on your
Pilot. Be sure to HotSync frequently to protect your data.
Features:
- Create a database
- Modify the field names of the database
- Create an record - a header and 5 fields
- View all items in the database
- Select a record and view its attributes and notes
- Modify the attributes of a record
- Delete a record and all of its notes
- Add a note to a record
- Edit an existing note of a record
- Delete a note
Limitations:
- Depending on which characters, approx. 25 character max for all record fields
- Depending on which characaters, approx. 8 character field names
Known Problems:
- Fatal error on editing long notes (300 + chrs)
- Sometimes the category edit causes a DmWriteCheckFailed.
Possible future upgrades include:
- Sorting and searching items based on attributes
- Cut and Paste text
- Global find mechanism for the system find button
- Possibly a conduit and Window NT/95
- database creation utility for windows
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Creating a database:
Once the application opens, you will need to select or create a database.
To create a database, click on the new button. Enter the database name in dialog
box and click ok. The 'Category Edit' screen will show, so edit the database
field names as necessary. Make sure you rename the database names accorsing to
where you want them on the record. i.e. Field1, Field2, Header, etc. Click on OK,
This is completed. Note that the way Pilot 1000,5000 edits categories is much different
than how it is done on the PalmPilots.
Select a database:
In the Database list view, select the database yoy would like to enter by
tapping on database name. This should take you to the Record List View.
Delete a database:
Select the database so you will be taken to the Record List View. From the
menu, select Database -> delete database. This will delete the entire database from the
PalmPilot.
Creating an record:
Tap the 'new' button on the Record List View. This will take you to the
Record Edit View. Enter the record heading and 5 fields. Note - due to the design
of the database to ensure flexability, attribte fields are expensive. Only enter
the attributes that you will need to reference in the future. Tap on the 'done'
button when finished. This will return you to the Record List View.
View a Record and its Notes:
While in the Record List View, select an record by tapping on it. This
will take you to the Record View where you will see all the record fields and
its notes. You will also be able to add or select a note from this view, or select
Record > Edit Record from the menu.
Editing the database field names
From the Record List View select Database -> edit field names from the menu.
The 'Category Edit' screen will show, so edit the database field names as
necessary. Make sure you rename the database names accorsing to where you
want them on the record. i.e. Field1, Field2, Header, etc. Click on OK,
This is completed. Note that the edit category view on the Pilot 1000,5000
is much different than on the PalmPilots.
Edit a record:
While in the Record View (where you see the notes), select record->edit
from the menu. This will take you to the Record edit view and populate the fields
accordingly. Press 'done' once completed.
Delete a Record:
While in the Record View (so you can see the notes), select the menu
Record -> delete. The Record and all its fields and notes will be deleted
from the database. You will be returned to the Record List View.
Note Creation:
While in the Record List View, tap on the 'New Note' button. This will go to
a the Note Edit view. Enter any information that you wish, and hit 'done'.
Edit an Existing Note:
While in the Record list view, select the note to edit by tapping on the
note title. This will take you to the Note Edit View and populate the note field
accordingly. When finished editing the note, tap the 'Done' button.
Delete a Note:
While in the Record view, select the note to edit by tapping on the
note title. This will take you to the Note Edit View and populate the note field
accordingly. Select the menu Note -> Delete to delete the note. Or, remove the
entire contents of the note and tap 'Done'
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v.5 beta
Fixed a bug that allowed users to edit in the record view form.
Small UI changes
Changed Simpledb to FREEWARE!
v.41 beta
Fixed bugs associated with dissapearing record fields
and note list scroll problems.
v.4 beta
This version added the ability to
- create 10 custom databases
- edit an existing record
- fixed scroll problems
- some modifications to UI for flexability
V .2.0 beta
Basic Simpledb functionality
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<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Misc Information >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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Files In This Archive:
simpledb.prc - the Simpledb PalmPilot executable file
readme.txt - this text file
Installing Simpledb:
Run the Memory application on your Pilot to verify that 18K of free
memory is available.
Use the INSTAPP.EXE (Windows) or InstallApp (Mac) program to
install the Simpledb prc (included with this readme.txt) file
on your Pilot.
HotSync your Pilot to complete the installation.
Removing Simpledb:
Run the Memory application and tap the "Delete apps" button. Select
the Simpledb app and tap the "Delete" button.
Distribution:
This version of Simpledb is freeware. You may use and
distribute this archive as long both of the files remain intact
and unchanged.
Standard Disclaimers Apply:
Although care has been taken to insure a bug-free program, I
will not be help responsible for any malfunctions as
a result of the use of this program.
Comments, Criticisms, and Suggestions:
Send to:
Mobile Generation Software
PO Box 595762
Dallas, TX. 75359
Via email:
Internet - info@mobilegeneration.com
Visit the Simpledb Site at:
www.mobilegeneration.com