Crystal Reports: A Beginner's Guide

Learn to create presentation-quality reports using this practical introductory guide—even if you're a novice. You'll find all the information you need to get up and running with this data analysis tool and learn how to format data, generate reports, create Web-based reports, and much more.

Begin using Crystal Reports and create winning reports and documents with precision and ease. This self-paced learning resource covers all the basics clearly and accurately and is ideal for new Crystal Reports users. You'll learn how to develop and design reports, use maps and charts, organize and analyze report data, and much more. Plenty of hands-on exercises and projects are included throughout to help illustrate concepts along the way. Learn how to use the leading report-writing and analysis tool the right way with help from this step-by-step guide.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning:

• Modules—Each concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for individualized learning
• Goals—Each module opens with the specific skills you'll have by the end of the module
• Ask the Experts—Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary
• 1-Minute Drills—Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress
• Projects—Coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning
• Mastery Checks—End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions

David McAmis (Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia) is an IT consultant, journalist and author. His work has appeared in computer magazines and trade journals, and he is a regular contributor to: Access-Office-VB Advisor, Advisor Expert: Exchange & Outlook, Component Advisor, Developer's Review, E-Business Advisor, Enterprise Development, Exchange/Outlook Magazine, Internet.au, Intranet Design Magazine, Outrage and Visual Basic Programmer’s Journal.

McAmis works as an IT consultant for C3 Consulting, a Sydney-based consulting firm implementing business intelligence solutions across large-scale ERP systems. Prior to joining C3, McAmis served as Consulting Services Manager for Brilliant Training & Consulting, an IT services provider serving the Pacific Rim. He has also held the position of Vice-President of the BridgeBuilder Company, a software training and consulting company in North America. He is an expert in the field of business intelligence and is a frequent conference speaker.