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 SKILLBASE (c)  VERSION 1.10
 Skillbase(c) is a tightly integrated HR tool. It maintains a relational
 data structure of your data giving you increased speed and decreased data
 entry. Skillbase(c) uses the latest concepts in database technology and user
 interface design to deliver a tremendous online resource that works for you.
 Additional information is available on the areas below by hitting return on
 the appropriate menu choice.
SEEMLESS DATA ENTRY
COMPREHENSIVE DATA DICTIONARY
RAPID QUERIES
COMPLETE CUSTOMIZABILITY
SPECIAL FEATURES
PROGRAM BASICS
 At any point in the program help is available by hitting F1.
 [ HIT ESC KEY TO LEAVE HELP ]
e,PROG_BAS
 ADDING A RECORD
 DESCRIPTION:
 A record is simply all the information associated with a person. This may be
 address, zip and/or skills. The program comes shipped with dummy records for
 user understanding. To enter, delete, or modify a record, choose menu choice
 "A" from the main menu.
 To find a particular record, type the first letters (or numbers) of the
 field you seek and that record will be found.  For instance, if you are
 looking for a person named "Jones", view by last name and type JONES.
 Upon typing "J", the program locates all last names beginning with "J".
 The name "JONES" will probably appear after you type "O" or "N".  This
 method is used frequently throughout the program.
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 VIEWING SELECTION SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 This menu allows you to define the method of examining records.
 Records in the database have fields where the data is stored. Once data is
 present in a field, that field can be used to sort the records. When
 a choice is made in this menu, all the records having data in that field
 will be listed on the screen in ascending order.
 To enter a record, it makes no difference which selection you make in this
 menu. Think of this menu as a way of getting an immediate "feel" of all the
 records in the database based on ascending order.
HOW DO I?
CUSTOMIZE THESE FIELD NAMES
ENTER VIEW OR MODIFY DATA
PROGRAM BASICS
RETURN TO MAIN MENU
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DIPROG_BAS
 SKILL ENTRY SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 This form allows a single skill to be entered or changed. If a skill already
 exists in the skill dictionary, you cannot enter it again. This prevents the
 skill dictionary from becoming redundant.
 Just type the name of the skill as you want it and hit return. The additional
 information including genre and description are optional but are recommended
 since they assist in educating users about technical terms and acronyms.
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TECH
 BACKING UP YOUR DATA
 DESCRIPTION:
 Skillbase(c) stores your data in four separate data files. These are D1.QBS,
 D2.QBS, D3.QBS and D4.QBS. The information stored in these files is indexed
 automatically and is stored in files that have the extension .K*. D2.K01, for
 example, contains the indexed information for D2.QBS.
 It is always good protocol to protect your data, and we recommend that you
 back up these data and index files periodically. This can be accomplished at
 the DOS level, or by using a commercially available disk backup program.
 Using DOS, to back up the data files to drive A, type the following:
 copy *.QBS A: /V (copies all QBS files to drive A: and verifies)
 copy *.K?? A: /V (copies all index files to drive A: and verifies)
 In the event of a hard drive crash, these files can then be copied into any
 Skillbase(c) directory, and used immediately.
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qPROG_BAS
 DATA DICTIONARY LIST
 DESCRIPTION:
 This list contains your personal data dictionary. You may add to this list
 now or assign parts of it to the record that you are in at this time. Type
 the first several characters of the data you want. Once the program has found
 it for you, hit return. It has been assigned to the record. You can also use
 the up/down arrow keys to move up or down one line at a time. PGUP and PGDN
 will advance one visual screen of data forward or backwards through the data
 dictionary. CTRL-PGUP and CTRL-PGDN will bring you to the beginning and end
 of the data dictionary.
 If the data you want isn't present in the data dictionary, hit the insert key
 to create it. Once a new skill has been input, it will be available to users
 from that point on.
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 DATA DICTIONARY LIST
 DESCRIPTION:
 This list contains your personal data dictionary. You may add to this list
 now or assign parts of it to the record that you are in at this time. Type
 the first several characters of the data you want. Once the program has found
 it for you, hit return. It has been assigned to the record. You can also use
 the up/down arrow keys to move up or down one line at a time. PGUP and PGDN
 will advance one visual screen of data forward or backwards through the data
 dictionary. CTRL-PGUP and CTRL-PGDN will bring you to the beginning and end
 of the data dictionary.
