DB_DataContainer is a PEAR compatible tool that functions as a database persistence layer and data encapsulation class.
DB_DataContainer is a powerful and versatile PEAR compliant software designed for database persistence layer and data encapsulation with support for relational databases. The software enables you to load, save, and delete objects to and from persistent storage with ease. The persistence mechanism is encapsulated to provide the necessary behaviours to make objects persistent. The PEAR DB provided database abstraction enhances data encapsulation by using overloaded accessor methods, making it easy for you to manage data and access the properties of your objects.
DB_DataContainer implements the Active Record Pattern advocated by Martin Fowler. With a few lines of additional code, you can use it seamlessly to ensure that your objects wrap a row in a database table or view, encapsulate the database access, and add domain logic on that data. The class is incredibly flexible and requires no external configuration files as the extending class itself acts as the configuration. You only need to ensure that the property name and column name pairs match correctly, and you can manage your database easily.
DB_DataContainer does not directly support JOIN:s or table linking, but it is still possible to pass hardcoded SQL queries for extreme cases; although this approach is highly discouraged as it can break the basic idea of using DB_DataContainer. The software's key features include a simple API with multi-object actions provided by a static getObjects() call. There is also support for PHP4 and PHP5 and regression tests.
The latest version addresses the issues with protected and private data members, ensuring maximum data security. The software provides an efficient way to manage and access data in relational databases, and it is highly recommended for developers who need an easy-to-use and stable data management system.
DB_DataContainer implements the Active Record Pattern advocated by Martin Fowler. With a few lines of additional code, you can use it seamlessly to ensure that your objects wrap a row in a database table or view, encapsulate the database access, and add domain logic on that data. The class is incredibly flexible and requires no external configuration files as the extending class itself acts as the configuration. You only need to ensure that the property name and column name pairs match correctly, and you can manage your database easily.
DB_DataContainer does not directly support JOIN:s or table linking, but it is still possible to pass hardcoded SQL queries for extreme cases; although this approach is highly discouraged as it can break the basic idea of using DB_DataContainer. The software's key features include a simple API with multi-object actions provided by a static getObjects() call. There is also support for PHP4 and PHP5 and regression tests.
The latest version addresses the issues with protected and private data members, ensuring maximum data security. The software provides an efficient way to manage and access data in relational databases, and it is highly recommended for developers who need an easy-to-use and stable data management system.
What's New
Version 1.3.1: N/A