Latest from Jack Wallen
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10 big improvements in LibreOffice 3.5
LibreOffice fans will be happy to see the latest round of enhancements. The improved features may even win over some Microsoft Office users, too.
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Manage MySQL from Windows with these five apps
There are plenty of GUI tools available that can manage your MySQL database, even from the Windows environment.
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DIY: A PostgreSQL database server setup anyone can handle
If want to use PostgreSQL but you're unsure where to begin in terms of installation, setup, and management, this primer by Jack Wallen guides you through the necessary steps.
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DIY: Activity Manager makes managing projects a breeze
Activity Manager is free, reliable, and simple to use project management tool that helps PMs keep track of collaborator time.
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DIY: Create easy to use databases with LibreOffice Base
Jack Wallen demonstrates how to use LibreOffice Base on Linux. You can also use the database tool on Windows or Mac.
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DIY: Create data entry forms for databases in LibreOffice Base
The Forms Wizard in LibreOffice Base makes it easy to create forms so any user can enter data in a database. Follow along the Forms Wizard's eight-step process.
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DIY: Create a database form in LibreOffice Base Design View
Learn how to use the LibreOffice Base Design View mode, so you can get more specific and creative with your database forms.
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DIY: Manage databases with the cross-platform tool DBeaver
Find out why Jack Wallen calls the cross-platform, universal database manager DBeaver an incredible tool.
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DIY: Use Kraft to refine your invoicing and materials management
Jack Wallen says the installation and setup effort for the Kraft invoicing and client/material management tool Kraft is well worth it.
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Five tips to make Nautilus file management even better
Nautilus is a powerful and user-friendly file manager -- but it doesn't stop there. Jack Wallen explains several ways you can extend its usefulness and tap into additional functionality.