how can i create a mini software using c++ or VB?

Question

i have already designed a form in VB, but i don't know how to connect it to the database..
and in c++, i don't know how to write the coding and compile it.. any help please??

Answer 1

Good answer from Dashes, but I want to expand on it a bit. There are several ways to connect to a Db, depending on how you want to use the data. Is an entire column going to display in a dropdown list or do you get one piece of data based on what you enter in another box? Also, which database you use is key. A connection string is specific to Access, or SQL Server or Oracle.

Look in your VB help section for database and connections, and how to use the ADO tool in your toolbox.

And like Dashes said..get a good book.

Answer 2

first of all, there is no amount of typing anyone is willing to do that will explain how to code and compile db-connected c++, or VB for that matter (at least in any nearly complete sense). the question you should ask is what books should you be reading on the subject. i recommend o'rilley

http://www.oreilly.com