Should I use VB6 or VB.net

[shala0829]

uhm.. we have a project in SAD and IS.. HR Technology map for the university. In IS we have to program, I'm not sure what language to use, some says VB6 together with access is better than java, then someone tell me vb.net is a better choice..

What do you think? In this project we'll be dealing with database and networking.. What language should I use?? We are 5 members, and we know very little in VB6 and no knowledge at all in VB.net.. We are given 3weeks to do this.. What language should we pursue??

[Tony]

Access should not be considered a database. VB6 language has officially died. With that choice, prepare for a world of pain. Those who say otherwise clearly don't know what they are talking about.

[shala0829]

really? so what can you recommend? Should we use VB.net?? what about the database??

[Tony]

database engine shouldn't matter since it's normally accessed through a level of abstraction. Though MySQL is a popular choice.

A language usually depends on the ease of solving a particular problem. That involves a mix of familiarity (either with the language itself, or similar), DSL capabilities, available libraries, etc.

What makes working with maps easier? Maybe it would make sense to build a layer of JavaScript on top of existing Google Maps? It really depends on the problem and the team.

[shala0829]

oh I see.. Thanks a lot!! We'll talk about it..