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LOOKING FOR: PICTURE BOOK TEXTS / ILLUSTRATIONS Lucy Brownridge is Editorial Director at Wide Eyed Editions and Frances Lincoln Children’s Books, and formerly Thames & Hudson where she helped to establish the Children’s list. She has developed and edited books for children with Alan Ahlberg, Quentin Blake, Mariajo Ilustrajo, Kristjana S Williams, Bob & Roberta Smith, Yuval Zommer and Joe Coelho among others. She is the author of The Cat Family series, and many non-fiction titles for children. She is interested in the history of picture books and is always looking for innovative ways to use the book format. Her favourite books are funny, deceptively simple, thoughtfully written, distinctively illustrated and encourage a love for reading both words and pictures. Lucy would like you to submit the following depending on whether you are a picture book writer / illustrator or both. ABOUT YOU Include a covering letter, in a word document, telling Lucy about yourself and your sources of inspiration. If you have one, include a link to your website. She is keen to read stories she hasn't seen before or see artwork with a distinctive style rather than something that fits with trends. She has particular experience with picture books and illustrated narrative non-fiction. AUTHORS Please send a full manuscript (or 3), in a word document, starting with a short summary/blurb. Make the summary punchy and engaging. Remember that the best picture book stories are simple and every word should count. Do you see this book as part of a series? ILLUSTRATORS If you have a picture book idea please send a story board and a summary of the story. Please send a diverse selection of artworks from your portfolio. It is useful to see examples of the following: people of different ages and ethnicities, character studies showing a range of clothes and expressions, animals, a selection of everyday objects, wide-angle vistas, an example of a book cover (i.e. a classic book reimagined). Please send these in PDF where possible. (In addition to the paid sessions, Lucy is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Thursday 15th May 2025

PC fundamentals training course description A basic introductory course for those who have never worked with PCs before. The principle target audience is for those who will become PC support people. What will you learn Cable PCs. Perform preventive maintenance on PCs Run Windows and start applications. Use Microsoft Office applications. Customise Windows. PC fundamentals training course details Who will benefit: Anyone new to PCs. Prerequisites: None. Duration 3 days PC fundamentals training course contents PC hardware Overview of components inside a PC, cabling up a PC, preventive maintenance, cleaning mice, hardware screen controls, booting a PC. Windows overview Versions of Windows, Starting Windows, logging on, shutting down. Using Windows The desktop, the start menu and submenus, getting help, shutting down Windows, switching between applications, sizing and controlling windows, special keys on the keyboard. Accessing files and folders Folders and files, Windows explorer, IE, creating, viewing and manipulating folders, creating, viewing and manipulating files, permissions, bits and bytes, the recycle bin, undeleting and undoing, formatting floppy disks, using floppy disks DOS Accessing DOS, basic DOS commands, drives. Microsoft Office Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, emails, browsing the Internet, printing files, managing print queues. Printing Overview, printing, properties Customisation Customising the task bar, customising the start menu. The control panel, mouse and display properties, Desktop settings, setting the date and time. Networking overview Workgroups and domains, Accessing file and print resources

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1101 Certification Exam and the CompTIA A+ Core 2 220-1102 Certification Exam. Overview On course completion, participants will be able to: Support operating systems. Install and configure PC system unit components and peripheral devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot display and multimedia devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot storage devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot internal system components. Install, configure, and maintain operating systems. Maintain and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows. Explain network infrastructure concepts. Configure and troubleshoot network connections. Manage users, workstations, and shared resources. Implement client virtualization and cloud computing. Implement physical security. Secure workstations and data. Troubleshoot workstation security issues. Support and troubleshoot laptops. Support and troubleshoot mobile devices. Install, configure, and troubleshoot print devices. Implement operational procedures. CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today's core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today's digital world. It is the only industry recognized credential with performance-based items to prove pros can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks in the moment. It is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management and technical support roles. CompTIA A+ is regularly re-invented by IT experts to ensure that it validates core skills and abilities demanded in the workplace. 