The SharePoint 2010 Linkedin Group had a recent discussion on all the available web parts for SharePoint 2010. Web parts are great little "widgets" that you can add to SharePoint to accomplish just about anything (including launching missiles...according to my instructors).
While certainly not all emcompassing, here is a good list to check out:
Microsoft Pinpoint
Tech Sol
SharePoint App Market
SharePoint MarketPlace
Amrein Engineering
Clearly I think you need to take a SharePoint Development course to expand your skills but if there's already a solution (and it's free)...why not!
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Monday, November 28, 2011
Excel Tips
Figuring actual warm bodies...we teach more Excel than any other single subject. Susan Harkins of Tech Republic had a great list of top 10 things Excel users should know.
1: Absolute and relative referencing
Without a good understanding of absolute and relative referencing, a user doesn’t stand a chance of setting up a reliable spreadsheet. Throw in 3-D and mixed referencing and the novice user will become thoroughly confused. Don’t assume your users know how to apply absolute and relative referencing correctly.2: Limitations
All applications come with some limitations. The problem is these limitations can generate ambiguous errors that users won’t know how to troubleshoot. Even casual users should be aware of the software’s limitations for non-Ribbon and Ribbon versions to avoid hard-to-troubleshoot errors.3: Quick help on functions
Excel has more functions than anyone can hope to commit to memory. Fortunately, that isn’t necessary. Built-in features help users pick the right function and use it correctly. First, during the data entry process, Excel displays a list of functions. Users can choose from this list or just use the list to help trigger their memory. In the Formula bar, users can click Fx to launch the Insert Function dialog, which helps them choose and enter the function correctly. Users also have quick online access to information on Excel functions.4: Right-clicking
Right-clicking an object — cell, range, control, form, and so on — is the quickest way to gather information about something. A right-click will usually display a contextual menu that will apply to the clicked object. It’s the fastest way to get information and perform simple tasks. Even if nothing happens, it doesn’t hurt to try.Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Interview Questions
While I work on the training and consulting side of my company, I still hear stories about interviews gone bad on the staffing side. My favorite story is probably from last month where a women was being interviewed on the phone for an opening and had a dude do the tech part for her! The recruiter immediately knew something was wrong when her voice dropped several octaves! Jeez I hate stupid people!
Google doesn't hire stupid people. If you think our tech screenings are difficult then check out this list of questions people might be asked for a position with the search giant. Supposedly the school bus - golf ball questions have been banned now.
Google doesn't hire stupid people. If you think our tech screenings are difficult then check out this list of questions people might be asked for a position with the search giant. Supposedly the school bus - golf ball questions have been banned now.
Monday, November 14, 2011
Office Ribbon Tricks
Back in September I shared an extremely cool tool that allowed you to watch Microsoft Office training videos inside the ribbon.
If you are new to Office 2007 or 2010 then you know all about "the ribbon!" It takes some getting used to but once you have worked with it awhile it becomes second nature...well maybe:)
Tech Republic just did a post on how to make the Office Ribbon more user friendly. Even if you just use the first tip, it's well worth the read.
If you are new to Office 2007 or 2010 then you know all about "the ribbon!" It takes some getting used to but once you have worked with it awhile it becomes second nature...well maybe:)
Tech Republic just did a post on how to make the Office Ribbon more user friendly. Even if you just use the first tip, it's well worth the read.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
How to Be Lucky
Heads up...this is another non-training post, but does contain information that could improve your life...which is the point, right? I came across a guy named James Altucher who of course has his own blog (doesn't everyone?) and writes very unique posts.
A post from May talks about being lucky and eradicating unhappiness from his life (Amen!). Under his daily list of things to do is the point of always being honest. He points out that people (he said everybody) now days are not honest and are actually afraid of always telling the truth.
You can make your own judgment but I agree on not lying...ever. I'm too lazy to have to remember what lies I would tell and at 51 I no longer care if you don't like what I say. At least you always know where I stand.
Altucher is an interesting writer and seems to offer a lot of insightful advice and you certainly cannot argue with what he advocates as a daily routine to be lucky. Now if it will just make me hit Powerball!
A post from May talks about being lucky and eradicating unhappiness from his life (Amen!). Under his daily list of things to do is the point of always being honest. He points out that people (he said everybody) now days are not honest and are actually afraid of always telling the truth.
You can make your own judgment but I agree on not lying...ever. I'm too lazy to have to remember what lies I would tell and at 51 I no longer care if you don't like what I say. At least you always know where I stand.
Altucher is an interesting writer and seems to offer a lot of insightful advice and you certainly cannot argue with what he advocates as a daily routine to be lucky. Now if it will just make me hit Powerball!
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Microsoft Code Resource
Microsoft has a tremendous resource, the All-In-One Code Framework which is a free, centralized code sample library driven by developers' needs. The goal is to provide typical code samples for all Microsoft development technologies, and reduce developers' efforts in solving typical programming tasks. It's a one-stop code sample library for all Microsoft development technologies.
It provides scenario-focused code samples based on real-world programming pains and needs. Microsoft listened to developer communities and collected developers' typical programming scenarios, and then composed them into code samples.
Since launching the project in 2009, Microsoft has created 700+ scenario-focused code samples covering 23 development technologies.
It provides scenario-focused code samples based on real-world programming pains and needs. Microsoft listened to developer communities and collected developers' typical programming scenarios, and then composed them into code samples.
Since launching the project in 2009, Microsoft has created 700+ scenario-focused code samples covering 23 development technologies.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
Linux Adminstration
A few times a year we will run a Linux class and we have Fundamentals of Linux course coming up in December. If you can't wait then check out a site I came across which lists a cornucopia of links for all things Linux - http://www.spinics.net/linux. The site features a wealth of information for both beginners and experienced administrators.Another great resource is "The Linux Tutorial" site.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
Coaching - Mentoring
You can find valuable advice by attending a User Group meeting but have you ever given thought to asking someone to actually help you improve your IT skills? Professional athletes have coaches, as do actors, singers and even writers (actually they are called editors). Why couldn't IT people have a coach?
My guys get asked a lot to "bless" a setup...a second set of eyes that checks out a new deployment. That's one way to add a "coach" to your routine. Another idea is the old "Personal Board of Directors" where you formalize a group of people you look up to to help guide your career. That's less skill specific but you can always grab a coworker and create mini-competitions among yourselves as a way to keep sharp.
A great article on the subject of professional coaches was in The New Yorker last month. It was written by a surgeon who decided he needed a coach. Not a bad idea!
My guys get asked a lot to "bless" a setup...a second set of eyes that checks out a new deployment. That's one way to add a "coach" to your routine. Another idea is the old "Personal Board of Directors" where you formalize a group of people you look up to to help guide your career. That's less skill specific but you can always grab a coworker and create mini-competitions among yourselves as a way to keep sharp.
A great article on the subject of professional coaches was in The New Yorker last month. It was written by a surgeon who decided he needed a coach. Not a bad idea!
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