 I the data you want is not present in the data dictionary, hit the insert key
 to create it. Once a new element of the data dictionary has been input, it
 will be available to users from that point on.
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PROG_BAS
 RECORD DICTIONARY CONTENTS
 DESCRIPTION:
 These columns of information belong to the record that you are in at this
 moment. You have the option of adding to this list, or deleting from the
 list. To add, hit the insert key. To delete, hit the delete key when the
 highlighted cursor bar is positioned over the data that you want to delete.
 If there is more data than can be seen on the screen, you can type the first
 several characters to "home" to it. You can also use the arrow keys to move
 up or down one line at a time. PGUP and PGDN will advance one visual screen
 of data up or down respectivily. CTRL-PGUP and CTRL-PGDN will advance to the
 beginning and end of the list quickly.
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saPROG_BAS
 MAIN DATA DICTIONARY
 DESCRIPTION:
 This data dictionary eliminates the need to enter an element of data more
 than one time. The list on this screen is part of this data dictionary. You
 can maneuver through the dictionary by typing the first several characters
 of the information you need. The highlighted cursor bar will find the closest
 match. You can also use the up/down arrow keys to move up or down one line
 respectivily. PGUP and PGDN will advance one visual screen of data forward
 or backward. CTRL-PGUP and CTRL-PGDN will advance to the beginning and end
 of the data dictionary.
 To enter a new entry, hit the insert key. You can also change an existing
 entry by hitting return when the highlighted cursor bar is positioned over
 it. When you change an entry, that entry will be changed similarly for all
 the records that contain it. To delete an entry, hit the delete key when the
 highlighted cursor bar is positioned over it.
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PROG_BAS
 CUSTOMIZING THE FIELD NAMES
 DESCRIPTION:
 To customize the field names, you must hit ESC to return to the main menu.
 From the main menu simply choose the selection "CUSTOMIZE FIELD NAMES".
 Having the ability to customize field names gives the user a custom feel and
 fit unique to the demands of the user. The fields can be renamed to any name
 that is required, even after there is data stored in the program. It is
 important to realize, however, that if a field was originally named "first
 name" and it is customized to be "part #", then that field will still contain
 the same information, or first names. The only difference is that the field
 will have a different name. The location and data in that field will not be
 changed in any way, so be sure to select your field names carefully before
 beginning your data entry.
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PROG_BAS
 CUSTOMIZING PROGRAM COLORS
 DESCRIPTION:
 Not all display devices are created equal. You have the flexibility to
 completely customize the screen colors used throughout the program. The
 default color palette was chosen to assist the user. On different monitors,
 however, it may be desireable to alter some of the hues for aesthetic
 purposes.
 Use the up/down arrow keys to choose a screen object on the right. Hit return
 and use the left/right arrow keys to select a hue. Hit return on that hue.
 You will immediately see the change as it will appear in the program in the
 right screen. Repeat this operation as many times as you wish. To save the
 new color palette, hit ctrl-enter. Hit ESC to return to the main menu and
 avoid saving any of the changes.
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ABOUT
 COMPREHENSIVE DATA DICTIONARY
 WHAT IS IT?:
 Skillbase(c) comes with over 1500 skills, each of which is defined and
 spelled correctly. If you need to know what DB2 is, for example, simply enter
 the skill dictionary (menu choice B), type the first several characters of
 the skill, then hit return when the highlighted bar is positioned over that
 skill. Immediately you will have that skill defined.
 During data entry, skills can be rapidly selected from this list and placed
 in the record that you are currently in. You never can make a data entry
 error with this method.
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 ABOUT
 COMPLETE CUSTOMIZABILITY
 Skillbase(c) allows you to redefine the color palette and change the field
 names. Together, these features allow you to tailor the program to your
 needs.
 You also have the ability to choose any printer, use separate types of
 modems, and have passwords.
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OTHCOMS
 LEAVING THE CURRENT SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 There are several conventions that are global throughout the program. To
 leave the menu, table or form that you are currently in, hit the ESC key.
 No matter where you are, ESC will take you back to where you were before.
 Hit Enter or CTRL-Enter, depending on your location, to save your changes
 before you escape.
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enPROG_BAS
 FIELD CUSTOMIZATION SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 You have the flexibility to completely redefine the field names in the
 program. This screen contains the fields in the order that they would appear
 in a typical record entry screen. Any changes you make in this screen will
 be applied the next time that you enter the program.