1 - Installing Motherboards and Connectors Explain Cable Types and Connectors Install and Configure Motherboards Explain Legacy Cable Types 2 - Installing System Devices Install and Configure Power Supplies and Cooling Select and Install Storage Devices Install and Configure System Memory Install and Configure CPUs 3 - Troubleshooting PC Hardware Apply Troubleshooting Methodology Configure BIOS/UEFI Troubleshoot Power and Disk Issues Troubleshoot System and Display Issues 4 - Comparing Local Networking Hardware Compare Network Types Compare Networking Hardware Explain Network Cable Types Compare Wireless Networking Types 5 - Configuring Network Addressing and Internet Connections Compare Internet Connection Types Use Basic TCP/IP Concepts Compare Protocols and Ports Compare Network Configuration Concepts 6 - Supporting Network Services Summarize Services Provided by Networked Hosts Compare Internet and Embedded Appliances Troubleshoot Networks 7 - Summarizing Virtualization and Cloud Concepts Summarize Client-Side Virtualization Summarize Cloud Concepts 8 - Supporting Mobile Devices Set Up Mobile Devices and Peripherals Configure Mobile Device Apps Install and Configure Laptop Hardware Troubleshoot Mobile Device Issues 9 - Supporting Print Devices Deploy Printer and Multifunction Devices Replace Print Device Consumables Troubleshoot Print Device Issues 10 - Configuring Windows Configure Windows User Settings Configure Windows System Settings 11 - Managing Windows Use Management Consoles Use Performance and Troubleshooting Tools Use Command-line Tools 12 - Identifying OS Types and Features Explain OS Types Compare Windows Editions 13 - Supporting Windows Perform OS Installations and Upgrades Install and Configure Applications Troubleshoot Windows OS Problems 14 - Managing Windows Networking Manage Windows Networking Troubleshoot Windows Networking Configure Windows Security Settings Manage Windows Shares 15 - Managing Linux and macOS Identify Features of Linux Identify Features of macOS 16 - Configuring SOHO Network Security Explain Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities Compare Wireless Security Protocols Configure SOHO Router Security Summarize Security Measures 17 - Managing Security Settings Configure Workstation Security Configure Browser Security Troubleshoot Workstation Security Issues 18 - Supporting Mobile Software Configure Mobile OS Security Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Software Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Security 19 - Using Support and Scripting Tools Use Remote Access Technologies Implement Backup and Recovery Explain Data Handling Best Practices Identify Basics of Scripting 20 - Implementing Operational Procedures Implement Best Practice Documentation Use Proper Communication Techniques Use Common Safety and Environmental Procedures

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION Marilia Savvides founded The Plot Agency in 2024. She began her career in publishing at Peters Fraser and Dunlop, where she spent eight years, first as International Rights Agent, and later as Literary Agent, building her own list of authors. In 2019, she joined 42MP, where she worked as Literary Agent for four years, helping to launch and set up the Book Division. She is particularly interested in fiction that is beautifully written and cleverly constructed, but still accessible to a wide readership. She is often drawn to darker tales that weave together excellent characters and an impossible-to-put-down story, from immersive book club novels with a splash of suspense, crime and thrillers, accessible horror, and speculative, genre-bending or dystopian stories. She also adores smart, witty contemporary rom-com in the style of Emily Henry. In the thriller, crime and mystery space she is interested in most areas, except military thrillers and organised crime/ mafia / mob stories. Big hooks and clever set ups are a big bonus! She adores Karin Slaughter (especially her standalone novels) and Gillian Flynn. In the book club / reading group space, she’s particularly drawn to fiction in the vein of Jodi Picoult, Liane Moriarty and Celeste Ng, and absolutely fell in love with Bright Young Women by Jessica Knoll, both for the incredible voice, and the exquisite use of structure and time. Complicated family dynamics, empathetic and smart approaches to controversial issues, stand out protagonists (like Elizabeth Zott in Lessons in Chemistry or Bernadette in Where D’You Go Bernadette), long buried secrets, complicity, the road to justice, and impossible decisions, are all themes she finds herself drawn to. In the horror space, she’s a sucker for amazing female-centric stories in the vein of