Who Should Read This Book?

Access VBA Programming is written for the Access power user who is familiar with the basics of creating database applications using the Access interface. It assumes that you know your way about the Access interface and are familiar with creating tables, queries, and reports using either wizards or Design View, and that possibly you’ve created forms and run Access macros as well.

It also assumes that you’re ready and eager to take the next step—either that you’re experiencing the limitations of the Access interface and want to learn more, or that you find yourself in the position where you need to know more in order to create professional applications for other users.

Although we have written this book using Access 2003 in all cases, we have also tested it using previous versions of Access. We’ve also tried to be as sensitive as possible to differences in Access versions. Because of this, the book should serve as a useful introduction to Access programming as long as you’re using Access 97 or a later version.