 IMPORTANT: Before you start inputting data into the program, you should
decide what you will call the field names in this screen. If you
change these names after data has been input, be aware that
the old data will still appear in the same location, but will
be assigned a new field name.
 This screen has a password associated with it. A user can only gain access
 to this sensitive area with the appropriate password.
 Hit CTRL-ENTER to quickly save the information, or hit ESC to abort.
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D PROG_BAS
 PRINTER OUTPUT DIALOGUE
 DESCRIPTION:
 If you hit return now, you will print the information that you indicated. You
 can hit the ESC key now to abort the print job.
 To change either the printer port or the printer at this time, hit CTRL-O.
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tePROG_BAS
 PRINTER OUTPUT DIALOGUE CONFIGURATION
 DESCRIPTION:
 This screen allows you to change the printer port and the active printer.
 The first line allows you to type in the port that you will send the output
 to. Type in LPT1, LPT2, or PRN if the cable connecting the printer to the
 computer is parallel. Type COM1, COM2 or COM3 if the connection is serial.
 In most cases PRN or LPT1 is the best bet if you are unsure of your system
 configuration.
 Hit return once you have entered this port designation.
 Next, select the device that you want to report to. Use the up/down arrow
 keys to select the appropriate printer that is connected to the port that you
 just assigned.
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HPROG_BAS
 GENERAL SYSTEM SETUP
 DESCRIPTION:
 This screen controls the working environment. On this screen, the first
 field allows you to enter your ID name. The second field contains a
 password to be prompted when a user enters the program for the first time.
 This password should be written down and stored in a safe place. The next
 field allows you to define where the output generated in the program will
 four fields control the modem communications.
 The port field should be "1" or "2" depending upon which COM port the modem
 is configured for. Dial String should contain the command required to dial
 a number. For Hayes this is ATDT. Init String should contain the command to
 initialize the modem prior to dialing. Hangup string should contain the
 command to tell the modem to hang up.
 The last field in this screen determines the default search method that will
 be used when conducting searches. This default can be controlled during a
 search as well.
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 HOW DO I?
MENU CHOICE TO DO THIS
 ADD, DELETE, OR CHANGE A RECORD
 CHANGE THE COLOR PALETTE
 CUSTOMIZE THE FIELD NAMES
 CONFIGURE THE MODEM
 MODIFY PRINTER SETTINGS
 SEARCH FOR DATA
 VIEW THE SKILL DICTIONARY
 VIEW THE GENRE LIST
 PREVIOUS HELP SCREEN
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DDTECH
 PERFORMANCE ISSUES
 Skillbase(c) searches and data entry are disk intensive, so a disk cache is
 strongly recomended. Many cache utilities are available commercially. It is
 important that the cache program uses expanded or extended memory, otherwise
 Skillbase(c) will run out of conventional memory.
 Basically, the more conventional memory that can be supplied, the better
 Skillbase(c) will function. If you examine the memory available option
 in "General System Setup" a number will appear indicating how much
 RAM is available for program operation. If this number is less than 70,
 it is a good idea to upgrade to either DR DOS 6.0 or DOS 5.0, or to examine
 the config.sys and autoexec.bat files carefully.
 Both of these operating systems offer advice on optimizing your config.sys
 and autoexec.bat files to give your programs the maximum amount of memory.
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 MPROG_BAS
 RECORD DATA ENTRY SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 This is the fundamental unit of data in the program. The field names that
 appear on the left side of the screen, indicate the type of data that you
 should enter. Enter data by typing it, then hitting return to accept it. You
 can enter data dictionary data to this record at ANY time by hitting the F4
 key. You can also add freeform data in a memo at ANY time by hitting CTRL-M.
 To leave the record without saving data, hit CTRL-ESC. To save the record hit
 CTRL-ENTER at any time, or simply hit return through all the fields until you
 reach the last field.
 If you defined one of the fields as a telephone field, the first field having
 this designation can be called if you have a modem. Simply hit CTRL-C. This
 command dials the number (assuming it has already been entered) using
 either com1 or com2.
 To print the record, including any associated dictionary data, hit the F2
 key at any time.
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HABOUT
 MAIN MENU
 DESCRIPTION:
 This menu provides complete access to all the functions in the program.
 From this menu, the first menu in the program, you have the option of using
 the up/down arrow keys or simply typing the letter preceding each menu
 choice to enter that area of the program.
