[DUG] Suitable Database for XE2 Pro

[Colin Johnsun]

Hi Steve,

I don't know if you mean the IBX or IBO components, but I do remember
reading that Firebird 2.5 is supported though dbExpress.

http://edn.embarcadero.com/article/41570 (just search for 'Firebird')

In which case, you should be able to access Firebird using the
dbExpress/ClientDataSet combo.

Cheers,
Colin

On 16 January 2012 11:38, Steve Peacocke <steve at peacocke.net> wrote:
> Hi everyone,
>
> OK, reading the fine print it seems that XE Pro has taken away the ability
> to access Firebird as a part of it's abilities. Delphi 7 was better it
> seems.
>
> So, now that I have paid my hard earned for the Pro version, I want to be
> able to write programs in it (of course - I don't fork out $10 for a game,
> let alone over $700).
>
> The reason I was looking at FireBird was that it's a good client/server
> database and my customers could also use it as a local database without
> having to install the FireBird server - if they want to try out the program
> or use it solely on their own computer. If then they want to install it on
> their systems with the database on the server, they don't then have to fork
> out for a Server licence and user seat licences, just to run my little
> program.
>
> Getting 3rd party VCL components that will work for FireBird will cost more
> than Delphi itself. Does anyone have any suggestions that can result in the
> same thing? For example, I've been looking at SQLLite, DBISAM/ElevateDB,
> MySql and others, but not sure which will work with Delphi XE2 Pro, or the
> cost of the components.
>
> Suggestions anyone?
>
> Steve Peacocke
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