While ReportSmith is easy to use,
"report writing" is a learned skill. Writing reports is easier after you have
received training on how to select, array, organize, and present data for a
report. Our training classes are proven and tailored to your needs.
Basic
Training Class
If you have no experience with
reporting or ReportSmith, start with this one-day class. The class is an
introduction to ReportSmith and training on the skills to use ReportSmith.
The training class is limited to 6
participants so everyone receives individual attention. Training can be
Internet-based or directly on-site.
Among the
topics typically covered:
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Introduction to databases |
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Overview of editing functions |
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Introduction to report writing |
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Overview of math functions |
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Introduction to the four main types of ReportSmith reports |
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Introduction to derived fields using SQL |
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Overview of columnar and crosstab reports |
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Use of charts, text and graphics in a report |
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Choosing tables and fields |
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Inserting fields into a report |
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Linking tables (when needed) |
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Formatting reports |
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How to define selection criteria |
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Overview of grouping & sorting |
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How to create report variables |
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Overview of showing or hiding detail |
Intermediate Training Class
If you have taken the Basic
Training Class or have hands-on experience with ReportSmith,
continue with this one-day class. The class
offers more in-depth training on more complex skills to use
more of ReportSmith's many functions.
The training class is limited to 6
participants so everyone receives individual attention. Training can be
Web-based or directly on-site.
Among the
topics typically covered:
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Use of more complex SQL derived fields for data grouping |
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Introduction to ReportBasic, ReportSmith's macro language |
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Overview of non-duplicate reports |
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Overview of named connections |
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Overview of master/detail reports |
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How to use date manipulation and calculations |
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Use of more complex selection criteria |
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How to insert crosstab reports into columnar reports |
Custom
Training Class
If your needs are not met by the
Basic or Intermediate Classes, then you may benefit from a Custom Training
Class. These classes can be tailored for particular application needs,
configuration needs, and more specialized ReportSmith use.
We conduct these training classes
directly on-site to facilitate trainees creating reports with the actual data
and configurations that they use every day. The training class is limited to 6
participants so everyone receives individual attention.
A Custom Training Class can
include a half-day or full-day overviews of ReportSmith. These overviews are
especially useful at user group meetings, presentations to sales staff, and
other group sessions.
Contact us with your special
needs, so we can create a unique Custom Training Class specifically for you.
