Re: Alternative To WebDNA?
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It keeps the original formatting.
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texte = Taipan wrote: > I am about to be commissioned to develop an intranet solution for a > local MNC. I presented a mock-up model using WebDNA as the backend > database and Flash as the GUI for the front end. Won the shoot-off with > 3 other vendors and now I have 3 months to roll-out after I submit the > final contract for sign-off. > > Here is one of my question ....Is it really safe for me to use WebDNA > (planning to buy another license since the client wants to own > everything on their box)? I have been using WebDNA when it was > WebCatalog and have always remained in the shadows of this talklist > (Great bunch of guys n gals here .. I might add). Recently, there has > been so much talk of the lack of or no support, the end of the road for > WebDNA and numerous negative publicity. It is really getting me worried! > > I hate to imagine getting myself anchored with my client using WebDNA > for a 3 years contract with roll overs, only to find WebDNA disappearing > down the line. My client have numerous lawyers on their payroll and they > have nothing better to do so I am told which means ...they will enjoy > plucking my feathers if ever the shit hits the fan. > > The second part of my question ....Is there any similar alternative to > WebDNA? I have explored the WWW and so far I find that WebDNA is pretty > unique. One software ..all in, can serve all purpose, built in flat file > ram database, emailer and easy to use. Yes, there is CF, AJAX, Filemaker > Server, ROR and more but really ...none of them is like WebDNA and yes, > I really do love WebDNA. > > Looking forward to some feedback and many thanks in advance. > > Terry Nair > Prism4u LLC > > PS: Will the original fathers of WebCatalog please consider giving us > something like WebDNA ... Really hate to see WebDNA die without another > of its kind in place! Terry, The lack of response from SMSI is frustrating for us developers that are wanting it to be there in our career future. However, I guess I'd suggest to go ahead with it. It runs fine and will for quite some time. Also, SMSI hasn't actually stated what they are doing with it and I expect that eventually, someone will say something which could go any which way! I think a language's best value is how well the developer can speak it. If you've been using it since "webcatalog" you and the language are probably well acquainted, and should probably stick with each other. What I am doing is continuing to use my language of choice (webdna) but learning other languages in the meantime. No reason to jump ship at this time that I can see... just keep one eye on another ship. Donovan -- =o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o DONOVAN D. BROOKE EUCA Design Center <- Web Development (specializing in eCommerce),-> <- Desktop Publishing, Print Consulting, Labels -> <- Glass Blowing, and Art Glass -> PH/FAX:> 1 (608) 835-2476 Web:> http://www.egg.bz | http://www.euca.us =o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o ------------------------------------------------------------- This message is sent to you because you are subscribed to the mailing list
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Taipan wrote: > I am about to be commissioned to develop an intranet solution for a > local MNC. I presented a mock-up model using WebDNA as the backend > database and Flash as the GUI for the front end. Won the shoot-off with > 3 other vendors and now I have 3 months to roll-out after I submit the > final contract for sign-off. > > Here is one of my question ....Is it really safe for me to use WebDNA > (planning to buy another license since the client wants to own > everything on their box)? I have been using WebDNA when it was > WebCatalog and have always remained in the shadows of this talklist > (Great bunch of guys n gals here .. I might add). Recently, there has > been so much talk of the lack of or no support, the end of the road for > WebDNA and numerous negative publicity. It is really getting me worried! > > I hate to imagine getting myself anchored with my client using WebDNA > for a 3 years contract with roll overs, only to find WebDNA disappearing > down the line. My client have numerous lawyers on their payroll and they > have nothing better to do so I am told which means ...they will enjoy > plucking my feathers if ever the shit hits the fan. > > The second part of my question ....Is there any similar alternative to > WebDNA? I have explored the WWW and so far I find that WebDNA is pretty > unique. One software ..all in, can serve all purpose, built in flat file > ram database, emailer and easy to use. Yes, there is CF, AJAX, Filemaker > Server, ROR and more but really ...none of them is like WebDNA and yes, > I really do love WebDNA. > > Looking forward to some feedback and many thanks in advance. > > Terry Nair > Prism4u LLC > > PS: Will the original fathers of WebCatalog please consider giving us > something like WebDNA ... Really hate to see WebDNA die without another > of its kind in place! Terry, The lack of response from SMSI is frustrating for us developers that are wanting it to be there in our career future. However, I guess I'd suggest to go ahead with it. It runs fine and will for quite some time. Also, SMSI hasn't actually stated what they are doing with it and I expect that eventually, someone will say something which could go any which way! I think a language's best value is how well the developer can speak it. If you've been using it since "webcatalog" you and the language are probably well acquainted, and should probably stick with each other. What I am doing is continuing to use my language of choice (webdna) but learning other languages in the meantime. No reason to jump ship at this time that I can see... just keep one eye on another ship. Donovan -- =o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o DONOVAN D. BROOKE EUCA Design Center <- Web Development (specializing in eCommerce),-> <- Desktop Publishing, Print Consulting, Labels -> <- Glass Blowing, and Art Glass -> PH/FAX:> 1 (608) 835-2476 Web:> http://www.egg.bz | http://www.euca.us =o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o=o ------------------------------------------------------------- This message is sent to you because you are subscribed to the mailing list . To unsubscribe, E-mail to: To switch to the DIGEST mode, E-mail to Web Archive of this list is at: http://webdna.smithmicro.com/
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