I originally (many years ago) wrote my applications using VB6 on the assumption that it was a strategic Microsoft product and so I would be able to run them as long as I wanted. However with Windows 8 it looks like VB6 will not longer be able to run.
What do people think is a good strategic alternative to VB6 as a simple development environment for applications not needing Internet access (they just run on the PC)? I really do not want to have to convert the applications again in the future.
Go for .net , it runs on a "virtual machine" and it seems it will be here for long time to come. The development cycle is similar to VB6.
You can look at PowerBasic Compiler for Windows + PowerBasic Forms 2.0...
Delphi is an option and depending on how complex your programs are there are some conversion tools available.
Alternatives abound, and choosing a good one is hard enough. Forget finding a "best" one.
Some people like Jabaco, which has the advantage of targeting multiple platforms.
VB6 SP6 run perfectly on 8 full version, some kb update will stop system info and rtf tools from loading, so be careful if in case you app uses them, when doing some kb updates be careful and reimage your system regularly.
WARINING: IF YOU HAVE NOT UPGRADE FROM 8.0 TO 8.1 NOW, PLEASE DON T, BECAUSE ABOUT 90% OF THE TOOL DOESN T WORK. IT MAY BE SUPPORTED LATER, SO WAIT.
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