Access Programmer

[robess01]

Over the last few months I built a website which is now online.

I am wanting to build a basic access database that will operate as an entry level expert system. The application will be free and needs to be simple. All this is an issue because if you cannot sell an application the cost of building it is unrecoverable money, so I have to keep costs down. I am at this forum to ask what members think is the best and lowest cost way of building an access database. I am thinking India and using such sites as Freelancer.com? I live in Australia and in Australia for example high wages and the high cost of living make engaging an Australian Access programmer uneconomic. Does anyone know an Access programmer who is looking for some work? I have a budget but I am not expecting something for nothing either.

Robert Lopez

 

[Catalina]

It probably depends on how small, or elaborate the application would have to be. If you are looking for something simple you may find someone capable and willing to do it for some pocket money.

However, if you need something really professional be prepared to pay what the programmer is worth. Also keep in mind that support may be crucial, if you need a change down the line, or an error has to be corrected you need a programmer who is willing to take care of it.

Whatever you do, have an agreement in place that specifies exactly what you can expect, including if you will own the source code or not. Too many projects have ended in disaster because of disagreements between the customer and programmer. I worked for a business once that used a custom program. After a while we discovered a problem, the programmer had disappeared and the source code with him. So we had to deal with a crippled program, until there was a budget to replace it.

I'm not a professional programmer but recently I made an application for a local business (and the owner is happy with it). I spelled out up front what he could expect, and there were no problems.

Also, it is probably a good thing for you to read up up on procedures and agreements in this field, so you know what you are in for.

Good luck with your project.

Catalina

 

[robess01]

Thank you for comments. I have a budget of AUD $5000 - $10,000. I know a little of Access but I am an accountant by profession with a background in systems work. The software has to be provided free of charge. It is a long story as to why this is so. I know there is much to look into but I am trying to get the biggest bang for my buck.

Robert

 

[robess01]

Thank you. I am not trying to build a database to replace an accounting system. I am trying to build an expert system to complement an accounting system. Case in point - reconciling a bank account in QB's. Assess database, linking forms, checklist, videos, audios etc that allows an accountant/bookkeeper to have more junior staff complete the reconciliation. Think of electronic mentoring. I have a significant background in this area. That is designing systems (checklists) for small business accounting staff so they can do better and more accurate processing. It is not rocket science more about knowing the accounting culture of small organisations. The website I have at expertsoftwaresystems kind of explains it.

 

[RainLover]

Are you happy to post a link to your web site.

Might be helpfull in knowing what you are up to.

For web sites I would use PHP and MySQL.

 

[robess01]

Cannot post a url because lest than 10 posts.

expertsoftwaresystems

the usual www

and then a .com.au

Robert Lopez

 

[RainLover]

I tried to use the email address on your site but it returns as undeliverable.

 

[robess01]

I just tested the address

robert

and then the @ symbol

followed by expertsoftwaresystems

with a .com.au

works OK

 

[RainLover]

Will write later tonight or tomorrow, Australian time.