Throwback Thursday: February 26, 2026
In today's edition of Throwback Thursday, we explore the wonderful, mysterious world of COM, the tech that allows us to automate Excel from Access.
With over a million words scattered across more than 1,500 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
What the #$%& is COM!?
One of the most important concepts in VBA is also one of the least understood. Let’s shine a light on the Component Object Model.
Mike Wolfe
Overcoming Programming Language Barriers with COM
COM is sort of like a Chinese restaurant.
Mike Wolfe
Early Binding vs. Late Binding: The Essential Guide for VBA Developers
The Absolute Minimum Every VBA Developer Absolutely, Positively Must Know About Early and Late Binding in COM (No Excuses!)
Mike Wolfe
Wisdom from Around the Web
Use early binding and late binding in Automation - Office
Explains the types of binding available to Automation clients, and weighs both sides of each method.
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