Alex, I just noticed that I didn't answer your question - yes, I followed along and built the database myself. From a learning perspective, my plan is to go through all the lessons as I have been doing and follow along and build the database. Then, I think I am going to go back and watch them all again and build it a second time to reinforce the fundamentals. I figure that I'll continue doing that until I get as fast as Richard...hahahaha. Take care, M.

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Reply from Alex Hedley:

That's the best way :)
Practice practice practice.
It may take a few times but it's worth it.