[Healeys] FileMaker - was Parts Database

[Bob Spidell]

Or the open source/free alternative: OpenOffice.org





On 7/15/2012 6:16 AM, Oudesluys wrote:
> Excel is a much simpler and universal alternative. It is mostly on your computer anyway, is easily adapted and 
> everybody can read it on their computers. You can import pictures, you can sort any way you like etc. There may be 
> other more suitable programs but you often have to pay for them, learn how they operate and are certainly not 
> universal in most cases.
> Kees Oudesluijs
> NL
>
>
> Op 15-7-2012 12:57, Steve B. Gerow schreef:
>> Keep in mind FileMaker is a database creation software. It comes with some templates, one or more of which may be
>> appropriate for storing parts information.
>>
>> The learning curve is not insignificant. Excel might be a simpler starting point. Excel spreadsheets can be converted to
>> FileMaker database files at any time.
>>
>> Suggest downloading a 30 day demo before buying - this would include above-mentioned templates:
>>
>> http://info.filemaker.com/GL-en-US-fmp-trial-landing-page.html
>>
>>
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