>You see, this is where I may be more optimistic than most. VFP *is* a legitimate tool. If you think it is, and I do, it is. You don't need to have a surrogate organization around to provide legitimacy. Even if VFP were not considered a legitimate tool, why do you think the VFPDA would have the clout to persuade the corporate world otherwise????

I have spent my entire career in large corporations. The corporate world needs affirmation that the direction they are moving is the right decision. They get this primarily by confirming they are following market leaders. You may be touting the best whatever but without credentials you are not likely to make any in-roads. Take a look at M$ and Windows NT. It is just now becoming a more accepted platform in the corporate world, I believe largely because of advantages publicized concerning Internet development. A bad word from a M$ rep and no backing from M$ to indicate the message was wrong does irreversible damage to VFP credibility. So I speak of having another organization that promotes solutions with this tool.


John, I honestly don't disagree with much you have said. I think you have pointed out many obstacles that would need to be overcome in order for any level of success with a VFPDA. The problem I have is YOU are a respected voice in the VFP community and I think you should try to be constructive in your public opinions. A negative comment from you, based on your opinions which are not always accurate, can lead others here to form the same opinion or take similar action. I think if you, I or anyone else doesn't agree the idea of a VFPDA state it and move on. Let individuals with drive and enthusiasm continue the movement. We don't have to participate nor should we knock it. Sometimes few with good ideas and strong sense of dedication make changes.