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    Questions: 4th: VB to xBasic

    VB to XBasic code conversion
    ============================
    I don't suppose anyone has any pointers, examples, or links to this sort of
    thing to help the learning curve?

    Seems to me that a lot of VB/VBA devs may now be ready to tell MS 'to go forth and multiply' and start looking for alternatives. As I previously mentioned, A5 V10 seems to check all the right boxes for me, and I have a feeling this may be true for others.

    Biggest problem seems to be the syntax and know-how learning curve.

    I, for one, would happy to begin a regular dialog of posting info as I convert
    from VB to XBasic. This mostly applies to desktop apps, but, for example:

    * API calls
    * WMI calls (allow building unique User IDs based on hardware)
    * Methods to prevent cloned software and detect VMWare use
    * Preventing other license violations
    * On-the fly user activation/de-activation (great for trial/demo versions)
    * Trapping public IP address and real-time blocking

    For me, I don't mind sharing info and knowledge. I spent a few years with the
    independent Access forums back when MS appreciated the dialog (and it was called usenet, not twitter).

    If XBasic and A5 is the direction we go, it will be a commitment for several
    years and I have no problem giving back. Especially since it seems to me that
    the community here is kinda reminiscent of the Access community back in the day.

    Many thanks in advance,

    Gary
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    Re: Questions: 4th: VB to xBasic

    Hi Gary,

    Originally posted by GaryRockley View Post
    VB to XBasic code conversion
    ============================
    I don't suppose anyone has any pointers, examples, or links to this sort of
    thing to help the learning curve?
    Search the forum for Active X and declare and declarestruct

    Originally posted by GaryRockley View Post
    This mostly applies to desktop apps, but, for example:

    * API calls
    Search the forum for declare and declarestruct

    Originally posted by GaryRockley View Post
    * WMI calls (allow building unique User IDs based on hardware)
    Various built-in functions already return most of this data, a few you'd have to write your own, or purchase from 3rd party developers such as Cal Locklin or myself.

    Originally posted by GaryRockley View Post
    * Methods to prevent cloned software and detect VMWare use
    * Preventing other license violations
    * On-the fly user activation/de-activation (great for trial/demo versions)
    * Trapping public IP address and real-time blocking
    Again write your own and ask questions here when you run into problems, or purchase from 3rd party developers such as Cal Locklin or myself.

    Originally posted by GaryRockley View Post
    For me, I don't mind sharing info and knowledge.
    and this board is great for people giving and sharing knowledge. Search the code archives section and message board for code fragments and tips.
    Regards,

    Ira J. Perlow
    Computer Systems Design


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      #3
      Re: Questions: 4th: VB to xBasic

      Hi Gary,

      If you need information about translating vb api code into xbasic code, take a look at this site. There is a communication example of Named Pipes. First in VBA and later in Xbasic. It shows how you can communicate with Word/Excel and Alpha Five with Named Pipes. There are also examples how to use declare, declarestruct and onther information for accessing dll's in Xbasic. You'll find another example here.

      Have a nice time here and enjoy. Alpha Five IS at the moment the best Front-End alternative for all those other DB environments.
      Last edited by Marcel Kollenaar; 11-07-2009, 05:27 AM. Reason: Add another link
      Marcel

      I hear and I forget. I see and I remember. I do and I understand.
      ---- Confusius ----

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        #4
        Re: Questions: 4th: VB to xBasic

        Hi Ira,

        Many thanks for the response.

        Just to clarify, some the things I will need to convert from VB to xB (API Calls, WMI Inspects etc.) look realtively similar. Some will, no doubt, have quirks that need to be overcome.

        As I work though the conversion, I'd like to start a regular feedback of 'how to' - not only for the benefit of other vb devs switching to A5, but also for those A5 users who maybe avoided some of these tools (because they can appear cumbersome).

        Regards,

        Gary

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          Re: Questions: 4th: VB to xBasic

          Thanks Marcel,

          I'll give it a look.

          Regards,

          Gary

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