From Neobook to Visual Neo Web
Quote from clarky on June 1, 2025, 11:30 amHi all, I'm a new explorer of Visual Neo.
Many years ago I developed advanced softwares using Neobook. We talk about desktop application that use all Neobook development possibilities such as databases queries, record manage, send emails, read\save variables from files. In general all neobook opportunities. So, cause of actually world web orientation, I think to convert that application to a web app, and I would like to know your experience using Visual NEO.
It's similar with Neobook and offer all Neobook historical opportunities?
I need a tool that offer all that capabilities, because if a chose this way I would like to mantain all written commands, databases structures ecc similar as soon as possible, to offer to users a good jump in future without too trouble.
Thank you for your support!
Michi
Hi all, I'm a new explorer of Visual Neo.
Many years ago I developed advanced softwares using Neobook. We talk about desktop application that use all Neobook development possibilities such as databases queries, record manage, send emails, read\save variables from files. In general all neobook opportunities. So, cause of actually world web orientation, I think to convert that application to a web app, and I would like to know your experience using Visual NEO.
It's similar with Neobook and offer all Neobook historical opportunities?
I need a tool that offer all that capabilities, because if a chose this way I would like to mantain all written commands, databases structures ecc similar as soon as possible, to offer to users a good jump in future without too trouble.
Thank you for your support!
Michi
Quote from luishp on June 1, 2025, 6:48 pm@clarky please check this post:
FAQ (Read first) - Forum - VisualNEO. Cross-platform App Development Tool for WindowsLet me know if you have additional questions.
Thank you!
@clarky please check this post:
FAQ (Read first) - Forum - VisualNEO. Cross-platform App Development Tool for Windows
Let me know if you have additional questions.
Thank you!
Quote from clarky on June 2, 2025, 9:25 amThank you, I've read that post, but I would like to know that I wrote. Visual NEO web support all neobook functions?
If I have application who interact with an access database to manage data and read/write variables in text files, is it possible?
I have a memory with a pilot test with neobook web many years ago and I remember that it isn't stable and powerful as original desktop version. Were there in neo>visual transition powerful features and updates?
Thank you
Thank you, I've read that post, but I would like to know that I wrote. Visual NEO web support all neobook functions?
If I have application who interact with an access database to manage data and read/write variables in text files, is it possible?
I have a memory with a pilot test with neobook web many years ago and I remember that it isn't stable and powerful as original desktop version. Were there in neo>visual transition powerful features and updates?
Thank you
Quote from luishp on June 2, 2025, 10:21 pm@clarky
Your questions touch on a few key areas concerning VisualNEO Web versus NeoBook (VisualNEO Win), and the feasibility of certain functionalities. Here's a clear breakdown:
1. Does VisualNEO Web support all NeoBook (VisualNEO Win) functions?
No, VisualNEO Web does not support all the functions of NeoBook/VisualNEO Win, because:
VisualNEO Win is a Windows desktop application builder.
VisualNEO Web is designed to create web and mobile apps using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
The architecture and environment are different, which limits direct compatibility. For example, system-level file access or ActiveX/COM integrations from NeoBook are not available in VisualNEO Web due to web environment constraints.
2. Can you interact with an Access database and read/write text file variables in VisualNEO Web?
Not directly. Here's why:
Microsoft Access is not a web-native database and requires Windows-based drivers or server-side logic.
VisualNEO Web apps run client-side (in browsers), which cannot connect to Access databases directly.
Alternatives include:
Using VisualNEO Web plugins like
neoPhp,neoSql, or a web API to connect to server-side scripts (PHP, Node.js, etc.) that interact with databases like MySQL or SQLite.For text file operations, similar limitations apply: you need server-side scripting or use browser local storage (
neoLocalStorage).3. Was VisualNEO Web improved over earlier NeoBook Web edition (stability and features)?
Yes, VisualNEO Web is a major evolution over older NeoBook Web plugins or tools:
It supports Progressive Web Apps (PWA), responsive design, and a range of modern web plugins.
Includes drag-and-drop UI design, NeoScript language for logic, and plugin integration with open-source libraries.
Now includes a plugin generator, SQLite browser, PHP server tools, and compilation options like NW.js and PWA.
These updates greatly improve stability, features, and usability compared to the older web tools you may have tested.
Your questions touch on a few key areas concerning VisualNEO Web versus NeoBook (VisualNEO Win), and the feasibility of certain functionalities. Here's a clear breakdown:
1. Does VisualNEO Web support all NeoBook (VisualNEO Win) functions?
No, VisualNEO Web does not support all the functions of NeoBook/VisualNEO Win, because:
-
VisualNEO Win is a Windows desktop application builder.
-
VisualNEO Web is designed to create web and mobile apps using HTML, JavaScript, and CSS.
The architecture and environment are different, which limits direct compatibility. For example, system-level file access or ActiveX/COM integrations from NeoBook are not available in VisualNEO Web due to web environment constraints.
2. Can you interact with an Access database and read/write text file variables in VisualNEO Web?
Not directly. Here's why:
-
Microsoft Access is not a web-native database and requires Windows-based drivers or server-side logic.
-
VisualNEO Web apps run client-side (in browsers), which cannot connect to Access databases directly.
Alternatives include:
-
Using VisualNEO Web plugins like
neoPhp,neoSql, or a web API to connect to server-side scripts (PHP, Node.js, etc.) that interact with databases like MySQL or SQLite. -
For text file operations, similar limitations apply: you need server-side scripting or use browser local storage (
neoLocalStorage).
3. Was VisualNEO Web improved over earlier NeoBook Web edition (stability and features)?
Yes, VisualNEO Web is a major evolution over older NeoBook Web plugins or tools:
-
It supports Progressive Web Apps (PWA), responsive design, and a range of modern web plugins.
-
Includes drag-and-drop UI design, NeoScript language for logic, and plugin integration with open-source libraries.
-
Now includes a plugin generator, SQLite browser, PHP server tools, and compilation options like NW.js and PWA.
These updates greatly improve stability, features, and usability compared to the older web tools you may have tested.