Throwback Thursday: October 8, 2026
In today's edition of Throwback Thursday, we anthropomorphize VBA's neglect at Microsoft and debut the first episode of our new web comic, "Compact & Repair".
With over a million words scattered across more than 1,800 articles on this blog, you've probably missed a few things here.
That’s why each week in "Throwback Thursday," we’ll revisit some standout posts. Expect a blend of my personal favorites, insightful articles from other great minds, and a touch of coding humor to keep things light.
Highlights from NoLongerSet.com
Microsoft and VBA: A Love(less) Story
Whatever happened to the passion Microsoft once had for VBA? From love story to marriage of convenience, this article is one weird ride.
Mike Wolfe
Microsoft Access: A Victim of Its Own Success
Looking for bold new features in Microsoft Access? Don’t hold your breath.
Mike Wolfe
Microsoft Access’s Multiple Personality Disorder
The dual nature of Access–and the ignorance of this reality–is a major source of the shade that “real programmers” throw its way.
Mike Wolfe
Developer Humor
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