- How much experience do I need to create a Qrimp application? Anyone with a basic level of computer skills can learn to build a database application with Qrimp. We created the Platform with all levels of experience in mind. Newbies can stick to the basics and those with more knowledge can delve into advanced features and write operations, javascript and SQL security statements to do even more with their data.
- Do I have to download anything? Do I need any other programs to be able to build databases with Qrimp? No downloads required. No other programs are needed. All you need is your web browser. Qrimp currently works in Internet Explorer 6.0+, Mozilla and Safari. You can create and manage all of your database tables directly from the web. (Download is required to work offline with Synchronize).
- What kind of application can I build with Qrimp? With Qrimp you can build any kind of database application - from a simple blog to an enterprise-class financial knowledge management and collaboration system and everything in between. Qrimp has been used to build online stores, corporate intranets, ISP management systems, student gradebooks, photo-sharing websites, digital asset management systems and more.
- Is my data secure? Yes, as much as any data can be. Qrimp takes all precautions to ensure that your data will be accessed only by you and your authorized users. Qrimp applications can be secured with SSL 128-bit encryption, the same technology used by online retailers to protect credit card transactions and ensure safety during data transfer.
- Can I host my application behind my firewall? Yes! The Qrimp Platform can be installed on your server behind your firewall for internal use. This will ensure that your data is accessed only by those who have access to your servers. Contact us for more details.
- What if I want to export my data? If you want to use another database application simultaneously, or if decide you no longer wish to use Qrimp, you can export your data.There are several ways to get your data out of your Qrimp app. You can export as excel, csv or XML. You can also generate SQL scripts to rebuild your data in your own database manager.
- Can I work offline? Yes! Qrimp's one-of-a-kind Synchronize feature allows you to work on a local copy of your application when you are not connected to the Internet. When you reconnect, you synchronize your application and all of the changes you made to your data are uploaded. Synchronizer requires Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express and IIS6 (both are free) and a copy of our binaries. Contact support for more information.
- How much does it cost? Qrimp is quite affordable. We have pricing options for hosted services or server installations.
- Will Qrimp fit within my existing Agile Methodology? Qrimp is inherently Agile. It was designed to allow applications to be quickly developed and enhanced over time by multiple teams working simultaneously. Qrimp systems allow immediate interaction with the end user for sprint sign-off and quick stakeholder buy-in which facilitates confidence in the overall project and higher success ratios.
- Is Qrimp environmentally friendly? Qrimp was formed in part because we want to contribute to the betterment of the environment by making it easier for people to telecommute and transfer information over the Internet instead of travelling and printing documents. Our servers are run in intelligent clusters - a step that reduces the environmental impact caused by data storage.
- Why would I want to use Qrimp? Until now, developing web applications required a vast amount of programming knowledge and expensive development environments. Qrimp changes that - we make it easy for anyone to work and collaborate online - even if they don't have a four-year degree in computer engineering! We are here to remove the barrier between you and the web application of your dreams. With Qrimp you can work better, faster and smarter.
Applications are hosted in a physically secure and redundant data center. Backups are made daily.