Database software

[Jesus Pimp]

I want to make a database of my video game collection and was wondering if anyone could recommend me a good easy to use database program.

[Latch]

If you're a beginner, Access or using an Excel spreadsheet is your best bet I'd say.

If you have some experience (especially with SQL), MySQL is a great SQL-based server: http://www.mysql.com/.

A great package for MySQL is phpMyAdmin, which allows a GUI for editing/maintaining your database/tables. You need to have a web server installed with php support:
http://www.apache.org/ - Apache (Web Server)
http://www.php.net/ - PHP
http://phpmyadmin.sf.net/ - phpMyAdmin

There may also be specialty programs/databases out there made for the type of data you want to keep (a catalog of video games).

Good luck!

[skinbag]

What about filemaker pro ? I've never used it , but it sounds good to me.
-"FileMaker Pro 6 is the leading workgroup database software for quickly creating and sharing solutions adapted to your business needs. Powerful features, broad platform support, and an easy-to-use interface make FileMaker Pro 6 indispensable for anyone who needs to track and manage people, projects, images and information. Use built-in instant-productivity templates to quickly design and deploy customized solutions. Easily communicate by sharing content with others over a network or intranet to collaborate on multiple projects for greater workgroup productivity. And, with the ability to exchange data with a virtually limitless number of other applications, FileMaker Pro 6 is ideal for gathering, managing and sharing all types of information." http://www.filemaker.com/downloads/pdf/datasheet_fm.pdf

[FlorentinoAriza]

filemaker pro is a great program.

mysql has one big advantage : it's free !!!
and if u ever want to host your collection on a website. you can put in on mac/linux/pc without any problems. @ the job we usted to work with MSsql, until the boss read about the free part and since then we are mysql, i never regretted the change, great sql server.