Porting PHP/MySQL web app to palm

[barnowl]

Hi

I run a website with a PHP/MySQL backend for a web interface to a text-based reference system (similar to notes on index cards); the db also contains information about links between other 'cards', which are generated via the PHP app in response to users clicking through a menu.

I'd like to set up a system where users can download a read-only version of the database, that will function in the same way as the web app, for palm and maybe WinCE.

I'd like some comments on what is the most suitable way of going about this (in terms of software development platform / client) and any other advice. I'm aware of web services like avantgo but am keen to try to get a standalone setup.

Any recommendations of programmers for PHP+MySQL+Palm/±WinCE ?

Thanks ...

[schang]

Hi,

Web-based sync programs like AvantGo essentially download HTML pages to view on your device. Which may or may not satisfy your requirements...

You can go the other route which is to have a custom sync solution that synchronizes directly between your backend database and a database on your Palm/PocketPC device. A custom standalone client application is then written to view and provide a user interface to this data. This type of application is called a HotSync Conduit application.

If you'd like to find out more, feel free to email me for more info. We may be able to provide an answer for you...

schang@rjbcomputersinc.com

-Steve