Preparing ODBC data sources
The first step in connecting to an ODBC data source is preparing the
data source. This ensures that you are able to connect to the data source
and use your data in PowerBuilder.
You prepare to use a data source outside PowerBuilder before you
start the product, define the data source, and connect to it. The
requirements differ for each data source, but in general, preparing to use
a data source involves the following steps.
To prepare to use an ODBC data source with PowerBuilder:
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If network software is required to access the data source, make
sure it is properly installed and configured at your site and on the
client workstation. -
If database software is required, make sure it is properly
installed and configured on your computer or network server. -
Make sure the required data files are present on your computer
or network server. -
Make sure the names of tables and columns you want to access
follow standard SQL naming conventions.Avoid using blank spaces or database-specific reserved words in
table and column names. Be aware of the case-sensitivity options of
the DBMS. It is safest to use all uppercase characters when naming
tables and columns that you want to access in PowerBuilder. -
If your database requires it, make sure the tables you want to
access have unique indexes. -
Install both of the following using the PowerBuilder Setup
program:-
The ODBC driver that accesses your data source
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The ODBC interface
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