Database for work?
 

Are there any programs that would let me build an information database on the N800?

I am a locksmith and much of my work is to change old part for new. Then I need to know what part is interchangeable with the old part or what type of new part I could use instead. Or what I need to do so the new part would fit in that door instead of the new part.

Many of these parts got names and numbers that I don`t remember. We got two older guys that work inside with projects and got this stuff in the head. So I want to take they're "heads" and put them in a database.
This would make my work easier and possible make others in my line of work use the N800 for this.

This have to be GUI thingy off course. It should be easy to work with for normal users.

Re: Database for work?
 

No.

Well... You could use Gnumeric, but I wouldn't recommend it. I've been asking for a simple, Psion-like flatfile database for two years now.

Re: Database for work?
 

Don`t look good then. I was thinking to first build an information database with possibility to have picture of the product with some extra information. If that is possible I guess the next step would be to have an order program so you could have an order sent to your N800 and pick what parts you have used on that order.. Also have it signed (with the pen) and then sent back to the office when finished.
This transfer could be used with BT connection at work when you get in at the end of your day or at the beginning of your next day.

This would make lot less paperwork because your hours would also be put in this order and adjust your paycheck.

Re: Database for work?
 

See?

Now that's why I asked for the ObjectVision sources...

In fact, an ObjectVision-like framework for rapid, visual and code-free forms-based user development might very well be the killer application everyone keeps jabbering about.

Re: Database for work?
 

A developer has made a database app in python. The bad thing is that isn't properly packaged.

The application is called 'Info on Tap': http://home.cfl.rr.com/genecash/nokia/index.html

And you can see some screenshots: http://home.cfl.rr.com/genecash/noki...ocs/index.html

Re: Database for work?
 

Also make the N800 more likable for business users and companies.. Make the N800 more widespread :)

Where else could you get something for about 200$ that reduce workload/paperwork for normal workers that do small services/repairs.
Almost like that pad that Fedex or UPS use when they got a package for you. Only in pocketsize ;)

And when you get off work you could use it for surfing the web, checking your mails, gaming and other thousands of things you could use the N8x0 for

Re: Database for work?
 

uhm.. MySql database for N800.. Is it not possible to use this to make something like I was talking about?

http://downloads.maemo.org/database/

Re: Database for work?
 

Hmm... that actually looks nice and simple. I'll have to give that a try.

I had been trying to get sqlite/http server with fast-cgi to work, but so far, it's not been positive.

It's too bad the app can only export to HTML though. IT would be nice if it could also export to csv files for importing into any other desktop app.

R.
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Re: Database for work?
 

I tried to use "info on tap" but it failed to start..I am struggeling to know how to do this step:

# Scripts go in /usr/bin, and then must be given execute permissions with "chmod a+x"

I have installed Python 2.5

Re: Database for work?
 

Is this the sort of thing?
http://maemo.org/downloads/product/OS2008/glom/
http://www.glom.org/wiki/index.php?title=Main_Page

I am having problems installing it on OS2008 but then there is a caveat by the developer "The Maemo port of Glom is currently a rough proof of concept. It's unlikely to be usable for you now, but it should show what could be achieved."

So it looks like being early days yet.