<input type=”checkbox” name=”checkbox[]” value=”<?php echo $id ?>” />

That $id will be used to refer to the records to be updated.

To process the form data you use $_POST['checkbox'][$i], for example:

for ($i = 0; $i < count($_POST['checkbox']); ++$i) {
echo “item id: ” . $_POST['checkbox'][$i];
}

1. Select any table and go to operations tab, if InnoDB is listed under storage engine drop down menu then jump to step 5.
2. So InnoDB is disabled in mysql engine, edit the \xampp\mysql\bi\my.cnf file and remove the hashes that are required to enable InnoDB (its self explanatory).
3. Add a line in the above file, default_storage_engine=InnoDB (This makes InnoDB the default storage engine).
4. Restart mysql from the xampp control panel or from MS services.
5. Make sure, both PARENT and CHILD tables are of storage type InnoDB.
6. REFERENCED key (in parent) should be primary and REFERENCING key (in child) should be index.
7. In the CHILD table’s structure view, click on the link ‘relations view’ (it lies above ‘add fields’).
8. In the row corresponding to the REFERENCING key, select the REFERENCED key from the second column drop box.
9. Click go .. you’ll see that the required query is executed.

There are many CRM (Customer Relationship Management) software systems to choose from but, if you are just starting out in Sales, or if you own a small business, then before you invest in CRM software, it is a great idea to first consider trying some of the free CRM online (or web based) solutions. Some are available as free open source software for you to download to your computer. Once you try one or two of them, you will then have a better idea and know first hand what you want or don’t want “feature-wise” should you decide to purchase a CRM system down the road. Here is a list of websites to visit that offer free CRM software.

List of Free CRM Online Services and Free Open Source Software

• FreeCRM.com – This is a very popular free CRM system and will no doubt cover all of your needs for sales lead management. This system is an online or web-based service so you do not need to download any software. It also makes it easy to access from any computer when you are away from your office. It’s easy to use with a long list of features. Register for free.
• SalesForce.com - Salesforce CRM is another free CRM online service; there is no need to download anything to your computer. The Personal Edition is free for a single user only. Register an account for free.
• Zoho.com – Zoho offers a free online CRM solution for up to three users. This system also has features that can accommodate the small business owner with an ingetrated inventory management system. Register for free.
• Vtiger.com - Vtiger is free open source software for CRM. It is available for both Windows and Linux systems. It offers many features that were developed mainly for the small to medium sized business. Free for anyone to download and use.
• SassLight.com – SassLight is a free web based (or online) CRM solution. Very easy to use with video tutorials available on the website. Free to register and use for one person only.