Databasing Excitement January 4, 2013
Posted by makingyourdashcount in Uncategorized.Tags: cats, challenges, jigsaw, jigsaw puzzle, Microsoft Access, organization, projects, puzzle
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This is an exciting update. As predicted, I did find my key code for my Access software. I had it in a document file with my backed up Office Professional software. Yea, for me! So I reinstalled Office and voilà, Access.
I’ve been building the database and loading it with data. So far, I’ve put in about 60 pieces. It isn’t scientific and I know that I am missing out on a lot of information, particularly when two cats share one piece. Since I have one field for fur color, for example, if there are two cats I only note the dominant one. (I probably would be better off listing the other, if you think about it, but a choice is a choice.) The same goes for accessories, clothing, eyes, etc.
Aside from their thinking that I am certifiably crazy, someone from work asked me how I could be making progress on a puzzle, if I am not yet even trying to put pieces together? I actually think that I am making tremendous progress. Once I complete this stage of the project, I will time how long it takes me to actually complete it. If you wish to act as a control group and assemble it in the traditional way, let me know!
My next update will include screen shots of my database, queries and reports. Meow
Making your Dash Count 
Having read this I believed it was rather informative.
I appreciate you finding the time and effort to put this content together.
I once again find myself personally spending a lot of time both reading and commenting.
But so what, it was still worthwhile!