NetObjects Fusion X11 is a Web design and development tool for novice and experienced users. Depending on your needs as a developer, you can either utilize the built-in wizard features or dive deep into data management. One of the built-in components of NetObjects is the database component, which has the capability to simplify complex data tasks.
Database Management
When a user interacts with a Web page, there is a transfer of data. As an example, if a user enters his contact information into a Web form, that information is transferred to a remote server location for storage. Server management tools like Microsoft SQL, MySQL and Apache help a developer construct information storage called databases. Databases are tables that house data sets. Once the information is saved in a server database, it can be retrieved later for reporting. The communication between the Web page and the server is a complex operation. The NetObjects data component was developed to simplify this communication.
Server-Side Script
NetObjects has more than one database component. The components are categorized by the scripting language you choose. To communicate with a server database you need a server-side script. The server-side scripting language makes calls to the server to return, update, delete or create data. ASP, PHP and ColdFusion are examples of server-side scripting languages. NetObjects has a component for each of these technologies. Keep in mind that whatever language you decide to use will need to be installed on your server prior to developing a Web page with the NetObjects database component.
Using the Database Component
The NetObjects database component is designed for drag-and-drop functionality. After you decide which server-side scripting language you will use, drag-and-drop the appropriate component on the page you are developing. The database component works in conjunction with other NetObjects components like the connector component. The connector component establishes the connection to the database. It is used by dropping it on to the page you are developing and entering your database connection information. This is the connection-string that establishes a line to the server. It will require a username and password. You can get the connection string, username and password for your server from the service that hosts your Web page.
Uses
Once you have the NetObjects database component on your page and configured, you can use it for any number of purposes. It establishes a direct line to your server. Once you have a server connection, you can begin to develop data-driven applications. These types of applications can be as simple as a customer contact form or as complex as an online product list. As long as the information you are trying to reach is stored on the server you are connected to, you can add data, display data or revise data based on a user's interactions with the Web page.
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