Introduction to ENFORM

Contents
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Preface vii
Section 1 Overview of ENFORM
Introducing ENFORM 1-2
Language--Definition 1-2
Nonprocedural--Definition 1-2
Queries and Reports--Definition 1-2
Relational Database--Definition 1-3
Powerful--Definition 1-4
Online Transaction Products 1-5
Online Transaction Processing 1-5
Online Transaction Processing and ENFORM 1-6
Summary of ENFORM Features 1-8
Shared Access 1-8
Database Searching 1-9
Host Language Interface 1-10
New Data Relationships 1-10
Use Over an EXPAND Network 1-11
Section 2 Using ENFORM--The Basics
Types of ENFORM Queries 2-2
Temporary Queries 2-2
Stored Queries 2-3
Compiled Queries 2-3
Five Easy Steps to Using ENFORM 2-4
Statements, Clauses, and Commands 2-6
Statements 2-8
Summary of Statements 2-8
Clauses 2-9
Item Formatting Clauses 2-11
New Item Clauses 2-11
Summary of Clauses 2-13
Commands 2-14
Section 3 How ENFORM Works
Compiling the Query 3-3
Transferring Control to the Query Processor 3-4