How do I write an application with VB/Crystal Reports?

[eacardu]

I used Crystal Reports about three years ago, and was able to create report executables, which then I could call from VB. I could also use the Crystal Report module in VB and pass parameters to my reports and run them at will. Now my company has 'upgraded' to Crystal Reports 8. I cannot find any of those features anymore. What version(s) do I need to be able to develop standalone applications with VB or ASP?
I would really appreciate any help.

 

[balves]

You must own V8/V8.5 Developer.

With V8, Crystal split the product into 3 versions: Standard, Professional and Developer. If you have Professional, you're out of luck. You need Developer.

 

[gerdecc]

I'm very interested in solving this problem, too

 

[kenhamady]

Once you get developer you can do all of the same things that you did 3 years ago. The OCX and Automation server techniques didn't go away. But now CD recommends the RDC.

The only "executibles" (exe files) that were available 3 years ago were with the compiled report features available on the menu. These were not compatible with VB integration. They are still available but you have to download the menu items. See faq149-277. Ken Hamady, On-site Custom Crystal Reports Training & Consulting
Public classes and individual training.
Guide to using Crystal in VB

http://www.kenhamady.com/

tek@kenhamady.com