PCS Accounting Developers Information
(includes Visual Basic Source Code)

PCS Accounting is sold with complete Visual Basic Source Code in one package.  PCS Accounting was developed using Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Professional version, with minimal use of third party add-on components.  The object-oriented, modular design and powerful transactions-based code makes modification and integration to other modules easier. 

Available in desktop version using Microsoft Access database and client version using Microsoft SQL Server.  Both versions are highly optimized using ADO data engines.

You may compile the code as it is or modify and customize to suit your needs.  The resulting compiled software may be distributed royalty free.   But the source code or modified source can not be sold. This kit is sold as it is and PC Skills is not responsible for any changes you make. Please see our Licensing  Agreement for details.

Technical Features

Modular Organization	Many common functions and subroutines to control the spreadsheets and data entry screens are organized in several basic modules. Several Classes to perform most routine operations including posting, displaying selection boxes, accessing reports, etc. All the reports are integrated tightly with the program in an ActiveX DLL that can be replaced independently.  This approach provides fast reports with very little overhead.
Robust Data Access	PCS Accounting uses MIcrosoft ADO data engine with Jet 4 or SQL OLEDB provider for data access.  ANSI compliant SQL codes throughout the program to access and update data. This program does not use any bound controls for most of the operations thus providing complete control of data access. Transactions based coding assures that the integrity of the data, especially in a multi-user situation. Instant posting assures that balance sheet and other reports convey real-time data.
Transactions based data updates	PCS Accounting uses transactions when updating or deleting records from multiple related tables.  If any one of the changes fail due to any reason, the entire set of changes is cancelled.  This implementation Assures that the relational data integrity is maintained always. Improves the speed and performance of these operations Reduces the record locking time and improves network performance in multi-user installations
Integrated Reporting System	The Data Dynamics ActiveReports 2.0 is used to create the reports in an ActiveX DLL.  This DLL is accessed by the main program to get the report data as needed and displayed in a lightweight viewer or printed to the printer.  The result is fast reports with complete control over data access with very little overhead  (under 2 MB including reports). Multi-page reports with tree view type table of contents to access specific locations in the report. Hyperlinked fields for drill-down reporting capability. Ad-hoc reporting capability. Use logos in the headers. Generate documents that can be deployed for delivery in the Web
Security and Dynamic Menu Control	PCS Accounting incorporates an internal login system that allows users to be grouped.  Access to various features of the accounting software and available menu options can be controlled by the group designation..
Rapid Development of Data Entry Forms	PCS Accounting uses the special Usercontrols (all VB6 and source code included) for most data entry needs.  These controls allows you to add and remove data-entry fields in any form easily and to control and validate the entered data.  PCS Accounting includes complete source code for the controls and as these controls are compiled along with PCS Accounting, no OCXs are required. Add fields that control text, comboboxes, checkboxes, dates, numbers with validation. Lock and unlock fields dynamically through code. Automatically update tabbing sequences. Display tool tips when needed. Move and modify fields within the form with minimal change of code.
Selection Boxes	PCS Accounting provides another special user-control (all VB6 and source code included)  that allows you add multi-column, virtual selection boxes and windows from database for easy-selection by the user.  Virtual data displayed - handle small or large datasets with ease. Allows user to sort the selection list by any column that is displayed. User can change column widths if needed. Developer can protect some columns from display. Can change the data set when needed, and much more.

Versions Available:

System Requirements:

In order to use the Desktop Edition Development Kit or SQL Client Edition, you need following software.

Microsoft SQL Server 2000 or SQL Server 7 or MSDE  (only for SQL Client Edition).
Microsoft Data Access Components version 2.6 should have been installed.  

If you want to modify and recompile source code then you also need the following components:
Microsoft Access 2000 (if you need to modify the database).
Microsoft Visual Basic 6.0 Professional Version or higher
Data Dynamics ActiveReports version 2.0 or higher.

What is Included:

A fully compiled version of PCS Accounting.
All the Visual Basic Code modules and forms.
Resource File used in the Visual Basic Project.
Full documentation and Help files for compiled Version.
A detailed Technical Reference Manual for the code.
Free technical support (see terms below).

Pricing and Availability:

PCS Accounting with source code
PCS Accounting ADO version (with MS JET 4 database - Access 2000 format)	US $1295.00
PCS Accounting SQL Client	US $1995.00
ADO Bundle:  PCS Accounting Desktop Edition (ADO) and SQL Client Edition of PCS Accounting	US $2595.00
PCS Accounting Plus with PCS Payroll ( includes source code)
PCS Accounting Plus ADO version (with MS JET 4 database - Access 2000 format)	US $1695.00
PCS Accounting Plus SQL Client	US $2395.00
PCS Accounting Plus Desktop Edition (ADO) and SQL Client Edition of PCS Accounting	US $2995.00

Licensing Agreement:

The purchaser of the Desktop Edition Development Kits or the SQL Client Edition is granted a limited, nonexclusive license to use the source code, either as is, or as part of an application that they develop, with no further royalties or fees due PC Skills. The only restriction is that only the executable, and not the source code itself, may be distributed.  The technical reference manual may not be distributed.

The purchaser is responsible for acquiring and using the third-party products used and any upgrades thereof.

There are no restrictions on distributing the user manual or help files.

Technical Support:

Contact Us for additional Information and availability.

*  Visual Basic, Microsoft Access, and Microsoft SQL Server are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, ActiveReports is a registered trademark of Data Dynamics.