The course
covers the essential features of Microsoft Access 2013 and discover how to
build a database and store your data more efficiently. First, we explain the
concepts behind relational databases, before moving onto building tables—the
foundation of any database. Then we explain how to define the relationships
between tables and use queries to find and filter data. The course also shows
how to apply rules and validation to minimize data entry errors; build an interface
for the database from forms, complete with interactive buttons and combo boxes;
create reports for printing and sharing; and automate these tasks and many
others with macros.
Topics include:
- Understanding table structures and relationships
- Setting primary and foreign keys
- Establishing relationships and maintaining referential integrity
- Sorting and filtering data
- Building queries with constraints and criteria
- Editing table data with queries
- Generating forms from tables
- Adding form controls
- Creating reports with totals and labels
- Embedding macros in buttons
- Repairing your database
- Protecting databases with passwords