AquaFold Releases Enterprise Sybase, MS SQL, Oracle, Server Database Administration Tools for Windows, Linux and OSX

AquaFold, Inc. has released Aqua Data Studio 6.5, a powerful upgrade to its already versatile, multi-platform application that provides complete database administration and query tools for Oracle, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Sybase, Informix, and PostgreSQL on Linux, OSX and Windows. Within this single application, database managers can save time and money in the design, development and maintenance of enterprise relational databases.

Version 6.5 includes new Source Control Support for Subversion and CVS. With Source Control, multiple users can store, check in and update scripts and other files from within Aqua Data Studio, eliminating the need for other versioning software. This will free system memory, and create a more efficient server update process. ADS also now has a SQL Debugger for Sybase and Oracle which allows users to locate and eliminate problems in SQL statements, eliminating the rigorous searching usually required to locate and correct errors in Sybase and Oracle.

One of the most powerful new features added to the Query Analyzer is its Excel supported Grids, Pivot Grids and Graphs/Charts which allow the grouping and summarizing of selected columns and rows of data into reports. Pivot Grids and Graphs display on multi-level split-panes which allow full control over size configurations persisting over multiple runs of the same query in the same query panel. Their configurations are saveable and reloadable into existing pivot tables for quick and efficient access later. The results can be visualized in three dimensional, fully rotatable graphs, and can be exported directly to, and from, Excel.

Version 6.5 includes a complete set of enhancements for Schema, Directory and File difference tools, including Object Permissions, Filtering by File Size, Background Processing, Refresh, Data Compare, Save as HTML, Preview in Browser, Difference Count and, for File Diff, the ability to Drag & Drop files into the tool. There is also a new Results Difference tool which gives users the ability to view differences between two result sets obtained from either the same or two different queries. The Results Difference tool also allows users to view where columns and rows have been added or deleted and where cells have been edited in different result sets.

In addition, there is now support for auto-completion across multiple databases which allows users to complete a table in a database other than the one they are currently working in. Users can now share the autocompletion schema data across different query windows through the new Global Auto Completion Cache which increases speed by minimizing memory consumption. There are a variety of client side command enhancements which are supported by Query Analyzer scripts, and a new Morph to Delimited List which allows users to convert a block of text into a delimited list with the appropriate options for completing a query or other documentation.

Aqua Data Studio 6.5 is available for immediate download at http://www.aquafold.com/downloads.html A complete list of new features and descriptions may be viewed at http://www.aquafold.com/features_6_5.html The cost of a single-user commercial license is $399(USD). Multi-license purchase discounts are also available and can be viewed here http://aquafold.com/licensing.html

About AquaFold, Inc.
AquaFold, Inc. is a provider of software tools for relational databases. More than 300,000 users from over 90 different countries use AquaFold's products to design, develop and administer databases in Oracle and other popular programs. For more information visit http://www.aquafold.com

Source: PRWeb

Warm Your Winter with Cocoa Bootcamp, January 14-18, 2008

Warm your winter with Cocoa Bootcamp, January 14-18, 2008.

Big Nerd Ranch, Inc., leading provider of intensive training classes for system administrators and programmers, announced the first offering of its 2008 schedule of classes with Cocoa Bootcamp. This widely acclaimed Cocoa training class offers an intensive immersion into the world of Cocoa development. More importantly, this class incorporates enhancements from the release of the Leopard edition of Mac OS X so that students attending the class will emerge skilled with the most current and relevant training available on Cocoa programming.

"The timing for our January Bootcamp could not be better," said Cocoa Bootcamp instructor, Aaron Hillegass. "Many people greet the new year by setting new goals. Making Cocoa Bootcamp your New Year's resolution is an attainable goal that will equip you with the skills to further your career and make 2008 ripe with professional possibilities. This confluence of events is so fortuitous that, if I was into astrology, I would also say, 'Buy a lottery ticket!'"

The five-day, intensive Cocoa training class provides the most comprehensive Cocoa instruction available, providing in-depth coverage of fundamentals (including an overview of Objective-C) to advanced subject areas such as Xcode 3.0, Interface Builder, Core Data, and OpenGL. While no previous experience in Cocoa is required, the class assumes that the student is familiar with some type of object-oriented programming like Java or C++. Students emerging from the class will demonstrate mastery in the following key areas:

• Ability to write complex applications for Mac OS X 10.5
• Mastery of Interface Builder and Xcode
• Ability to find and understand the online documentation
• Experience with the most common classes in the frameworks
• Clear comprehension of the design patterns used in Cocoa
• Ability to recognize several common idioms of the Cocoa community

The complete class description is available at http://bignerdranch.com/classes/cocoa.shtml

Students interested in attending the class should sign up now, as Cocoa Bootcamp has been selling out throughout 2007.

