Exploring Database Design Tips
One of the most important aspects of any application-development project is the database design. And so, without further ado, here are some tips for designing good databases. [more…]
Using Layered Architectures in ASP.NET
One approach to designing Web applications is to focus on clearly defined layers of the application's architecture. This approach is similar to the way an architect designs a building. If you've ever seen [more…]
Designing the User Interface (and More Layers) in ASP.NET
Much of the success of any Web application depends on the quality of its user interface. As far as end-users are concerned, the user interface is the application: Users aren't interested in the details [more…]
Ruby on Rails Keywords
If you’re using Ruby on Rails to create your Web site or database, you need to know the keywords Ruby uses. Fortunately, you have access to the following table, which lists Ruby’s keywords: [more…]
Naming Conventions for Ruby on Rails
You’re using Ruby on Rails to create a Web application or Web database app, which is very smart of you. Depending on what you’re working with — an application, a one-to-many relationship, or a many-to-many [more…]
Ruby on Rails Validation Helpers
When you create a Web site or Web application with Ruby on Rails, you need to make sure that you input data in a form that Rails recognizes and can use. The following table contains Rails validation helpers [more…]
Useful Iterators and Methods for Ruby on Rails
When you want to travel through the items in a database you created with Ruby on Rails, knowing the iterators to use is key. The following table shows helpful iterators and methods: [more…]
