Dear Imar,

I would like a little clarification on this point. I am totally
aware about BLL/DAL and its advantages over dataSource as explained
in book.I am also aware about 3 tier advantages too.

But since Datasouce control makes it more easy than ObjectDataSource,
i was just thinking of using Datasource asp classic way ) instead of Objectdata Source.

What could be the side implications, if i have opted for this,
till i gain a mastery in ObjectDataSource.

I am planning to run few chapters with DatasOurceControl initaially. Pl. guide me.

Thanks

SoftMind.

When you say DataSource, what DataSource are you referring to? There are many, including the SqlDataSource, XmlDataSource and the ObjectDataSource that you mentioned.

It all depends what you want to accomplish. If you have straight forward database data, a SqlDataSource is fine. Like you said, it breaks good three-tier design, but for many sites this isn't a problem. However, you should realize it's not that easy to move existing code from a SqlDataSource to an ObjectDataSource, so, if time and knowledge permits, you may want to start using an ObjectDataSource right away.

Personally, I use SqlDataSource controls for quick and dirty applications (prototypes, demos) and for simple data binding scenarios like drop down lists. But, you'll find they work in more complicated CRUD scenarios (Create, Read, Update and Delete) as well. Not sure what you mean with this...

Imar
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Imar Spaanjaars
Everyone is unique, except for me.
Author of ASP.NET 2.0 Instant Results and Beginning Dreamweaver MX / MX 2004

When i wa s referring Data Source, i mean SQL DataSource.

All your chapters are based on Object Data Source with BLL and DAL.

I am planning to avoid ObjectDataSource for some time and work on your chapters like 4, 7 and 9 the easier ones with SQLDataSourceControl with in built facility of Select, Insert, Delete and Update commands.

Thanks

Yeah, sounds like a good plan. This way you can focus on understanding other stuff first. Then when you're ready, you can dig a little deeper in three-tier design using the ObjectDataSource controls...

Cheers,

Imar
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Imar Spaanjaars
Everyone is unique, except for me.
Author of ASP.NET 2.0 Instant Results and Beginning Dreamweaver MX / MX 2004

Thanks for motivating me, to start with.

SoftMind