 The most effective way to understand the functionality of the program is
 by using it. Hit the F1 key liberally at any location in the program for
 an instant explanation of where you are and what you can do.
 Many of the help screens offer additional helpful information in the form of
 a menu(below). Just hit return on any of the choices for more specific help.
ADDITIONAL HELP TOPICS
 HIT RETURN KEY!
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PROG_BAS
 ADDING A GENRE
 DESCRIPTION:
 This screen allows a genre to be entered. Once a genre is entered, it never
 has to be entered again. If you attempt to enter a genre that already exists
 you will not be able to do so. This prevents any redundancy in the genre
 dictionary.
 Simply type the genre as you want it to appear and hit enter.
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QPROG_BAS
 MEMO FIELD
 DESCRIPTION:
 Each record in Skillbase(c) can have a memo field associated with it. A memo
 field is simply a blank sheet in which you can write any information, in any
 format. A paragraph or several sentences, are both perfect examples of how
 a memo field might be used.
 The memo field in Skillbase is approximately three pages long. To delete all
 of the information in the memo field hit ALT-D. To move the cursor while in
 the memo field, use the up/down arrow keys. To save any information that you
 input, hit CTRL-ENTER.
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PROG_BAS
 EXAMPLES TO ASSIST WITH COMPLEX QUERIES
 Typical wildcard characters are used to expand the search capacity
 beyond typical string matches.
 The * and ? characters can be used with the data that you type in. This
 concept is best explained with examples.
both of these would find a string starting with the letter "B", but
"B*" would find strings of any length. "B
" would only find
strings with a length of six characters.
 The ? character represents a character position of any value that MUST be
 filled. The * character represents any number of further characters.
 IF YOU TYPE
YOU WOULD FIND
 SOUTH
SOUTH
 SOUTH*
SOUTHHAM, SOUTHBORO, SOUTHBRIDGE
 SOUTH
SOUTHBORO
(all the records with data in this field)
SOUTHBORO
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csPROG_BAS
 USING OPERATORS
 DESCRIPTION:
 The nature of the data in a field will allow you to decide what type of
 operator you will use. If you are simply trying to find all the people in a
 certain city, you would type in the city name followed by the = sign. If you
 have numeric data in a field, you also have the option of using an inequality
 sign.
 > is the greater than operator. If you type in 20 and choose >, all records
 containing a value greater than 20 will be found. If the < operator is used,
 all records containing values less than 20 in that field will be found.
 It is important to bear in mind that if you use more than 1 field in this
 screen, that only the records that meet all the criteria you specified will
 be found.
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PPROG_BAS
 OTHER COMMANDS
 ENTER
     SAVE DATA IN THE FIELD OR ACKNOWLEDGE AN ACTION
 CTRL-ENTER
SAVE DATA IN THE SCREEN AND ADVANCE
PREVIOUS ACTION/FIELD
 CTRL-ESC
PREVIOUS SCREEN/ACTION/FIELD
 CTRL-B
INVOKE BEST MATCH SEARCH MODE
 CTRL-C
CALL AN INDIVIDUAL USING THE MODEM
 CTRL-D
DELETE ALL THE DATA IN A TABLE VIEW
 CTRL-E
INVOKE EXACT MATCH SEARCH MODE
 CTRL-O
PRINTER OPTIONS
 UP ARROW
MOVE ONE LINE OR FIELD UP OF TABULAR LIST
 DOWN ARROW
MOVE ONE LINE OR FIELD DOWN OF TABULAR LIST
 PGUP
MOVE ONE VISUAL SCREEN UP OF TABULAR LIST
 PGDOWN
MOVE ONE VISUAL SCREEN DOWN OF TABULAR LIST
 CTRL-PGUP
MOVE TO VERY BEGINNING OF TABULAR LIST
 CTRL-PGDN
MOVE TO VERY END OF TABULAR LIST
ESCAPE KEY USE
PREVIOUS SCREEN
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PPRNT_MEN
DPRNT_CRT
PPROG_BAS
 CREATING, MODIFYING, OR DELETING A PRINTER DRIVER
 DESCRIPTION:
 Skillbase(c) allows you to fine tune or create a printer driver. A printer
 driver is simply a low level interface between Skillbase(c) and your printer.
 The driver tells the printer exactly how to behave. Subsequently, the output
 will look much better.
