Servoy Tutorials
What's New in Servoy 5To find out more about Servoy 5 you can visit the Servoy 5 overview page
- Servoy 5 Overview
The Servoy 5 Overview provides a 5 minute of the key new features and functions in Servoy 5.
Servoy Tutorials
Introduction to Servoy SolutionModel (FLASH) |
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| Learn about the Servoy SolutionModel - enabling you to create all Servoy objects on-the-fly via scriptng in a Servoy method including: forms; fields; labels, buttons, tabpanels and more. | Length 4:27   |
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Creating iPhone Apps with ZERO Code (FLASH) |
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| You can create your own iPhone application with Servoy. This Flash tutorial includes: the disadvantages of developing iPhone applications the "hard way"; why Servoy is a more powerful and easy-to-use development tool to create iPhone applications; how it works; and a demo that shows how you can build an iPhone application using the Servoy iPhone Application Builder.
To download the FREE Servoy iPhone Application Builder, click here. |
Length 9:39 |
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Servoy Documentation, Webinars, Tutorials & Resources
Servoy provides documentation; live and recorded Servoy Webinars; Flash tutorials; and additional PDF resources, to help you get up and running quickly with Servoy. To view one of the resources - click the title of the resource, the reource link, or the icon located to the right.
The tutorials below are task-specific. If you're interested in feature-related videos - check out our QuickViewtm - series of videos.
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Advanced - Useful for developers, programmers and experienced Servoy users |
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NEW! - New features in Servoy 4.0 |
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Servoy 4.0 - Documentation |
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| Documentation (PRINT, PDF, ONLINE HELP) | |||
| Servoy 4.0 documentation is available in print, as downloadable PDF files, and online by choosing Help from the Servoy 4.0 Developer workbench. Extensively re-written -- because Servoy 4.0 is now an Eclipse plug-in -- the new 4.0 documentation includes over 300 new features and functions; as well as over 800 new/updated screenshots to help you build even more powerful Servoy solutions. You can purchase the Servoy 4.0 Full Book Set from the Servoy Store. To find out more information about Servoy 4.0 documentation, go to Servoy, open the Developers tab, and then select the Documentation topic located in the Topics navigator at the left of the any page. To download the Servoy 4.0 PDF documentation, click once on the icon to the right. |
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Servoy 4.0 - What's New |
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| Free Live Webinars (LIVE WEBINARS) | |||
| We are scheduling a number of live webinars designed to walk you through how to get started with Servoy. Most of the material will be covered in the Flash tutorials below - but at the live events you'll be able to get your specific questions answered. We're adding new events all the time - so please check the Servoy Events often for updates. |
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About Servoy 4.0
Servoy 4.0 -- an Eclipse plug-in -- is a MAJOR upgrade from all previous versions of Servoy, that enables Servoy developers to produce even better, more powerful enterprise-level applications using a standards-based IDE (Integrated Development Environment). Servoy 4.0 -- all about productivity and connectivity.
New in Servoy 4.0
Servoy 4.0 overflows with completely new and greatly enhanced features and functionality. For more information, click here.
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Servoy 4.0 Comparison Tutorial (FLASH) |
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| The "Servoy 4.0 Comparison Tutorial" is intended for those of you who are already developing with Servoy 3.x (Servoy Classic), and that you are familiar with Servoy concepts such as: The Servoy Repository; Servoy forms; Servoy methods; Servoy solutions; etc. The tutorial includes an introduction to Eclipse, Servoy 4.0 concepts and a live demo example of Servoy 4.0. |
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What's New in Servoy 4.0 (FLASH) |
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| The "What's New in Servoy 4.0 Tutorial" covers these topics: The Eclipse interface; Servoy Security; Solution Checkout; Servoy Repository sharing/unsharing options; New Servoy 4.0 Form Features; and the new Servoy 4.0 Application Server settings. This tutorial is aimed at those of you already building Servoy 3.x (Servoy Classic) applications, who are interested in learning about new features/functionality in Servoy 4.0. |
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Getting Started with Servoy 4.0 (FLASH) |
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| Are you unfamiliar with Eclipse? Or are new to Servoy? The "Getting Started with Servoy 4.0 Tutorial" was created to introduce you to installing Servoy 4.0; opening the sample Servoy 4.0 solutions that are included by default when you install Servoy 4.0; creating your own Servoy 4.0 solution; and connecting to an existing database server -- all to help you begin developing your own Servoy 4.0 solutions. |
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Generic Eclipse Tutorials (FLASH) |
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| If you've never used Eclipse before - this is a great set of tutorials that will help you get familiar with the terminology and how to get around in Eclipse. The 6 lessons are each about 15 minutes long and total about 90 minutes - and feature a truly hands-on approach to getting familiar with Eclipse. |
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Introduction to Servoy |
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| Create an AJAX Web Application In 30 Seconds or Less! (FLASH) | |||
| This short video shows how easy it is to create a fully functional AJAX-powered browser application (AND a client/server version of the same solution - from the same code base!) in Serovy 4.0. |
Length 2:35 |
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Introduction Series (FLASH) |
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| This resource contains all of the "Introduction To..." videos in one convenient place. You can either watch this overview - and/or watch each of them individually below. |
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| Introduction to Forms (FLASH) | |||
| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of forms and form properties in Servoy 4.0 -- including a quick look at form design; form parts for creating reports; setting a tab sequence for form objects; and form security. |
Length 4:29 |
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Introduction to Form Objects (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of the different form objects you can use on your forms/reports in Serovy 4.0. |
