Java: Connect to MySQL Asynchronously

[chris.cavage]

I have a VB6 project that connects to a remote MySql database. I connect Asynchronously.

I like this method because as it's connecting, I have a "Loading" animation display inside a textbox.

If the connection is successful, then I execute a command.

If the connection fails, I execute another command.

I just downloaded Netbeans for Java. I am wondering how I can accomplish what I just described in Java.

Does anyone have any sources that I can read up on to do what I need?

I have been searching, but couldn't find what I'm looking for yet. Thank you.

[ComputerJy]

You can read this tutorial (http://www.developer.com/article.php/3417381) which is really long, or just use the MySQL driver that comes with Netbeans and read it's help.

Up to you

[chris.cavage]

Thank you.