Newbie: Mobile database app
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Hi all, I've been assigned the task of obtaining a number of handheld units. The idea is to write a some database app on them to facillitate mobile data collection. Then at the end of every day they upload (either by docking/wireless/phone) to a central server. Anybody any input to help me. At the moment I don't even know what platform to choose! Sounds like a common task - are there any good solutions out there already? Any advice welcome before I take the plunge. Cheers -- The Obliterator
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Hi all, I've been assigned the task of obtaining a number of handheld units. The idea is to write a some database app on them to facillitate mobile data collection. Then at the end of every day they upload (either by docking/wireless/phone) to a central server. Anybody any input to help me. At the moment I don't even know what platform to choose! Sounds like a common task - are there any good solutions out there already? Any advice welcome before I take the plunge. Cheers -- The Obliterator
That sounds like a very common request. And, really, most mobile platforms will fit the bill you need. My experience with the Pocket PC allows me to tell you that it does support a very interesting number of databases and connectivity methods. You can use Access, SQL Server, Oracle and many other db engines. As for connectivity, you have a full spectrum of access methods, Bluetooth-enabled GPRS, Wi-Fi, cradle, the works. So, it is an excellent choice.
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That sounds like a very common request. And, really, most mobile platforms will fit the bill you need. My experience with the Pocket PC allows me to tell you that it does support a very interesting number of databases and connectivity methods. You can use Access, SQL Server, Oracle and many other db engines. As for connectivity, you have a full spectrum of access methods, Bluetooth-enabled GPRS, Wi-Fi, cradle, the works. So, it is an excellent choice.
Thanks for your feedback... I think I'm going to go the Pocket PC route, just wanted to check nobody had hit any real headaches! Anybody know any durable units in the field? -- The Obliterator
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Thanks for your feedback... I think I'm going to go the Pocket PC route, just wanted to check nobody had hit any real headaches! Anybody know any durable units in the field? -- The Obliterator
It depends on the application type, but you can rely on HP and Symbol.
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It depends on the application type, but you can rely on HP and Symbol.
Well the handhelds will be used on the wards in a hospital for a new trial we're doing. I've fallen out with HP at the moment because of their appauling OfficeJet drivers and support so they'd be my last resort! :) I guess it couldn't hurt to look at their stuff though! -- The Obliterator