Yellowjackets, and the kind of contemporary, accessible horror that Stephen King always nails. She wants to get lost in a world that feels within reach of ours. In the speculative and dystopian spaces, she’s interested in genius ideas that set up big questions or reflect the most broken (and sometimes hidden) parts of society. She loves Octavia Butler, Margaret Atwood, George Orwell, and also adored The Leftovers, Station Eleven, Wanderers, and The Power. The what-ifs of life and fiction fascinate her. In the grounded sci-fi space, she’d love to find a smart, immersive, and accessible story like The Martian. She doesn’t represent fantasy or romantasy. In regards to sci-fi, unless it’s very grounded and has crossover potential to a mainstream audience, it’s not for her. In the romance space, she’s particularly drawn to smart, complex and witty characters, where the chemistry is jumping off the page. She loves contemporary settings and all the tropes, though the voice and characters must come first to make the reading experience fully immersive. She wants to be cackling, and rooting for the characters with all her heart. She is very hands-on editorially, and loves working with her authors to shape their manuscripts, and brainstorm ideas. The best part of the job is discovering debut authors, and helping them find a home for their books. Marilia would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 - 2 page synopsis and the first 5,000 words of your manuscript in a single Word document.  (In addition to the paid sessions, Marilia is kindly offering one free session for low income/underrepresented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 19th May 2025

LOOKING FOR: ADULT FICTION, NON-FICTION Daisy Chandley joined PFD in 2019 after graduating from the University of Oxford with a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics. She is an Associate Agent and assistant to Senior Agent Annabel Merullo and Head of Books Tim Bates as the UK sub-agent for New Directions Publishing in the US. Daisy is actively building a list of both fiction and non-fiction authors across a range of genres. With fiction, Daisy's wishlist roughly falls into three categories – if something feels like it overlaps between them, even better! 1) Sharp, original novels on the literary to upmarket spectrum, all the way from deeply dark and boundary-pushing books like Hurricane Season, Under The Skin or In The Cut to those balancing edge, heart and humour, like Detransition, Baby or A Visit From The Goon Squad. She loves irreverent wit, daring approaches in narrative or form, and seriously unsettling stories in equal measure, and if you can bring a few of those elements into one, it’ll go straight to the top of her. 2) Com-heavy rom-coms, whether in the dry but ultimately sob-inducing vein of Greta and Valdin or a Nora Ephron film, the escapist screwball delight of a Cary Grant classic, or the more unusual, genre-bending style of something like Palm Springs. Daisy is a sucker for Emily Henry and will always be happy to see an innovative take on tropey love stories, but is equally very keen to see to things a bit outside of the box, whether that’s integrating speculative elements, dark humour, or topical issues. In any case, humour and originality are my priority, and affectionately snarky bickering is the best way to make her fall head over heels with a couple. 3) Sleuths! Daisy is not the right person for police procedurals, but loves classic detectives and amateur sleuths. Whether it’s a delightful Knives Out or Nancy Drew homage or an intricate, unputdownable mystery on the darker side, the minute someone finds a good old fashioned clue, count her in! Overall, whether it’s a delightfully fun and scandalous page-turner or something really bold and experimental, if it’s stylish and smart – and maybe even a bit sexy – Daisy would love to see it. Daisy is definitely interested in literary speculative fiction, though not generally looking for hard SFF. Across the board, she is always looking for stories that explore sexuality, race, gender, and disability, and would particularly love to hear from writers whose voices and experiences aren’t given enough space in publishing. On the non-fiction side, Daisy is looking for bold new insights and underrepresented voices on popular science, nature writing, relationships, social issues and politics, and am always especially interested in fresh, playful and exciting writing on pop culture, love and the internet. She’d also love to see illuminating narrative non-fiction, whether a beautiful and lyrical exploration, or an enthralling and explosive deep-dive. A (large) handful of authors past and present whose work Daisy loves include Patricia Lockwood, Toni Morrison, Elif Batuman, Gillian Flynn, Shirley Jackson, Raven Leilani, Max Porter, Carmen Maria Machado, Virginia Woolf, Sayaka Murata, Kiley Reid, Sally Rooney, George Saunders, Joan Didion, Amy Liptrot, Ottessa Moshfegh, J.D. Salinger, Donna Tartt, Bret Easton Ellis, and Fernanda Melchor. Daisy is not the right fit for Children’s or YA authors.  Daisy would like you to submit a covering letter, 1 page synopsis and the first 2,500 words of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, Daisy is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Thursday 8th May 2025

