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Mastering VBA for Microsoft Office 2007

by Richard Mansfield

Book Details

Publisher:John Wiley & Sons
Published:2012-06-22
Pages:1088
Format:BOOK
Language:en

Reading Info

About This Book

Even if you're not a programmer, you can quickly learn to write macros, automate tasks, and create custom applications for Office 2007 with Microsoft'sVisual Basic for Applications (VBA) and the in-depth instruction in this comprehensive guide. You'll jump right into the basics of recording and running macros with Office's built-in Macro Recorder, before quickly moving to the essentials of VBA syntax, using loops and functions, building effective code, and programming applications in Word, Excel

Our Review

This comprehensive guide delivers exactly what it promises: a clear path from absolute beginner to proficient VBA programmer for the Office 2007 suite. The book smartly starts by demystifying the process with the built-in Macro Recorder, allowing even non-programmers to see immediate results by automating simple, repetitive tasks. It then methodically builds on that foundation, introducing core programming concepts like VBA syntax, loops, and functions without overwhelming the reader. This structured approach to learning Visual Basic for Applications makes the often-intimidating world of Office automation feel accessible and achievable.

What sets this manual apart is its practical, application-focused methodology; you're not just learning abstract code, but building custom solutions for Word and Excel from the ground up. The instruction excels at breaking down complex programming logic into digestible steps, emphasizing the construction of effective and reliable code for real-world office productivity tasks. Anyone looking to eliminate drudgery from their daily workflow by creating custom applications will find this an indispensable resource, transforming their entire approach to using Microsoft Office.

Themes

Computers

Subjects

Computers