Visual FoxPro is a relational database management system known for its speed and flexibility. It provides an object-oriented development environment that is fully integrated with the Windows operating system. Visual FoxPro supports event-driven and object-oriented programming, allowing developers to create applications in a more visual and flexible way compared to earlier FoxPro versions. The development environment includes menus, toolbars, and a command window to provide access to the system's features and development tools.