Database Development Overview

Our database development services go beyond just developing database applications. They include database design and normalization, database conversions from one database format to another, complete web based solutions, client/server database applications and standalone database programs.

Database Design

OCS provides databases for many solutions. All database designs are normalized to prevent redundant information and eliminate data errors. OCS uses the latest in Microsoft database technologies for most database application. Depending on the needs for the application MS SQL or Access is used in most applications. We also work with many other database formats depending on the client's needs.

Web Based Databases

Web based databases can be designed and applications developed for a variety of online options for your web site. Everything from simple Guest Books to shopping carts, online catalogs and forums. Most web database applications are developed with ASP or ASP.Net and MS SQL or Access depending on the needs for the web site. Please see the Web Development page for further details.

Client/Server Databases

Client/Server solutions consist of shared database access amongst mulitple users. OCS can provide complete solutions from the backend database design and development to the front-end user application. The front-end application can provide data entry screens, as well as data views, data queries and reports. Databases are the latest in database technologies usually consisting of MS SQL or Access databases. Other databases can be used depending on a customer's requirements or existing databases. Database Development page for further details.

Standalone Database Applications

Standalone applications can be developed for applications where database activity is required for a single, individual client or user. The database usually resides on the client or users computer along with the application used to access the database. Normally these applications are developed using a MS Access database and can provide the same database functionality as a client/server application.

OCS also specializes in developing database applications to replace existing paperwork based record and filing systems. When developing a paperless system the customer's existing paper forms are utilized to develop data entry screens that closely follow the original forms. This provides an application that requires a minimum of training to use the application.

Please contact Online Computer Services for a free evaluation and quote for your database needs.