You will all be coming from various levels of understanding.

Because we chose to make this a data independent solution with the maximum level of privacy available to Herbalists and their Clients in a cloud based world, there are no connected code libraries maintained by us. Furthermore, all source code is open source for customization and transparency purposes.

An "introduction" of "software" of this kind for small business applications should turn many of the technology business start ups targeting small business users and individuals on their heads.

The level to which the SAAS companies were building applications to capture users and their data solely for purposes of aggregation was not remotely healthy. This stands to offer users around the globe alternative systems for their data needs with a level of personal privacy, security, customization and growth opportunities that is unmatched today.

Many/most "targeted users", such as this first group, Herbalists, will need and/or should seek technical help from technologists who enjoy this type of thing. Remember. They are use to being the healers in the commercial transactions and many still suck at playing the part of the the ones in need, even though most are in severe need!!

It is our expectation that you will be able to help these folks with installation, setup, basic use, ongoing use and customization as these modules roll out. Our suggestion is to learn about accounting and bookkeeping and other small business services, so you can become a key consultant to small businesses with a $25 to $65 per hour remote support price tag. Yes. We know many of you are "worth much more", but a financial reset must start somewhere, and working from home in PJ's has it's advantages. Charge more for onsite visits and in person consults as needed.

Please maintain the privacy of your users systems by not putting them on any type of shared libraries that extend beyond the privacy of their own accounts. Do NOT put them on any shared libraries you may share from outside of their account, among your clients.

These Google Sheet file templates evolved over several years and the decision to go with no shared libraries external to the end user's account was done for maximum privacy. Please respect that. Such a system will cost the users a little more over time. However, no comparable level of privacy can be guaranteed without this design feature.

There is a LOT of technical information here for many to learn about.

Remember, much of this stuff can seem very complex to folks who don't already have very sound understanding of Parent=Child records and relationships as well as AUD sets (add, update, delete) sets of forms and scripts. Modern day systems in which report generation is mixing with forms is technologically great, but that adds confusion to the mix for those new to full stack work.

We are going to be engaging Professional Educators to create affordable online classes to help you, the technologists, explore these files and the technology in them.

In the mean time, or in addition to that, please create your own facebook groups or comparable (private or public) to share understanding about what is happening in the files. Show the world you don't need formal education.