> I am still at step 2 but don't understand step 3. I can see more > difficulties looming. Am I following the best path to learn db > applications in Lazarus?
Some of the pages in this online book preview might be helpful. It's Delphi/Kylix oriented but many of the same principles apply: http://books.google.com/books?id=Y98Y4qJpH8gC&printsec=frontcover&dq=tdataset+tdatasource There are many other books on this subject and I'd suggest doing some reading before trying to create a db app. Since you've already got your database installed and the sqldb connection working, a little study is a sound investment that can prepare you to use the db-aware components for displaying data from your connection, query and datasource chain. It's actually an easy process that basically involves by dropping the data aware visual components on the form and hooking them up using the object inspector. These components work during design time, so you can verify that the db components are operational without having to compile your app. -Tom _______________________________________________ Lazarus mailing list Lazarus@lazarus.freepascal.org http://www.lazarus.freepascal.org/mailman/listinfo/lazarus