Visio VBA programming references

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Jun 8, 2003, 12:10:45 AM6/8/03

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Can anyone recommend any good programming reference sources. I am looking
for more detailed examples of programming with Visio VBA and Properties. I
already have "Developing Microsoft Visio Solutions" by Microsoft Press.
unfortunately, this only covers how to use certain properties. I am familiar
with the Graham Wideman text, but I am not able to locate a copy. Are there
any other books on advanced programming with Visio.

I have been developing a Visio graphic program for a database and I have
made good progress, but I am basically struggling through the process via
trail and error. I am looking for more advanced programming samples.

Thanks,
Chris

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Jun 8, 2003, 2:27:15 PM6/8/03

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John,

I appreciate the response. Regarding "Professional Development with Visio
2000". I have read some of the reviews of this book located on Amazon and
the reviews are not very favorable. Can you offer your opinion on this book.

I am looking for a book that has greater depth and detail regarding Visio.
Most of the Visio books I have found at the bookstores are all very basic
and are geared for beginners.

BTW: I located a used copy of the Graham Wideman's book, and I purchased it.

Your input is greatly appreciated.

Thanks,
Chris

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> There are three books on Visio programming, DVS, Dave Edson's
"Professional
> Development with Visio 2000" by SAMs and Graham Wideman's two books (The
> second one is an update of the first).
>
> There is also the Visio SDK available for download from the MS website.
>
> John... Visio MVP
>
> Need stencils or ideas? http://www.mvps.org/visio/3rdparty.htm
> Need VBA examples? http://www.mvps.org/visio/VBA.htm
> Common Visio Questions http://www.mvps.org/visio/common_questions.htm
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Jun 8, 2003, 5:50:37 PM6/8/03

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There are a number of books dealing with Visio, but only the three I
mentioned deal with the programming side of Visio.

Dave's book is a companion to DVS and has chapters dedicated to using Visio
with other VBA enabled MS Office products (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint,
Outlook...). I have no problems with the book, some of the comments are
valid, but not worthy of discounting the book. If you can find a copy in a
bookstore or library, take a look at it.

Graham has a lot of information in his books, but sometimes it is tricky
navigating the book. He should be working on the second update to the book
to coincide with the next release of Visio.

John... Visio MVP

Need stencils or ideas? http://www.mvps.org/visio/3rdparty.htm
Need VBA examples? http://www.mvps.org/visio/VBA.htm
Common Visio Questions http://www.mvps.org/visio/common_questions.htm
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Jun 8, 2003, 7:27:36 PM6/8/03

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John,

Ok, thanks. Amazon is selling the book for $13 so it is not much of a risk.
I think that I will purchase it.

Thanks,
Chris

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Jun 12, 2003, 9:06:16 PM6/12/03

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John,

I received the Dave Edson book today. It looks like it is going to be a very
good source.

Thanks for the reference,
Chris Leith

"John Marshall, MVP" <lanc...@stonehenge.ca> wrote in message
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> There are three books on Visio programming, DVS, Dave Edson's
"Professional
> Development with Visio 2000" by SAMs and Graham Wideman's two books (The
> second one is an update of the first).
>
> There is also the Visio SDK available for download from the MS website.
>
> John... Visio MVP
>
> Need stencils or ideas? http://www.mvps.org/visio/3rdparty.htm
> Need VBA examples? http://www.mvps.org/visio/VBA.htm
> Common Visio Questions http://www.mvps.org/visio/common_questions.htm
> "Test" <In...@Test.com> wrote in message
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Now all we have to do is convince Dave to update the book.

John... Visio MVP

Need stencils or ideas? http://www.mvps.org/visio/3rdparty.htm
Need VBA examples? http://www.mvps.org/visio/VBA.htm
Common Visio Questions http://www.mvps.org/visio/common_questions.htm
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