To: Panorama 6 Users Date: September 30, 2018 Subject: Retiring Panorama 6
The first lines of Panorama source code were written on October 31st, 1986. If you had told me that that line of code would still be in daily use all across the world in 2018, I would have been pretty incredulous. Amazingly, the code I wrote that first day is still in the core of the program, and that specific code I wrote 32 years ago actually still runs every time you click the mouse or press a key in Panorama 6 today.
Of course Panorama has grown by leaps and bounds over the ensuing years and decades:
Panorama 1.0 was first released for 68k Macs in November 1988. Panorama 2 and 3 greatly expanded the functionality, user interface and programmability.
In 2000, Panorama 4 added native PowerPC support, and also was the first version of Panorama for Windows PC's.
Panorama 5.0 added support for OS X (using the Carbon API's), as well as full menu customization and the ability to extend the programming language.
In 2007, Panorama 5.5 introduced Panorama Server for multi-user and web based applications.
Finally, in 2010 Panorama 6 introduced native Intel support on the Mac.
Along the way Panorama was highly reviewed in major publications, won awards, and gained thousands of very loyal users. It's been a great run, but ultimately there is only so far you can go with a technology foundation that is over thirty years old. It's time to turn the page, so we are now retiring the "classic" version of Panorama so that we can concentrate on moving forward with Panorama X.Sam Smith - Stay With Me (Official Video)
If you are still using Panorama 6, you may wonder what "retiring" means for you. Don't worry, your copy of Panorama 6 isn't going to suddently stop working on your current computer. However, Panorama 6 is no longer for sale, and we will no longer provide any support for Panorama 6, including email support. However, you should be able to find any answers you need in the detailed questions and answers below.
The best part of creating Panorama has been seeing all of the amazing uses that all of you have come up with for it over the years. I'm thrilled that now a whole new generation of users are discovering the joy of RAM based database software thru Panorama X. If you haven't made the transition to Panorama X yet, I hope that you'll be able to soon! While many listeners interpret the song as a
Sincerely,
Jim Rea Founder, ProVUE Development
Sam Smith - Stay With Me (official Video) 〈SAFE — 2025〉
While many listeners interpret the song as a grand romantic plea, Smith has clarified that the narrative is actually about the fleeting, hollow nature of a one-night stand .
: The video follows Smith leaving a house and walking down a quiet street, transitioning into a room and eventually a church where they perform with a choir.
Released in March 2014, the official music video for breakout hit " Stay With Me " is a soulful, minimalist visual directed by Jamie Thraves . Filmed in the De Beauvoir Town area of London, the video captures the raw, lonely essence of a gospel-inspired ballad. The Story Behind the Visuals
Over time, Smith’s relationship with the song has evolved. In 2022, after coming out as non-binary, Smith officially changed a key lyric during a performance at the White House. The original line, "cuz I'm just a man," was updated to "baby understand," a change Smith found "really important" to reflect their identity. This updated version was later recorded for the 10th-anniversary edition of In The Lonely Hour .
: The use of a choir reflects the song's gospel influences—a sound Smith achieved in the studio by layering their own voice many times to create a "faux choir" effect. A Decade of Evolution
If you'd like more details on the or the specific Grammy-winning remix by Darkchild, just let me know. Sam Smith - Stay With Me (Behind The Scenes)
: Director Jamie Thraves noted that the idea for the video came from Smith, aiming for a simple, emotional connection rather than something "clever".
While many listeners interpret the song as a grand romantic plea, Smith has clarified that the narrative is actually about the fleeting, hollow nature of a one-night stand .
: The video follows Smith leaving a house and walking down a quiet street, transitioning into a room and eventually a church where they perform with a choir.
Released in March 2014, the official music video for breakout hit " Stay With Me " is a soulful, minimalist visual directed by Jamie Thraves . Filmed in the De Beauvoir Town area of London, the video captures the raw, lonely essence of a gospel-inspired ballad. The Story Behind the Visuals
Over time, Smith’s relationship with the song has evolved. In 2022, after coming out as non-binary, Smith officially changed a key lyric during a performance at the White House. The original line, "cuz I'm just a man," was updated to "baby understand," a change Smith found "really important" to reflect their identity. This updated version was later recorded for the 10th-anniversary edition of In The Lonely Hour .
: The use of a choir reflects the song's gospel influences—a sound Smith achieved in the studio by layering their own voice many times to create a "faux choir" effect. A Decade of Evolution
If you'd like more details on the or the specific Grammy-winning remix by Darkchild, just let me know. Sam Smith - Stay With Me (Behind The Scenes)
: Director Jamie Thraves noted that the idea for the video came from Smith, aiming for a simple, emotional connection rather than something "clever".