 We have included several popular printer drivers that should satisfy most
 printer families. In the event your printer is not listed, you have two
 options. 1. Create your own driver, or 2. if your reporting needs are very
 demanding, use the CLARION REPORT WRITER.
 To create your own printer driver in this screen, you must fill in a grid of
 specific printer commands. These commands are available in the back of most
 printer manuals. See DRIVER CREATION below for further specifics on this
 topic.
 PRINT HELP
 DRIVER CREATION
 PROGRAM BASICS
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PPRNT_CFG
PPROG_BAS
 PRINTER DRIVER HELP
 DESCRIPTION:
 Driver creation is best described by an example. First, you must have your
 printer manual available. At the back of the manual there is usually a page
 that lists the decimal commands that correspond to certain printer functions.
 Skillbase(c) will only work properly with the decimal commands. Hex and ctrl
 commands can not be substituted.
 Look for the printer command that will apply BOLD. For the HP laserjets, this
 command is 027 069. If you examine the printer driver for the HP laserjet,
 you will find that this is indeed true for the HP laserjets. Once you have
 found the command that will apply bold, simply enter it in the BOLD row by
 typing the numbers.
 To type 027 069, you would hit 027 keys in that order. Then hit the down
 arrow key to advance to the next block. You would then hit 069. Finally, hit
 the down arrow key again to advance a block. Repeat this operation for the
 other user definable styles and printer functions.
PREVIOUS SCREEN
PROGRAM BASICS
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CPRNT_CFG
CPRNT_SET
DPRNT_SEL
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PPROG_BAS
 REPORT MENU
 DESCRIPTION:
 This menu allows you to control how your reports will be output. Throughout
 the program, the F2 and F3 keys allow you to print lists and records,
 depending on where you are. When you create output, it can be sent to a
 printer or a file. When output is sent to a printer, the information is
 printed exactly as it was displayed on the screen. When output is sent to a
 file, you have the ability of exporting the report into a wordprocessor or
 spreadsheet.
 The first menu choice allows you to create, modify or delete a printer. The
 second menu choice allows you to configure the default printer. The third
 menu choice allows you to select the default printer that you will print to.
 The fourth menu choice allows you to test a printer driver that you created
 to verify that it works properly.
PROGRAM BASICS
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PPRNT_MEN
PPROG_BAS
 SELECTING A PRINTER
 DESCRIPTION:
 There are many different styles of printers currently on the market. Choose
 the printer from the list that matches the printer that you have. Use the up
 down arrow keys to highlight the appropriate printer, then hit return.
 In the event the printer you have is not available, you can define your own
 printer. To do this you will need the users manual supplied with the printer.
 Hit the insert key to create a new printer driver.
 To delete a printer that appears in this list, hit the delete key while the
 highlighted cursor bar is positioned over it. Hit return to confirm the
 deletion.
PRINTER HELP
PROGRAM BASICS
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PPRNT_MEN
PPROG_BAS
 CONFIGURING A PRINTER
 DESCRIPTION:
 This screen tells Skillbase(c) two important facts about your printer. First,
 it indicates what port the program will send the output to. In most cases,
 this port is LPT1 or PRN. If Skillbase(c) can not establish a connection with
 your printer, a small red warning light will appear on the printer and a
 warning beep will sound.
 If you are printing serially, (com1, for example) consult your printer
 manual on DOS mode command settings. In most cases MODE 96,n,8,1 will
 initialize the serial port properly.
 You can also indicate if Skillbase(c) will print to a FILE in this screen.
 If you choose this option, any output will be directed to a file name of
 your choice. NOTE: any settings you make in this screen can be made at any
 time a print job is made in the product. This screen simply establishes
 the defaults.
 Finally, you can set the number of lines per page. Type in the number that
 you printer is set for and hit return.
PRINTER HELP
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 !PROGRAM BASICS
AABOUT
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 PROGRAM BASICS
 DESCRIPTION:
 The commands involved in using this software are minimal. The following
 function keys have the following singular use throughout the program.