If you got a call from a TV producer asking you to appear on Newsnight, would you say ‘yes’? And if you did, could you make your argument in a way that captured the attention of the audience without being interrupted? Our media training courses are aimed at senior spokespeople and experts who give interviews on TV, radio or in print. We equip them with the skills and confidence to take control and give engaging, memorable and effective performances in which they deliver their key messages, no matter what the circumstances. Highly interactive and practical, each course includes a series of realistic print, radio and television exercises with experienced journalists. We provide immediate feedback following each interview, including techniques for improvement, advice about potential answers and the framing of key messages. While all our media training courses are bespoke, on a typical course we will cover: how the media operates how to prepare for interviews the differences between TV, radio and print interviews how to conduct different types of interview, such as pro-active, reactive, expert commentator and hostile (crisis communications) developing key messages which convey your views persuasively how to take control of an interview, stick to your own agenda and deliver key messages successfully use of language, body language, dress and delivery After the course, each delegate receives the Rough House Media Toolkit, including written feedback, recorded copies of their interview exercises, the Rough House Media Guide to Interviews and further supporting materials. We also provide a confidential assessment to the PR team of each delegate’s suitability for different types of interview. Venue We deliver courses in the most appropriate format for your circumstances – whether face to face or online. Face to face courses are portable: they can be held in purpose-built studios, at your own offices or at an external venue. In the latter two cases, we create a mock studio for the practical exercises. Online courses give you flexibility and enable you to offer training to delegates from all over the world. We have run virtual courses for people from the Far East, South Asia, North America and Europe, as well as the UK.

Duration 5 Days 30 CPD hours This course is intended for This course is targeted to those seeking A+ Certification and anyone in these roles: IT Support Specialist Helpdesk Technician Field Technician Tier I Support Specialist Desktop Support Specialist Associate Network Engineer Systems Support Technician Junior Systems Administrator Overview At completion of this course, you will be able to: Install and configure end-user devices and software Address connectivity problems Perform basic cybersecurity mitigations Troubleshoot common problems to diagnose and resolve issues Demonstrate basic knowledge of scripting, the cloud, and virtualization CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today?s core technologies from security to networking to virtualization and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today?s digital world. This course, prepares you for the CompTIA A+ Certification exams 220-1101 and 220-1102. Lesson 1: Installing Motherboards and Connectors Topic 1A: Explain Cable Types and Connectors Topic 1B: Install and Configure Motherboards Topic 1C: Explain Legacy Cable Types Lesson 2: Installing System Devices Topic 2A: Install and Configure Power Supplies and Cooling Topic 2B: Select and Install Storage Devices Topic 2C: Install and Configure System Memory Topic 2D: Install and Configure CPUs Lesson 3: Troubleshooting PC Hardware Topic 3A: Apply Troubleshooting Methodology Topic 3B: Configure BIOS/UEFI Topic 3C: Troubleshoot Power and Disk Issues Topic 3D: Troubleshoot System and Display Issues Lesson 4: Comparing Local Networking Hardware Topic 4A: Compare Network Types Topic 4B: Compare Networking Hardware Topic 4C: Explain Network Cable Types Topic 4D: Compare Wireless Networking Types Lesson 5: Configuring Network Addressing and Internet Connections Topic 5A: Compare Internet Connection Types Topic 5B: Use Basic TCP/IP Concepts Topic 5C: Compare Protocols and Ports Topic 5D: Compare Network Configuration Concepts Lesson 6: Supporting Network Services Topic 6A: Summarize Services Provided by Networked Hosts Topic 6B: Compare Internet and Embedded Appliances Topic 6C: Troubleshoot Networks Lesson 7: Summarizing Virtualization and Cloud Concepts Topic 7A: Summarize Client-Side Virtualization Topic 7B: Summarize Cloud Concepts Lesson 8: Supporting Mobile Devices Topic 8A: Set Up Mobile Devices and Peripherals Topic 8B: Configure Mobile Device Apps Topic 8C: Install and Configure Laptop Hardware Topic 8D: Troubleshoot Mobile Device Issues Lesson 9: Supporting Print Devices Topic 9A: Deploy Printer and Multifunction Devices Topic 9B: Replace Print Device