---------------------------------------------------------------------- <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Mobile Generation Software >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This freeware application is brought to you by Mobile Generation Software. Mobile Generation Software was founded on the principle that the next generation of hardware and software will be the "Mobile Generation." MGS is committed to serving this new generation by providing end-to-end mobile computing solutions utilizing the 3Com PalmPilot through the following services: Custom PalmPilot Software Development PalmPilot Software and Accessory Integration PalmPilot sales, installation, and support PalmPilot Productivity Classes For more information on the services provided by Mobile Generation Software visit our site at www.mobilegeneration.com or contact info@mobilegeneration.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------- <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Simpledb v.5 >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ---------------------------------------------------------------------- Simpledb is a freeware database application for the PalmPilot which allows the user to create customized databases. Simpledb creates records with a heading and 5 fields and gives users the ability to add free-form notes to each record. The unregistered version only allows 5 records per database. For more information on Simpledb, please visit www.mobilegeneration.com As with any beta software, please be aware that there may be significant bugs in this software which may cause loss of data on your Pilot. Be sure to HotSync frequently to protect your data. Features: - Create a database - Modify the field names of the database - Create an record - a header and 5 fields - View all items in the database - Select a record and view its attributes and notes - Modify the attributes of a record - Delete a record and all of its notes - Add a note to a record - Edit an existing note of a record - Delete a note Limitations: - Depending on which characters, approx. 25 character max for all record fields - Depending on which characaters, approx. 8 character field names Known Problems: - Fatal error on editing long notes (300 + chrs) - Sometimes the category edit causes a DmWriteCheckFailed. Possible future upgrades include: - Sorting and searching items based on attributes - Cut and Paste text - Global find mechanism for the system find button - Possibly a conduit and Window NT/95 - database creation utility for windows --------------------------------------------------------------------------- <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< USAGE >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> --------------------------------------------------------------------------- Creating a database: Once the application opens, you will need to select or create a database. To create a database, click on the new button. Enter the database name in dialog box and click ok. The 'Category Edit' screen will show, so edit the database field names as necessary. Make sure you rename the database names accorsing to where you want them on the record. i.e. Field1, Field2, Header, etc. Click on OK, This is completed. Note that the way Pilot 1000,5000 edits categories is much different than how it is done on the PalmPilots. Select a database: In the Database list view, select the database yoy would like to enter by tapping on database name. This should take you to the Record List View. Delete a database: Select the database so you will be taken to the Record List View. From the menu, select Database -> delete database. This will delete the entire database from the PalmPilot. Creating an record: Tap the 'new' button on the Record List View. This will take you to the Record Edit View. Enter the record heading and 5 fields. Note - due to the design of the database to ensure flexability, attribte fields are expensive. Only enter the attributes that you will need to reference in the future. Tap on the 'done' button when finished. This will return you to the Record List View. View a Record and its Notes: While in the Record List View, select an record by tapping on it. This will take you to the Record View where you will see all the record fields and its notes. You will also be able to add or select a note from this view, or select Record > Edit Record from the menu. Editing the database field names From the Record List View select Database -> edit field names from the menu. The 'Category Edit' screen will show, so edit the database field names as necessary. Make sure you rename the database names accorsing to where you want them on the record. i.e. Field1, Field2, Header, etc. Click on OK, This is completed. Note that the edit category view on the Pilot 1000,5000 is much different than on the PalmPilots. Edit a record: While in the Record View (where you see the notes), select record->edit from the menu. This will take you to the Record edit view and populate the fields accordingly. Press 'done' once completed. Delete a Record: While in the Record View (so you can see the notes), select the menu Record -> delete. The Record and all its fields and notes will be deleted from the database. You will be returned to the Record List View. Note Creation: While in the Record List View, tap on the 'New Note' button. This will go to a the Note Edit view. Enter any information that you wish, and hit 'done'. Edit an Existing Note: While in the Record list view, select the note to edit by tapping on the note title. This will take you to the Note Edit View and populate the note field accordingly. When finished editing the note, tap the 'Done' button. Delete a Note: While in the Record view, select the note to edit by tapping on the note title. This will take you to the Note Edit View and populate the note field accordingly. Select the menu Note -> Delete to delete the note. Or, remove the entire contents of the note and tap 'Done' ------------------------------------------------------------------------- <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< MODIFICATIONS >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------- v.5 beta Fixed a bug that allowed users to edit in the record view form. Small UI changes Changed Simpledb to FREEWARE! v.41 beta Fixed bugs associated with dissapearing record fields and note list scroll problems. v.4 beta This version added the ability to - create 10 custom databases - edit an existing record - fixed scroll problems - some modifications to UI for flexability V .2.0 beta Basic Simpledb functionality ------------------------------------------------------------------------ <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Misc Information >>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Files In This Archive: simpledb.prc - the Simpledb PalmPilot executable file readme.txt - this text file Installing Simpledb: Run the Memory application on your Pilot to verify that 18K of free memory is available. Use the INSTAPP.EXE (Windows) or InstallApp (Mac) program to install the Simpledb prc (included with this readme.txt) file on your Pilot. HotSync your Pilot to complete the installation. Removing Simpledb: Run the Memory application and tap the "Delete apps" button. Select the Simpledb app and tap the "Delete" button. Distribution: This version of Simpledb is freeware. You may use and distribute this archive as long both of the files remain intact and unchanged. Standard Disclaimers Apply: Although care has been taken to insure a bug-free program, I will not be help responsible for any malfunctions as a result of the use of this program. Comments, Criticisms, and Suggestions: Send to: Mobile Generation Software PO Box 595762 Dallas, TX. 75359 Via email: Internet - info@mobilegeneration.com Visit the Simpledb Site at: www.mobilegeneration.com