Product Description'I recommend this book for anyone who wants a strong foundation in Access.' —Jeff Lenamon, CIBC World Markets
Updated edition with exciting new Access 2007 features!
Harness the power of Access 2007 with the expert guidance in this comprehensive reference. Beginners will appreciate the thorough attention to database fundamentals and terminology. Experienced users can jump right into Access 2007 enhancements like the all-new user interface and wider use of XML and Web services. Each of the book's six parts thoroughly focuses on key elements in a logical sequence, so you have what you need, when you need it. Designed as both a reference and a tutorial, Access 2007 Bible is a powerful tool for developers needing to make the most of the new features in Access 2007.
Build Access tables using good relational database techniques
Construct efficient databases using a five-step design method
Design efficient data-entry and data display forms
Utilize the improved Access report designer
Use Visual Basic(r) for Applications and the VBA Editor to automate applications
Build and customize Access 2007 ribbons
Seamlessly exchange Access data with SharePoint(r)
Employ advanced techniques such as the Windows(r) API and object-oriented programming
Add security and use data replication in your Access applications
What's on the CD-ROM?
Follow the examples in the book chapter by chapter using the bonus materials on the CD-ROM. You'll find separate Microsoft Access database files for each chapter and other working files, including
All the examples and databases used in the book, including database files, images, data files in various formats, and icon files used in the book's examples
A complete sample application file, including queries, reports, objects, and modules, that you can use as a reference
See the CD-ROM appendix for details and complete system requirements.
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - A Waste of Time
I have used books such as this to teach myself how to use much more complicated software (such as Visual C++ 6) with great success to the point of selling my own software developed with Visual C++. I have dabbled in earlier versions of Access and bought this book to upgrade my skills and get productive quickly with Access 2007. Not a hope! The book is poorly proof read and has many errors. Old versions of text rewritten, presumably to improve clarity, are left in place, thus adding to confusion. ... Read More
Rating: - Summary Review of Access 2007 Books
This is the summary review of four Access 2007 books:
"Special Edition: Using Access 2007" (Special)
"Access 2007 Bible" (Bible)
"The missing Manual of Access 2007" (Manual)
"Access 2007 for dummies" (Dummies)
In sum, the special edition is the best. Buy the special edition. Even you are a fresh beginner on Access.
(My story? Well, I read the dummies first. Then looked at Manual, doesn't like it. So I got the bible. Still unsatisfied. Finally, I ... Read More
Rating: - Only for the experienced
This book is not for the novice user. I know a little about programming and am barely able to stumble through the programming sections. An example is the scope of variables. I'm familiar with most variable types but not "static". All others are defined (public, private, dim, etc) but not static. There is mention of static but little real information.
This was written when the product was in beta test and it shows. The examples seem to be of screen shots and the type size is about ... Read More
Rating: - CD Doesn't Match the Book
The CD has one example distributed over many chapters. However, there are other examples the book claims to be on the CD that just aren't there. The book needs a web site with up-to-date examples.
Rating: - Office 2007 Bible: For experienced Users Only!
I am an experienced Access user; however, the new Office 2007 took a little time to learn. If you are a beginner trying to learn the 2007 version, I suggest you purchase a more step-by-step book. With my experience, I found it beneficial after I learned the new 2007 ribbon.
- A Waste of Time
- Only for the experienced
- Office 2007 Bible: For experienced Users Only!