Consumables Topic 9C: Troubleshoot Print Device Issues Lesson 10: Configuring Windows Topic 10A: Configure Windows User Settings Topic 10B: Configure Windows System Settings Lesson 11: Managing Windows Topic 11A: Use Management Consoles Topic 11B: Use Performance and Troubleshooting Tools Topic 11C: Use Command-line Tools Lesson 12: Identifying OS Types and Features Topic 12A: Explain OS Types Topic 12B: Compare Windows Editions Lesson 13: Supporting Windows Topic 13A: Perform OS Installations and Upgrades Topic 13B: Install and Configure Applications Topic 13C: Troubleshoot Windows OS Problems Lesson 14: Managing Windows Networking Topic 14A: Manage Windows Networking Topic 14B: Troubleshoot Windows Networking Topic 14C: Configure Windows Security Settings Topic 14D: Manage Windows Shares Lesson 15: Managing Linux and macOS Topic 15A: Identify Features of Linux Topic 15B: Identify Features of macOS Lesson 16: Configuring SOHO Network Security Topic 16A: Explain Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities Topic 16B: Compare Wireless Security Protocols Topic 16C: Configure SOHO Router Security Topic 16D: Summarize Security Measures Lesson 17: Managing Security Settings Topic 17A: Configure Workstation Security Topic 17B: Configure Browser Security Topic 17C: Troubleshoot Workstation Security Issues Lesson 18: Supporting Mobile Software Topic 18A: Configure Mobile OS Security Topic 18B: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Software Topic 18C: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Security Lesson 19: Using Support and Scripting Tools Topic 19A: Use Remote Access Technologies Topic 19B: Implement Backup and Recovery Topic 19C: Explain Data Handling Best Practices Topic 19D: Identify Basics of Scripting Lesson 20: Implementing Operational Procedures Topic 20A: Implement Best Practice Documentation Topic 20B: Use Proper Communication Techniques Topic 20C: Use Common Safety and Environmental Procedures

LOOKING FOR: YA/NA FANTASY, SFF, HORROR, ADULT FICTION John Baker (he/him) joined the Bell Lomax Moreton agency in 2019, cultivating a list shaped around his passion for science fiction, fantasy, and horror, though has lately also branched out into action/adventure fiction. John focuses on authors writing in the Adult, New Adult, and YA spaces. John leads the wider agency's film & TV desk, is the Secretary of the Association of Author’s Agents, and the co-chair of the AAA’s Bridge Committee. He also serves on the Kingston University MA Publishing Advisory Board. Under the umbrella of speculative fiction, John is looking for fantasy, science fiction, horror, romantasy, or literary speculative fiction. He has built a reputation as a champion of underrepresented voices and stories, be it from creators hailing from the global majority and their diasporas or neurodiverse authors, and naturally gravitates towards this kind of storytelling. In short, if he’s never read a story like yours before, he wants to see it. Adult fantasy: John loves beefy epic fantasy, especially non-Anglo Christian-inspired. Give him an immersive world, a fresh magical or mythic system, and an exciting cast of characters and he’ll be happy. He is a broad church in the genre so loves a political fantasy, swords and sorcery, courtly intrigue, monster hunting and dastardly villains. John is keen to find an urban fantasy that feels fresh and fun and he’s a sucker for a heroic quest narrative. He’s also very open to fantasy that isn’t easily categorised, but it is playing in that world. John is keenly hunting for more historical fantasy, especially inspired by modern history. He’s had fun with mythological retellings in the past, but as ever, let’s make sure it’s shining the spotlight on new stories. He would also love fantasy that centres on types of relationships less celebrated in fantasy, such as established and secure married couples, or siblings. NA/YA fantasy: In this genre, most importantly, John wants to have a good time, whether it’s swoon-worthy kisses in lush ball gowns, or gruesome gore and monsters, so send him pacy, plot-filled adventures. He’d love more books that teenage boys would love: Skullduggery Pleasant forever! Romantasy: The thriving new romantasy genre comes with its own set of challenges, so John wants to know what makes your romantasy different; what will set it out from the (very crowded!) market. Give it completely barmy stakes, cool and unique new settings, or a love story that will make your jaw drop. To be clear, he’s happily sorted for a human person meets a fae creature in the spooky woods. Also, cosmic romance is the genre of the future. Give him romantasy in space. Easy. Horror: John and horror are old friends. He loves horror inspired by myth and folklore, subversive weird horror that leaves your eyebrows in your hairline, historical horror that pulls from ghastly true stories, and anything that you’ll be reading with the light on. He also loves a gothic element and is particularly looking for horror with a strong romantic throughline, fun YA horror, and female & NB horror