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Application for developing data-related .NET applications

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dotConnect Universal - 2026 Pricing, Features, Reviews & Alternatives

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dotConnect Universal overview

What is dotConnect Universal?

dotConnect Universal is a comprehensive solution for developing data-related .NET applications with seamless database connectivity. It provides universal access to major database servers, including Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Oracle, DB2, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite, InterBase, and Firebird, all with a single codebase. This eliminates the need for writing conditional code for different providers or using ADO.NET interfaces directly.

The tool supports high-performance data operations and easy integration with various development environments. It utilizes efficient algorithms and optimized connection pooling to handle large-scale operations without compromising on speed. dotConnect Universal boosts productivity and ensures that applications interact with databases in the most effective and scalable way. It offers full compliance with ADO.NET standards, compatibility with .NET platforms, and integration with Visual Studio features. The product also provides design-time extensions, wizards, native data types, classes, and structures for enhanced usability.

dotConnect Universal's architecture includes core ADO.NET classes for establishing connections, executing SQL statements, reading data, and managing transactions. It also offers extra ADO.NET classes for connection string building, SQL execution monitoring, custom provider representation, and command generation. With its robust security features, flexible connectivity options, and cost-effective deployment, dotConnect Universal is the ultimate solution for developing data-related .NET applications with seamless access to multiple database servers.

Key benefits of using dotConnect Universal

  • One codebase for all your database connection needs.
  • Full compliance with ADO.NET.
  • UniSQL for writing server-independent queries.
  • Compatibility with various .NET platforms, including ASP.NET.
  • Integration with Visual Studio features, such as Server Explorer.
  • Design-time extensions and wizards.
  • Native data types, classes, and structures.
  • Starting price

    539.95

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    dotConnect Universal's features

    Data connectors
    Data import/export
    Data management
    Data warehouse
    Database support
    ETL
    Integrations management
    Monitoring
    Multiple data sources
    Third-Party integrations

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    Features included:

    • .NET Framework support
    • Bundled providers for Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite
    • Support for other and custom providers
    • Design-time features
    • Advanced VS Integration
    • ASP.NET providers support
    • Dataset wizard
    • dbMonitor support

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    539.95

    Features included:

    • .NET Framework support
    • Bundled providers for Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite
    • Support for other and custom providers
    • Common ADO.NET classes
    • Design-time features
    • Advanced VS Integration
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    Features included:

    • .NET Framework support
    • Bundled providers for Oracle, MySQL, PostgreSQL, SQLite
    • Support for other and custom providers
    • Common ADO.NET classes
    • Design-time features
    • Advanced VS Integration
    • ASP.NET providers support
    • Dataset wizard
    • dbMonitor support

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    dotConnect Universal support options

    Typical customers

    Freelancers
    Small businesses
    Mid size businesses
    Large enterprises

    Platforms supported

    Web
    Android
    iPhone/iPad

    Support options

    Email/Help Desk
    FAQs/Forum
    Knowledge Base

    Training options

    Documentation
    Videos

    dotConnect Universal FAQs

    Q. What type of pricing plans does dotConnect Universal offer?

    dotConnect Universal has the following pricing plans:
    Pricing model: Open Source
    Free Trial: Available | (No Credit Card required)

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    Q. Who are the typical users of dotConnect Universal?

    dotConnect Universal has the following typical customers:
    Freelancers, Large Enterprises, Mid Size Business, Small Business


    Q. What languages does dotConnect Universal support?

    dotConnect Universal supports the following languages:
    English


    Q. Does dotConnect Universal offer an API?

    No, dotConnect Universal does not have an API available.


    Q. What other apps does dotConnect Universal integrate with?

    dotConnect Universal integrates with the following applications:
    Microsoft Visual Studio, Amazon Aurora, Microsoft Azure, Amazon RDS, PostgreSQL, Oracle Database, MySQL, Aiven for PostgreSQL, MariaDB, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), SQLite, Google Cloud SQL, Microsoft Access, Visual Studio Code, IBM Db2


    Q. What level of support does dotConnect Universal offer?

    dotConnect Universal offers the following support options:
    Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base

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