Aaron Hillegass has honed his skills as a software engineer, developer, trainer and author over the past eighteen years. His work with Apple Computer, Inc. and NeXT Software Inc. as senior trainer and curriculum developer imbued him with the skills needed to launch the Big Nerd Ranch, Inc. and to develop his consulting work for companies as diverse as Cogent Design, Nortel Networks and United Parcel Service. He has translated his knowledge into the book that has become the gold standard for Cocoa developers, 'Cocoa Programming for Mac OS X,' which also serves as the course textbook.

The Big Nerd Ranch incorporates intensive training classes for Unix and Mac OS X programmers and system administrators in a retreat setting outside Atlanta, GA. Class price of $3500 includes lodging, all meals, original instruction materials, 24-hour lab access, and ground transportation to and from the Atlanta airport. Students are encouraged to bring independent projects to class, allowing for input from classmates and individual instructor attention. For more information, call 678-595-6773 or visit http://www.bignerdranch.com

Source: PRWeb

Warm Your Mug with Cocoa Bootcamp, October 1-5, 2007

In order to meet escalating demand for superior quality Cocoa training, Big Nerd Ranch, Inc., premier provider of intensive five-day training classes for programmers, system administrators, and web developers, announced today another Cocoa Bootcamp class for the fall. The class, scheduled for October 1-5, 2007, comes on the heels of the September class, which sold out shortly after the dates were released. The ever-increasing popularity of Cocoa Bootcamp is clear evidence of Apple's rapidly growing market share; a trend Steve Jobs announced at the recent WWDC. The class, which boasts the talents of the legendary Aaron Hillegass, features the most in-depth Cocoa training available and uniquely satisfies both the needs of novice Cocoa programmers and those of experienced Cocoa developers seeking a deeper understanding of Cocoa.

"While I am not saying there is a correlation between the crowds lining up to purchase Ms. Rowling's latest book and sold-out Cocoa Bootcamp classes, it does make one wonder," mused Aaron Hillegass, Cocoa Bootcamp instructor. "At the very least it demonstrates that people will go to any length to experience excellence. Cocoa Bootcamp provides that opportunity and opens students' eyes to the magic and possibility not only within Cocoa programming, but within themselves and the power of their own creativity."

Over five days, Aaron brings his own brand of Cocoa wizardry to the instruction of core and advanced principles of Cocoa programming. While students are not required to be familiar with Cocoa or working on Macs, they are expected to have some background in an object-oriented language like Java, C++, Python or Ruby. The class is fast-paced and intense as it traverses a lot of Cocoa territory. After a preliminary crash course in Objective-C, the class moves onto the key competencies required of any Cocoa programmer worth his/her salt:

• Mastering Interface Builder and Xcode
• The Objective-C language
• Using CoreData and binding in the creation of sophisticated applications
• Custom drawing and event handling
• Adding sheets, formatting, printing, drag and drop, and dynamic menu items to an application

Aaron Hillegass's seminal work, 'Cocoa Programming on Mac OS X,' provides the text for the class. This class is being taught on Mac OS X 10.4 and Xcode 2.3, but the new Leopard edition will be discussed during class.

Read more about Cocoa Bootcamp at http://bignerdranch.com/classes/cocoa.shtml

The Big Nerd Ranch incorporates intensive training classes for Unix and Mac OS X programmers and system administrators in a retreat setting outside Atlanta, GA. Class price of $3500 includes lodging, all meals, original instruction materials, 24-hour lab access, and ground transportation to and from the Atlanta airport. Students are encouraged to bring independent projects to class, allowing for input from classmates and individual instructor attention. For more information, call 678-595-6773 or visit www.bignerdranch.com.

Source: PRWeb

Perl Dev Kit 7.0 Beta 2 now available

ActiveState is excited to announce the release of Perl Dev Kit 7.0 Beta 2. Check out new and improved features for easily testing, creating and deploying Perl applications.

