We begin with a no-cost evaluation of your requirements.  If the evaluation meets your approval we can continue with a more detailed estimate

Design. Design. Design - This is our Mantra when developing new applications. Our process begins by gathering specifications from the client so that we fully understand the requirements of the Software. A full understanding of the requirements leads to shorter development time and a better product.

Our Second phase is designing the Data Model and choosing the appropriate Database. Very often FoxPro's native database is sufficient.  Larger businesses may require SQL server.  We work with you to determine which is best.

Our third phase is the application development.  We choose an appropriate framework for the application and develop the user interfaces using our in-house tools to speed development.

What is a Framework?

A Framework can be likened to a Template.  It is a FoxPro system that contains code that is used most often for example saving and editing of data. Our Frameworks each have their unique benefits - from flexibility of the Interface to speed of development - We choose the correct Framework for the project based on the information gathered during the design phase.

We also have experience working with the following Commercial Frameworks:

• Visual MaxFrame

• Codebook

• Visual Fox Express

What are In House Tools?

Over time we have developed in house tools that allow us to add functionality to your application.  These tools include but are no limited to:

• A Reporting package that allows the user to manipulate reports in both FoxPro and Crystal Reports.

• Microsoft Word Automation - The ability to add information from your database directly into word documents for mail merges and reporting

• Microsoft Excel Automation - The ability to send information to and gather information from Excel

• Microsoft Map point Automation - The Ability to display information in MS Map point

Small Business Software

For small businesses that do not require Information to be published to a Web Site in real time we recommend the following Strategy:

• Microsoft Visual FoxPro Application

• Microsoft Visual FoxPro Back end

 Benefits:

• No licensing fees for the Database or users

• FoxPro Application Development is faster and Cheaper than other languages

• We use our tools and Frameworks to ensure faster development

• Utilizing our framework the application can be upsized easily to SQL Server

Mid-Sized to Large Businesses

Medium Sized Businesses requiring updates to their Web Site in Real Time or integration with Corporate Databases:

• Visual FoxPro Front End Application

• ASP.NET Web application

• SQL Server database shared between both applications

Benefits:

• Database can be located on a Remote Server

• FoxPro Development is faster and cheaper 

• Business Logic Developed for the FoxPro application can be leverage for the ASP Application.

• FoxPro business objects can be run under .NET

• Applications we produce use an nTier approach.  This allows our applications to be converted to .NET with minimal work to the Business Objects that drive the application.

Contact Us:

We offer free initial consultation with no obligation.  If you have questions about Software development please feel free to contact us: