design_tools

=DESIGN TOOLS=

There are many different tools that we can use to design our solutions before developing them. Here are a few:


 * Data Structure Diagram
 * Data Structure Tables: A table including all fieldnames, data types, other specified properties eg. Validation Rules/Text, Indexing, entry types (check box, drop down menu). Used mostly in the development of Databases.


 * Query Design: A design of the proposed query detailing all fields, criteria and sorting that is to be carried out. Used mostly in the development of Databases.
 * Layout Diagram


 * Report Design: A design of the proposed report including all headings, labels, text boxes, and formulas. Used mostly in the development of Databases.
 * Macro Design


 * Flow Charts: A **flowchart** is a type of diagram, that represents an algorithm or process, showing the steps as boxes