Download Perl Dev Kit 7.0 Beta 2 now.

Note that this build is of beta quality and hence not recommended for full daily use.

New in Perl Dev Kit 7.0 Beta 2

Coverage and Hotspot Analyzer: Analyze code coverage and hotspots in Perl programs and test suites. Test different versions or revisions of a program and compare them visually, or compare different test runs on the same code.

Mac OS X Support: PerlApp, Filter Builder and the new Coverage and Hotspot Analyzer are now available for Mac OS X.

64-Bit Support: 64-bit command line versions of PerlApp are available for Linux (x64), Solaris (Sparc) and Windows (x64). 64-bit command line versions of PerlCtrl, PerlSvc and PerlTray are also included in the Windows builds.

Improved 32-Bit Support: The GUI interface to PerlApp, Filter Builder, and the Coverage and Hotspot Analyzer are available for Solaris 10 on Intel (x86) and AIX 5.x. The command line version of PerlApp is available for HP-UX on Itanium.

Visual Package Manager (VPM): VPM has been superseded by the native PPM4 GUI included in ActivePerl 819 and later.

Known Issues

Installation of the Perl Dev Kit fails if attempted on a network mapped drive.

The installer does not prevent you from installing on top of another PDK installation.

Installing into a new directory is strongly recommended.

The .NET Framework needs to be installed before the PDK. Otherwise PerlNET will not be installed.

Licensing

Perl Dev Kit 7.0 Beta 2 has a built-in license that will expire in six weeks. We'll have a new build for you to play with before then.

This beta release can be installed side-by-side with a PDK 6 release version as long as it's installed in a separate directory. The installer does this by default.

Download PDK 7.0 Beta 2 now.

March to Success with Cocoa Bootcamp, March 12-16, 2007

Atlanta, GA - January 25, 2007 -- Big Nerd Ranch, Inc., the premier provider of intensive training for open source programmers and system administrators, announced today a second winter offering of its popular Cocoa Bootcamp for March 12-16, 2007. The February class sold out quickly to developers anxious to add Cocoa programming to their repertoire, spurring the addition of a new class to the schedule to accommodate the demand.

Big Nerd Ranch founder Aaron Hillegass credits part of this explosive demand for Cocoa training to Apple's recent announcements at MacWorld of a dramatic increase in market share. "As Apple's market share continues to increase, the demand for Cocoa programming skills is growing," Aaron said in response to the announcement. "To accommodate this demand, we are adding another opportunity for programmers to get into our Cocoa Bootcamp."

The five-day, intensive class provides the most comprehensive training available for Cocoa developers. The class covers a spectrum of topics, from lessons building on Cocoa fundamentals to more advanced topics that create a well-rounded Cocoa programmer. While no previous experience in Cocoa is required, the class assumes that the student is familiar with some type of object-oriented programming like Java, C++ or Objective-C. The class is taught on Mac OS X 10.4 and Xcode 2.4 with extensive attention given to Core Data.

Students emerging from the class will be able to:

• Write complex applications for Mac OS X
• Demonstrate fluency in Objective-C
• Demonstrate aptitude in Interface Builder and Xcode
• Find and understand the online dictionary
• Demonstrate experience with the most common classes in the frameworks
• Understand the design patterns used in Cocoa
• Recognize several common idioms in the Cocoa community

Aaron Hillegass has honed his skills as a software engineer, developer, trainer and author over the past eighteen years. His work with Apple Computer, Inc. and NeXT Software Inc. as senior trainer and curriculum developer imbued him with the skills needed to launch the Big Nerd Ranch, Inc. and to develop his consulting work for companies as diverse as Cogent Design, Nortel Networks and United Parcel Service. He has translated his knowledge into the book that has become the standard-bearer for Cocoa developers, "Cocoa Programming for Mac OS X," which also serves as the course textbook.

To view the complete syllabus, please visit http://bignerdranch.com/classes/cocoa.shtml

The Big Nerd Ranch incorporates intensive training classes for Unix and Mac OS X programmers in a retreat setting outside Atlanta, GA. Class price of $3500 includes lodging, all meals, original instruction materials, 24-hour lab access, and transportation to and from the Atlanta airport. Students are encouraged to bring independent projects to class, allowing for input from classmates and individual instructor attention. For more information, call 678-595-6773 or visit www.bignerdranch.com.

Source: PRWeb