Chapter 28. Understanding Universal Data Access, OLE DB, and ADO

In this chapter

Gaining a Perspective on Microsoft Data Access Components

Interfacing with a Wide Range of Data Sources

Creating ADODB.Recordset Objects

Using the Object Browser to Display ADO Properties, Methods, and Events

Working with the ADODB.Connection Object

Using the ADODB.Command Object

Understanding the ADODB.Recordset Object

Taking Advantage of Disconnected Recordsets

Programming Stream Objects

Exploring the AddOrders.adp Sample Project

Troubleshooting

In the Real World—Why Learn ADO Programming?