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Steps in creating a form of an existing database table

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  Step 1: Select fields. You have a choice of two categories of suggested tables: Business and Personal. Each category contains its own suggested tables from which to choose. Each table has a list of available fields. We will use the  CD-Collection  Sample table in the Personal category to select the fields we need. Category :  Select  Personal . The  Sample Tables  drop down list changes to a list of personal sample tables. Sample Tables : Select  CD-Collection .  The  Available  fields window changes to a list of available fields for this table. Selected Fields : Using the  >  button, move these fields from the  Available fields  window to the  Selected fields  window in this order:  Collection ID, Album Title, Artist, Date Purchased, Format, Notes,  and  Number of Tracks . Selected Fields from another sample  table. Click Business as the Category. Select  Employees  f...

Importance of filtering and sorting in different activities

  What is the importance of sorting and filtering? Essentially, sorting and filtering are tools that let you organize your data. When you sort data, you are putting it in order. Filtering data lets you hide unimportant data and focus only on the data you're interested in. Sorting and filtering offer two different ways to customize the view of data in your sheet. You can't do both at the same time so it's best to determine in advance which option will help more. Sorting lets you organize all or part of your data in ascending or descending order. Note that you cannot undo a sort after it has been saved so you'll want to make sure that all of your rows in your sheet, including parent rows in a hierarchy, are ordered the way you want before saving. Filters allow you to show or hide information on your sheet based on selected criteria. They're useful because they don't change the overall layout of your sheet. You can also save filters and share them with anyone who ...

Different elements in Access 2010

  Databases in Access 2010 are composed of four objects: tables, queries, forms, and reports. Together, these objects allow you to enter, store, analyze, and compile your data however you want. In this lesson, you will learn about each of the four objects and come to understand how they interact with each other to create a fully functional relational database. The Access objects Tables, queries, forms, and reports are the framework for any database you create in Access. Understanding how each of these objects works will help you create a database that will be useful and help you retrieve the information you need. Tables By this point, you should already understand that a database is a collection of data organized into many connected lists. In Access, all data is stored in tables, which puts tables at the heart of any database. You might already know that tables are organized into vertical columns and horizontal rows. In Access, rows and columns are referred to as records and field...

Understanding data and databases

  Data is made up of small facts and information without context. If you give data context, then you have information. Knowledge is gained when information is consumed and used for decision making. A database is an organized  collection of related  information. A database is  an organized collection of structured information, or data, typically stored electronically in a computer system . ... The data can then be easily accessed, managed, modified, updated, controlled, and organized. Most databases use structured query language (SQL) for writing and querying data. What is the purpose of a database? The purpose of a database is  to help your business stay organized and keep information easily accessible , so that you can use it. Understanding Data and Databases No matter what kind of application you are working on in any programming language you eventually care about having data that exist beyond the running of the application. Data that doesn't disappear when a...

The effect of proper planning and designing of a database in creating table

  All You Need to Know About Database Design Database includes bulk information deposited in a framework, making it easier to locate and explore relevant information. A well-designed database contains accurate and up-to-date information for analysis and reporting. We cannot stress enough on   the importance of a database for a company dealing with heaps of data regularly. The database design can play a crucial role in efficiently executing queries and ensuring information consistency. In this blog, we’ll talk about database design, its importance, lifecycle, and techniques, along with the key steps you can take to develop a robust database design for your enterprise. What is Database Design? Database design is a collection of steps that help create, implement, and maintain a business’s data management systems. The primary purpose of designing a database is to produce physical and logical models of designs for the proposed database system. What is a Good Database Design? A good...

The uses of different elements in Access 2010

   In this topic, we are going to enumerate the different uses of the elements in Access 2010 Window.  Microsoft Access - is a relational database program that it is usually used to create and maintain tables, queries, forms, and reports.  TITLE BAR - this displays the name of the database and the program. QUICK ACCESS TOOLBAR - it contains the frequently used commands that are independent of the tab displayed on the Ribbon RIBBON - contains multiple tabs with several groups of commands needed in order to do tasks. Below, I'll give the different elements of Ribbon.  FILE - contains commands related to managing files and customizing the program  HOME - home tab is active by default. CREATE - it gives commands used to create new database objects. EXTERNAL DATA - commands used to import from or link to data in external sources or export data to external sources. DATABASE TOOLS - provides access to miscellaneous tools and wizards.  NAVIGATION PAN...