Introduction

The SmartComponent Library comes with a rich set of tutorials and videos that guide you from first steps to advanced usage of the framework. These materials typically start with setting up the demo and development environment, then walk you through building data‑centric applications using the CustomerExplorer sample. Step by step you learn how to use core components like SmartBusinessEntityAdapter, SmartDataBrowser and SmartToolbarController, how to design forms and viewers with the Visual Designer, and how to connect them to the OERA-based backend.

The tutorials are complemented by video recordings that demonstrate the same workflows in the OpenEdge GUI for .NET, so you can follow along visually while implementing the examples in your own workspace. Together, the written guides and videos provide a practical, hands‑on introduction to the SmartComponent Library, its concepts, and recommended best practices for real-world projects.