Question about BDE Compatibility and Migration to FireDAC

[shun 0]

Environment:

C++Builder 5.0.12.34
OS: Windows 10 Pro

 

I came across a statement that BDE (Borland Database Engine) is an outdated architecture, and its functionality on currently released Windows OS versions is not guaranteed.

However, I couldn't find specific information on which versions of Windows it was last confirmed to work with.

 

Additionally, as I consider upgrade to the latest version of C++Builder I would like to know if migrating to FireDAC is essential or not.

Could anyone provide clarity on these issues? Also, if you have any resources or references regarding BDE compatibility, I would greatly appreciate it.

[Roger Cigol 111]

BDE is deprecated.

It's still available but it's definitely "had it's day".

On 10/16/2024 at 7:46 AM, shun said:

I would like to know if migrating to FireDAC is essential or not

Not essential - but really the only sensible thing to do.

I used BDE for one project and found the upgrade to FireDAC not that difficult to do. Can't comment on how much of a task it will be for your project though !