>Thanks for the info. I think this is a very sound decision with many positive benefits.
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>I strongly suggest, as many have recently, that all Microsoft reps worldwide be immediately supplied with "talking points" so that they can positively and consistently explain the removal from Visual Studio.
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>I'm sure you will be releasing this info to the press immediately, so they can get the official Microsoft spin.
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I fully agree with you David on this point. The 'Spin' that is put out by MS reps will be what sets the tone on how VFP will be viewed by those seeking DB solutions in the future.

A prime example of this came from my own Network guy. I informed him of the decision to pull VFP out of Visual Studio Net. His response was 'Oh MS finally deciding to drop VFP?' So I agree with you fully that the existence of VFP in the long term may well hinge on how MS reps respond to questions from those with the money needing database solutions developed.