>As a newbie to .Net (coming from 10+ years with FoxPro) I want to get my architecture right from day One.
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>I am looking to utilise a framework so that my apps are consistent and have database flexibility. We have a number of vertical market applications to convert, all current with VFP data. Installations range from single pc to Citrix worldwide distribution so I want the flexibility of VFP data or SQL Sever or Oracle (requirement of one client).
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>I have looked at mm.net a few times over the last year and was impressed but never took the plunge. I have now had Strataframe recommended and wondered if anyone has used both or can give me any guidance of one over the other? Strataframe is more expensive, is it worth the extra?
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I don't know much about Mere Mortals so can't give you a comparison. What I have seen of StrataFrame I like. The learning curve is not too steep and you can pump out a CRUD application pretty quickly. It supports the DBMS back ends you mention.

It is not expensive at $695, not when you consider the time it will save you. Anyone who thinks they can develop that amount of functionality for $695 worth of labor is delusional IMO.

Charles Hankey is your StrataFrame go-to guy here. I am sure he will be along in a while to speak for himself.