Reference Documentation

Thanks for visiting the new db4o Reference Documentation! This reference section provides thorough and handy information that will let you master db4o.

To see the latest snapshot of this documentation, please, check the online version. Other valuable documentation and educational resources are available in the Resources section of the db4o developer website.

Navigation Guide
Use the Navigation Guide to have a quick look at the reference documentations contents.
Index
Check the alphabetically sorted list of topics in this section.
Search
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Reference by Product
db4o / db4o Client-Server / db4o Replication Services (dRS) / Object Manager (OM)
Documentation List
Comprehensive list of db4o documents grouped by category.
Formula One Tutorial
On-line db4o tutorial based on a Formula One domain (Cars, Pilots, etc).

Usage Guidelines

 Navigation
For navigation, use the links located within the topic body, or below the body on most topics. In our online version you can also use the navigation located in the "bread-crumbs" above this topic. (just below the navigation bar). In the offline version a "navigation frame" is provided on the left (TOC).

 Using Sample Code
The "Using Sample Code" guide explains how to work with the code examples provided in this reference.

 Environments
The reference is offered for Java and .NET environments, providing examples in Java, Visual Basic and C#. The online version features "filters" on the right pane, which can help you to concentrate on a specific programming language.

 Topics
The information is presented in topics sets. Each of them is atomic and can be used in arbitrary order according to your current needs. The same applies to the code examples which can be downloaded and tested in your environment.