authors. Science fiction: SF is coming back! And John has been shouting about that. He loves to see an adventurous found-family romp through space or an epic, crunchy space opera. Speculative near-future is fun too, in the vein of Black Mirror’s more uplifting episodes, (e.g. San Junipero). He loves YA science fiction as well; the more creative the better. Literary: John is open to finding more rich magical realism or something character-led yet supernatural and would love a high-concept mystery, in the vein of Stuart Turton. He also loves spec fic that uses the speculative lightly as a way of confronting a deeper truth in society today. Weird stuff: John wants books that will blow people’s minds and defy categorisation. This is hard to describe, but think Gideon The Ninth, The Library At Mount Char, This Is How You Lose The Time War. John loves a pitch that leaves the editors baffled but intrigued. Action/Adventure, Historical Adventure, Espionage: John is branching out into non-speculative adventures, such as John Le Carré, Lee Child, Ian Flemming, and Mick Herron. More as his taste develops, but the hunt is on! Not looking for: military sci-fi or hard SF, or anything with biblical “character wakes up in purgatory/heaven/hell” narratives. The right comedic fantasy has yet to hit his inbox, but please don’t comp Douglas Adams or Sir Terry. John would like you to submit a covering letter, 1-2 page synopsis and the first three chapters (or 5,000 words whichever is longest) of your manuscript in a single word document. (In addition to the paid sessions, John is kindly offering one free session for low income/under-represented writers. Please email agent121@iaminprint.co.uk to apply, outlining your case for this option which is offered at the discretion of I Am In Print).  By booking you understand you need to conduct an internet connection test with I Am In Print prior to the event. You also agree to email your material in one document to reach I Am In Print by the stated submission deadline and note that I Am In Print take no responsibility for the advice received during your agent meeting. The submission deadline is: Monday 12th May 2025

Microsoft Access training course description A hands on course providing a solid grounding in Microsoft Access. What will you learn Use and customise the Microsoft Access environment. Select, use and customise queries. Define tables. Design forms and reports. Recognise the use of macros. Microsoft Access training course details Who will benefit: Anyone wishing to work with Microsoft Access. Prerequisites: Database fundamentals Duration 3 days Microsoft Access training course contents Introducing databases Flat file databases, Relational databases, the objects defined in an Access database, planning a simple relational database. Open Access and create a database The database wizards, tables, creating and amending tables, using field properties to improve the quality of data entry and system performance, the primary key. Working in datasheet view View, add, modify and delete records, find records. Advantages and disadvantages of entering data directly into a table. Queries Sort and select records form a single table, advantages and disadvantages of entering data via a query, define simple calculated expressions, use 'Totals' queries. Forms Use the form wizards, basic editing of objects created using the form wizards, Data-entry in form view. Reports Use the report wizard, basic editing of objects created using the report wizard, print reports. The multi table environment Plan and create a related table, define a one-to-many relationship, write multi-table queries and use the 'AutoLookup' feature, use the form wizard to create a subform and carry out data-entry in a main/subform, print and amend reports, use the report wizard to create reports based on multi-table. Relationships Working with one-to-one and one-to-many relationships, recognising and handling many-to-many relationships, referential integrity. Select queries Select queries based on related tables, parameter queries, Crosstab, find unmatched queries and Find Duplicate, the implications of the Join properties in a relational query, conditional expressions, and working with the expression builder. Action queries Make table queries, append queries, update queries, delete queries. Customising forms. Using the Toolbox, calculated controls, Combo and List boxes, query by form, working with form and control properties, domain aggregate functions. Reports Report and control properties, customising sorting and grouping, calculated controls on reports, Sub-reports, editing and altering a report's source. Macros Introduction to macros.

During this 1 day Intermediate level InDesign course you will explore powerful layout and typographical controls, working with layers, creating multipage documents, using clipping paths and preparing for print. This course is ideal for anybody who already uses InDesign and wishes to progress to a professional level. Comprehensive colour management, typography and advanced graphics and effects are also covered.