HTMLinterface - Class for creating a CGI interface to a database (c) Copyright 1999 James Furness ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Copyright (c)1999 James Furness . All Rights Reserved. This module is free software; it may be used freely and redistributed for free providing this copyright header remains part of the module. You may not charge for the redistribution of this module. Selling this code without James Furness' written permission is expressly forbidden. This module may not be modified without first notifying James Furness (This is to enable me to track modifications). In all cases the copyright header should remain fully intact in all modifications. This code is provided on an "As Is" basis, without warranty, expressed or implied. The author disclaims all warranties with regard to this software, including all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness, in no event shall the author, James Furness be liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages or any damages whatsoever including but not limited to loss of use, data or profits. By using this module you agree to indemnify James Furness from any liability that might arise from it's use. Should this code prove defective, you assume the cost of any and all necessary repairs, servicing, correction and any other costs arising directly or indrectly from it's use. The copyright notice must remain fully intact at all times. Use of this program or its output constitutes acceptance of these terms. Parts of this module are based upon mysql-lib.pl by Ron Crisco. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Description ----------- The HTMLinterface class allows a CGI interface to a database. It enables a CGI interface to a database to be created, supporting record addition, modification, deletion and searching. It provides a user friendly interface with descriptions of fields provided. The field descriptions along with information on whether the field is visible, hidden or excluded are extracted from a table, allowing easy modification and addition of fields and tables without having to edit code. Build and Install ----------------- To install, simply change into the folder containing the uncompressed distribution and at the command prompt type: perl Makefile.PL make make test make install No testing routines are currently available in this beta. Further Information ------------------- Full documentation is provided in POD format in HTMLinterface.pm. You should be able to view this after installation using the perldoc command. Author ------ James Furness