I usually use Delphi-targeted databases for most of my work (NexusDB typically, lately), but still have bad memories of how painfully slow connecting (and posting) to MS Access was via ADO. I have a new project that may need to target MS SQL Server. For D2007 Pro, what is the best way to connect to MS SQL Server? (Third party components = fine, if that’s the best route).
I usually use Delphi-targeted databases for most of my work (NexusDB typically, lately), but
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Devart offer components and dbExpress drivers for accessing SQL Server databases. The also have UniDAC which supports other databases as well.
Da-soft AnyDac supports SQL Server and other databases.
Bob Swart has published Delphi for Win32 VCL Database Development on Lulu, if you need any help.