 F1  PROVIDES CONTEXT SENSITIVE HELP
 F2  PRINTS THE INFORMATION THAT IS DISPLAYED (abbreviated)
 F3  PRINTS THE INFORMATION THAT IS DISPLAYED (full information)
 F4  DISPLAY SKILLS FOR AN INDIVIDUAL
 F5  INPUT ADDITIONAL SEARCH DATA
 F6  STARTS THE SEARCH
 F7  DEFINE SCROLL COLUMN 1 IN TABLE VIEW
 F8  DEFINE SCROLL COLUMN 2 IN TABLE VIEW
 F9  DEFINE SCROLL COLUMN 3 IN TABLE VIEW
 F10 DEFINE SORT COLUMN 4 IN TABLE VIEW
 ADDITIONAL HELP TOPICS
 ABOUT SKILLBASE(c)
 HOW DO I?
 OTHER COMMANDS
 TECHNICAL DATA
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PPROG_BAS
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 QUERY FILTER SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 This form allows specific data to be filtered when performing a query. To the
 left are the names of the fields as they appear in a typical form entry
 screen. After each field data can be entered or it can be left blank. If data
 is placed in a field, only the records having data in that particular field
 matching what was typed will be found. If, for example, one of the fields
 is for a city name, a city name should be placed there.
 After typing in data, you MUST select what type of operation will be used to
 filter that data. There are three types of operators =,> and <. Omit simply
 informs the program not to include that field in the search.
 After entering the data and selecting the appropriate operator, hit return
 and repeat for as many fields as you wish. Hitting CTRL-ENTER at any time
 will save the information and return you to the previous screen.
PROGRAM BASICS
EXAMPLES
HOW TO USE THE OPERATORS  RETURN TO MAIN MENU
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 ABOUT
 QUERIES
 Skillbase(c) allows an unlimited number of skills to be incorporated into a
 search. Due to the special search algorithm, the more skills that you have
 in your query, the faster the query will proceed.
 Additionally, Skillbase(c) allows either exact or best match searches. In an
 exact search, only the candidates who meet all of the search criteria will be
 listed. In a best match search, any candidate that meets at least one of the
 criteria will be found. Additionally, search results can be sorted based on
 most to least desireable.
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 TECH
BASIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
 640K
 8086 CPU
 ANY DISPLAY
 NOTE: The config.sys file must have the
 files= setting equal no less than 50!!
 ex. FILES=50
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 ABOUT
 SEEMLESS DATA ENTRY
 WHAT IS IT?:
 Simplicity. When you enter data, that data is present as a choice the next
 time that you enter data. This concept redefines customary data input,
 reduces typing mistakes, and saves disk space.
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 oPROG_BAS
 MAIN RECORD VIEW
 DESCRIPTION:
 This table view allows you to view all the records currently in the database.
 Use the up/down arrow keys to move to any record currently on the screen.
 You can move up or down a visual screen of data by hitting the PGUP or PGDN
 keys respectivily. Hitting CTRL-PGUP or CTRL-PGDN brings you to the
 beginning and end of the database.
 The data on the screen is divided into four columns. Each of these columns
 can be redefined to display any field in the database. F7-F10 correspond to
 columns 1-4 respectivily. The F10 key also allows the view to be sorted by
 the contents of the fourth field.
 To enter a new record, hit the insert key. To change or view a record, hit
 return when the highlighted cursor bar is positioned over that record. To
 delete a record, hit the delete key when the highlighted cursor bar is
 positioned over that record, then hit return to confirm the deletion. To
 print the records in tabular format as on the screen, hit F2. To print the
 records including all information associated with each record, hit F3.
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 cPROG_BAS
 VIEWING SEARCH RESULTS
 DESCRIPTION:
 This table view allows you to view your search results in a tabular format.
 You also have the flexibility of redefining the fields to represent the data
 that is most important to view. F7-F10 correspond to the first, second, third
 and fourth columns respectivily. Hitting these keys allows that field to be
 replaced with a field of your choice. The F10 key also has the ability to
 sort the data in tabular ascending or descending order.
 F2 will print the list exactly as it appears on the screen, but will include
 the records that you must scroll to as well. F3 will print all the records
 that have been found as well, but will include all the fields in each record
 and a list of the criteria associated with each record.
 You have the flexibility to enter each record by simply hitting return when
 the highlighted cursor bar is positioned over it. Hitting ESC will return
 you to the main menu.
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tPROG_BAS
 CONFIGURING THE MODEM
 Consult your modem reference manual on how to configure it to COM1 or COM2.
 Once you are sure of the correct COM port, enter general system setup and
 choose the appropriate port.
