Reference Overviews

We have tried to create the educational material for Dolphin to be as easy to use as possible. To this end you should find that the network of Patterns enables you to jump in and start using Dolphin at any level. Sometimes, though, you'll find that you need an overview of a topic that is just too detailed to give in a pattern sheet. That's why we've also produced this series of more expansive overviews on a variety of topics. You'll find that you come across links to these topics from other documents or, indeed, you may just wish to read through them in a linear fashion when you have the inclination.

Base Product Reference

The following overviews concern facilities that are available in the standard product.

Model-View-Presenter application framework

Value Models

Sources and changes files

Chunk file format

Binary Filing

Exception handling

Interfacing to external systems

Weak references and finalization

Add-on Product Reference

The reference documentation for the various add-on packages that can be used to enhance the base is available by following this link.