dBASE
| Version | 2019(as of 11/1/2023) |
| Platform | Windows |
| License | Commercial |
| Category | Productivity |
Main Features
- Access most modern database engines
- Perform calculations with 34 digits of precision
- IDE capabilities
- WYSIWYG form creation
- Create complex SQL statements with a drag-and-drop interface
- Find what you need with Enhanced Project Navigation
Software Overview
dBASE is a database management system that also provides an IDE, compiler, and syntax editor. The software first appeared on the scene in 1979. It has since grown to be a powerful tool and today can support most modern database engines like MySQL, SQL Server, Access, and FoxPro.
The software provides many useful tools for developing and managing your database and supporting rapid application development. It provides a useful SQL Builder that allows you to construct complex SQL statements with a simple drag-and-drop interface. It also has a Project Explorer and Enhanced Project Navigation that make it easy to find a window or resource that you need.
Besides tools to make database management easier, dBASE also has other features to improve its functionality. dBASE supports ActiveX Dynamic Objects (ADO) to improve its compatibility and includes several custom ADO components that make it easy to use. dBASE can also perform high-precision math with floating point numbers that support up to 34 digits of precision, pushing your mathematical accuracy even further.
Summary
There are many different database management systems available today. If you want an intuitive interface that simplifies database management, then dBASE might be the option for you.
Primary File Type
.PRJdBASE Project
Supported File Types
| Extension | File Type |
|---|---|
| .PRJ | dBASE Project |
| .$DB | dBASE Temporary File |
| .CFM | dBASE Custom Form |
| .COD | Compiled Source Code |
| .CRP | dBASE Custom Report |
| .DBF | Database File |
| .DBK | dBASE Database Backup |
| .DBT | Database Text File |
| .DBV | Database Variable Field File |
| .FIL | ACL Database Table |
| .MDX | dBASE Multiple Index File |
| .NDX | dBASE Index (Legacy) |
| .SDF | Standard Database Format |
| .STR | dBASE Structure List Object File |
| .TBK | dBASE Database Text Backup |
| .VAL | Values List |
| .WFM | dBASE Form |
Additional Related File Types
| Extension | File Type |
|---|---|
| .CDX | Compound Index File |
| .DBF | Visual FoxPro Table |
| .IDX | Index File |
| .MBK | dBASE Multiple Index Backup File |
| .NTX | Clipper Index File |
| .PRG | xBase Program File |