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by Robin Sharma
Microsoft Outlook Programming by Sue Mosher is a comprehensive guide for developers looking to customize and extend Outlook's functionality using VBA and advanced techniques. It covers everything from basic automation to advanced form and folder customization.
In Microsoft Outlook Programming by Sue Mosher, we delve into the world of Microsoft Outlook and its extensive programmability. The book starts by explaining the basics of Outlook and its Object Model. It introduces us to the Outlook programming environment and the various objects such as Application, Namespace, Folder, and Item.
Mosher takes us through the process of creating and managing Outlook items like emails, appointments, contacts, tasks, and notes programmatically. We learn how to automate common tasks, such as sending emails, creating appointments, and managing contacts using VBA (Visual Basic for Applications).
The book then moves on to the customization of Outlook forms and views. We learn how to design custom forms for Outlook items and how to use the built-in form design tools. Mosher demonstrates how to add custom fields, controls, and code to the forms, providing examples of how to create specialized forms for specific data entry tasks.
In the section on custom views, we explore how to create, modify, and manage Outlook views programmatically. We learn to filter, sort, group, and display Outlook items in various ways to suit our needs. Mosher also discusses advanced techniques such as customizing the Outlook Today page and integrating web content into Outlook.
As we progress, Microsoft Outlook Programming takes us into more advanced automation topics. We learn about handling Outlook events, such as item creation or deletion, and how to respond to these events with VBA code. Mosher also covers working with attachments, managing folders, and handling security issues when automating Outlook.
The author emphasizes the importance of error handling and provides best practices for debugging and handling errors in Outlook VBA code. She also discusses the deployment of Outlook VBA projects and provides guidance on distributing and installing custom Outlook solutions.
In the latter part of the book, Mosher explores the integration of Outlook with other Microsoft Office applications. We learn how to automate tasks in Excel, Word, and Access using Outlook VBA, as well as how to exchange data between these applications.
Furthermore, the book touches on collaboration features in Outlook, such as sharing folders, managing permissions, and working with Exchange Server. Mosher provides insights into managing Exchange mailboxes and public folders programmatically, as well as working with Outlook data in a multi-user environment.
In conclusion, Microsoft Outlook Programming by Sue Mosher offers a comprehensive guide to programming Outlook using VBA. It caters to a wide range of audiences, from novice users looking to automate simple tasks to experienced developers seeking to build complex custom solutions. The book provides practical examples, tips, and best practices to help readers harness the full power of Outlook's programmability.
Microsoft Outlook Programming by Sue Mosher is a comprehensive guide for developers looking to extend the functionality of Microsoft Outlook. It covers everything from basic customization to advanced automation using VBA and .NET. With practical examples and in-depth explanations, this book is a valuable resource for anyone wanting to harness the power of Outlook through programming.
Developers and programmers who want to customize and extend the functionality of Microsoft Outlook
IT professionals looking to automate and streamline their email and communication processes using Outlook
Business professionals who want to leverage Outlook's programming capabilities to improve productivity and efficiency
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