FLASH: Flash and Databases

[Matt Coyne]

Hiya


I need some help in determining the best direction to go with a forthcoming

site. The site's functionality will include a searchable database of between

2000 and 3000 individuals, various fields + image.


>From a design perspective Flash will give me the ability to create a dynamic

looking interface for the company. However, Flash and Databases are two

words I have not put together in one sentence before!


Can anyone give me guidance as to what direction to take, what resources are

out there etc. I have had a brief glance at Macromedia Generator and Swift

Generator. Are these the only methods of delivery? The database exists as we

speak in FileMaker, would this make a difference? ASP, ColdFusion. These are

all terms I have heard but know virtually nothing about. Would people

suggest outsourcing, or can it be learnt off my own back [everything else

has been].


I am not averse to doing this 'outside' of Flash if the advice is that Flash

could not handle the amount of data and be reliable/fast in it's delivery.


I will stop babbling now. Any response would be appreciated even if it is to

point me in the right direction.


TIA


matt



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