Length 7:23 |
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Introduction to Styles (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of what methods are, how they're created and some tips on how to use code samples, auto-complete and more Serovy 4.0. |
Length 4:40 |
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Introduction to Methods (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of what methods are, how they're created and some tips on how to use code samples, auto-complete and more Serovy 4.0. |
Length 5:49 |
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Introduction to Security (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of how to use the built-in security in Serovy 4.0 at the table, form and object levels. |
Length 3:58 |
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Introduction to Relations (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial explains how to set up basic relations in Servoy 4.0 -- assigning the Source and Destination local/remote database tables; the From and To keys; the join operator; defining the type of relation; and more. |
Length 6:04 |
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Introduction to Valuelists (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of how to use valuelists in Serovy 4.0 for use in pick lists and as static values on forms and reports. |
Length 5:57 |
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Introduction to Internationalization (i18n) (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial gives you a basic overview of how to use internationalization functions in Serovy 4.0 to make your solutions multi-lingual. |
Length 6:10 |
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| Security Series (FLASH) | |||
| This tutorial gives a hands-on demonstration on how to use the built-in security functions in Servoy 4.0 to automatically hide and show objects. In part 2 we demonstrate how to create your own custom log-in form and security tables. |
Length 26:40 (2 parts) |
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Perspectives (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you how easy it is to configure Eclipse to your liking using Perspectives. |
Length 4:38 |
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How To Tutorials |
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| HOW TO: Upgrade from Servoy 3.5 to Servoy 4.0 (FLASH) | |||
| This tutorial discusses and shows you an example of best practices for upgrading from 3.5x to a Servoy 4.0 solution - including backing up, exporting, importing and checking out. |
Length 5:53 |
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HOW TO: Build Your First Project (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you how to build your first Servoy project, including forms, portals, and tabpanels and then how to deploy to both Smart Client and Web Client. |
Length 5:53 |
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HOW TO: Use the Debugger (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you how to debug your solutions - as well as all the new debugging features in Servoy 4. This demo includes debugging in both the Smart Client and Web Client. | Length 11:21 |
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HOW TO: Filtering Data (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you how to filter your data at the foundset level as well as the table level. This is an especially helpful tutorial if you're thinking about creating a multi-tenant SaaS application. | Length 11:56 |
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HOW TO: Build a SQL Query Tool (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you how to build a simple SQL query builder in under 8 minutes - from scratch. |
Length 7:45 |
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HOW TO: Use Events (FLASH) |
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| This tutorial shows you an overview of the events that are available in Servoy 4.0 - and how to change a field color based on field contents. |
Length 7:31 |
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HOW TO: Create SQL-Based Reports (FLASH) |
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| These two, twelve minute tutorials show you how to create your own reports using raw SQL, and how to format the resulting report. | Length 23:55 (2 parts) |
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| Error Handling In Servoy (FLASH) | |||
| Get all the in-and-outs of using error handling techniques in your Servoy solutions. | Length 7:43 |
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Servoy and SQL Databases (FLASH) |
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| Learn how Servoy deals with SQL databases, about Sybase iAnywhere (the default database) and how to setup a connection to MySQL |
Length 5:41 |
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Using Database Functions and Stored Procedures with Servoy (FLASH) |
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| Learn how you can call external database function and stored procedures within your solution. |
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Advanced Valuelists (FLASH) |
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| Learn how to effectively use related valuelists and learn how to write your own custom SQL and hook it up to a custom valuelist. | Length 6:30 |
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Jasper Reports Overview (FLASH) |
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| This Flash video gives you an overview of Jasper Reports; as well as information about installing and using Jasper Reports wth Servoy 4.0. | Length 12:15 |
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Sybase Central Overview (FLASH) |
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| This video gives you an introduction to Sybase's free, cross platform database management tool. | Length 11:31 |
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PDF Guides for Servoy 4.0/4.1
What's New In Servoy 4.0 Guide (PDF)
Read all the details about Servoy 4.0 Public Pre-Release, including: What's New in Servoy 4.0; Top Ten New Features; Hands-on examples; and more.
How to Use Team Support in Servoy 4.0 (PDF)
This document outlines the new Team Sharing Support in Servoy 4.0. It includes hands-on tutorials designed to get you up to speed with sharing your Servoy solution with multiple developers as well via the Servoy repository or via an external CVS or Subversion Server.
PRESS: Servoy 4.1 Editorial Reviewers Guide (PDF)
Read all the details about the just released Servoy 4.1, including: An Overview of Servoy 4.1; What's New in Servoy 4.1 Developer; New Features and Functions in Servoy 4.1; Hands-on examples; and more.
PRESS: Servoy 4.0 Editorial Reviewers Guide (PDF)
Read all the details about Servoy 4.0 Public Pre-Release, including: What's New in Servoy 4.0; System Requirements; Top Ten New Features; Hands-on examples; and more.
Servoy Recorded Webinars
Servoy provides recordings (video and audio) for a number of Special Webinars and VUG (Virtual User Group) sessions.
Choose the Servoy Recorded Webinar(s) you wish to view
