you're right.. if the sql statement can't be parsed, for whatever reason, then
the parameters collection will be empty.  if you're calling a stored procedure,
make sure the stored procedure is there, and executable.  if it's a
parameterized query, make sure it's syntax is correct.  try a simple 'SELECT *
FROM table WHERE column = ?' parameterized query to see if it gets parsed
correctly.
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Fred Woolard
a4 Health Systems