Recommended way to return single scalar value from a database

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AudreyHomer posted on Monday, August 14, 2006

Hi. I have a need to return a single scalar value. Its just a check for existence. It seems over kill to create a class just for that. How do you guys typically handle this? Thanks!

matt tag replied on Monday, August 14, 2006

I create a class. It seems like overkill the first time you use it - you'll pat yourself on the back the 15th time you use it...

matt tag

skagen00 replied on Monday, August 14, 2006

I created a class too.

I actually have it built in the modified code gen templates that I use for Editable Roots. It's really cookie-cutter code...

Chris