Programming Guide:xppguide

ActiveX Overview Foundation

This chapter describes the classes and functions used to integrate COM/ActiveX components into Xbase++ applications.

The chapter is organized by subject. It begins defining the terms used and touching the issues involved setting up a development or client machine. The remaining subjects explain how COM/ActiveX components can be used in Xbase++ applications. They provide a good starting point for developers new to the COM/ActiveX component technology.

Installation and deployment

Basic usage

Reacting to COM/ActiveX events

Using ActiveX controls

Handling errors

Using COM/ActiveX constants and types

Terms and definitions

This document does not deal with COM/ActiveX component-specific features and behaviour. Please consult the documentation that comes with your specific COM/ActiveX component to learn how it operates.

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