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gePROG_BAS
 GENRE LIST
 DESCRIPTION:
 The purpose of genres is to illuminate the meaning of the dictionary entries
 for the user. The user also has access to the genres in tabular format.
 This list shows all the current genres that are available. Since a genre is
 not an integral part of searches, they are completely optional.
 Once genres are available for use they allow skills to be much
 more meaningful. Lotus 123, for example, would have the genre SPREADSHEET.
 This genre would also be available for any other spreadsheets.
 To enter a new genre, hit the insert key and a blank form will appear. To
 delete an existing genre, hit the delete key and hit return once more for
 confirmation of the deletion. To change a genre just hit return on it and
 type over the existing data.
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 CRITERIA ENTRY SCREEN
 DESCRIPTION:
 Use this screen to enter criteria to search for. Records that contain all
 the criteria specified in the list will be found. For example, if you
 enter "a" , "b" , and "c", the records that will be found will all have
 these three criteria in common.
 To enter the search criteria, type the first several characters of the name
 and notice that the scrolling form will locate that name for you. Hit return
 when the highlighted cursor bar is on that item. Notice that that item is now
 placed on the left side of the screen. Repeat this operation for the rest of
 the criteria. A list of search criteria will soon begin to form.
 If you are not satisfied with any component in the search list, hit ESC and
 you will see the list become "active". To delete one of the entries, move the
 highlighted cursor bar over it and hit the delete key. You will be prompted
 for verification. Then hit the insert key to continue inputting criteria.
 Once you have created a criteria list, you can inform the program to begin
 searching through records to meet your requirements. Hit F6 to begin this
 search process or hit F5 for additional search criteria.
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tABOUT
 OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES
 Skillbase(c) boasts many subtle features that make it the best database of
 its kind. Some of these features include the following..
 - automatic dialing of a persons phone number
 - powerful multidevice reporting
 - separate configuration settings for users on a network
 - unlimited skills per individual
 - unlimited skills in a search
 - boolean searches using any record fields
 - genre (skill category) dictionary
 - extensive error prevention, detection and correction
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 SEARCHING THROUGH DATA
 DESCRIPTION:
 You can only search through data once data has been provided. The example
 records that come with the product contain an excellent palette of criteria
 to use as a practice search. Choose menu choice D to enter the query section
 of the program.
 There is no limit to how you construct a search. It is possible to search for
 any combination of data without having to know SQL or some cryptic query
 syntax. A typical query is as easy as filling in the blanks and entering as
 many dictionary elements as you wish.
 There are two parts to the search entry screen. The first screen performs an
 exact match or a best match of the criteria listed. This means that only the
 records that contain a combination of the criteria will be located. There is
 also an optional screen that allows you to fill in the blanks and incorporate
 any < > = operators in a search that pertain to each of the fields in a
 record.
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 PROG_BAS
 SEARCHING THROUGH DATA
 DESCRIPTION:
 You can only search through data once data has been provided. The example
 records that come with the product contain an excellent palette of criteria
 to use as a practice search. Choose menu choice D to enter the query section
 of the program.
 There is no limit to how you construct a search. It is possible to search for
 any combination of data without having to know SQL or some cryptic query
 syntax. A typical query is as easy as filling in the blanks and entering as
 many dictionary elements as you wish.
 There are two parts to the search entry screen. The first screen performs an
 exact match or a best match of the criteria listed. This means that only the
 records that contain a combination of the criteria will be located. There is
 also an optional screen that allows you to fill in the blanks and incorporate
 any < > = operators in a search that pertain to each of the fields in a
 record.
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 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
 BACKING UP YOUR DATA
 BASIC SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS
 PERFORMANCE ISSUES
 WINDOWS USERS
 PREVIOUS SCREEN
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PPROG_BAS
 TESTING A PRINTER DRIVER
 DESCRIPTION:
 After you have created a printer driver, you can test it to verify that it
 works properly. Select this menu choice. A test printout will be sent to
 the default printer.
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 WINDOWS USERS
 Skillbase(c) has been tested under both Windows 3.0 and Windows 3.1. Included
 on the distribution disk are 4 .pif files that optimize Skillbase(c). System
 performance may actually improve in Windows 3.1, since file I/O is superior
 to DOS. Use either 31f.pif or 31w.pif in Windows 3.1. Use 30f.pif or 30w.pif
 in Windows 3.0.
 Consult your Windows documentation regarding pif file usage.
 Full screen operation is much easier on the eyes
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