What is meant by DDE?
The term "DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange)" refers to a mechanism in Microsoft Windows-based systems that allows applications to exchange data in real-time. DDE enables communication and updating of data between different applications running under Windows by establishing a dynamic connection between them.
Typical software functions in the area of "DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange)" include:
- Data Updates: Automatic updating of data in an application when the source data changes.
- Data Linking: Setting up links between different applications for data transfer.
- Real-time Data Transfer: Transfer of data in real-time between applications without manual intervention.
- Automated Processes: Automation of processes based on updated data from another application.
- Interface Integration: Integration of data and functions of different applications to enhance workflows.
- User-Friendly Interface: Providing a user-friendly interface for configuring and managing DDE connections.
Examples of "DDE (Dynamic Data Exchange)":
- Excel and Word Integration: Automatic data exchange between Excel spreadsheets and Word documents for report updates.
- Production Monitoring System: Transfer of production data from a SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) system into a database for real-time analysis.
- Financial Market Analysis: Automatic update of stock market data in an analysis tool for financial experts.
- Inventory Management: Real-time updating of inventory levels in an ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) system through integration with a sales system.
- Customer Service: Updating customer data in a CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software based on incoming calls.