A Discord server called Access Talk, created in March 2024, offers a welcoming online space for Microsoft Access users to connect, share knowledge, and support one another. Created by a group of Access MVPs and MVP Alums including Jim Dettman & Doug Yudovich, this server aims to foster a friendly community where members can ask questions, exchange tips, and collaborate in a low-pressure environment.
Currently, the server is moderated by a dedicated team of experienced members: Ade Bell, Crystal Long, Maria Barnes, George Hepworth, Jim Dettman, and Doug Yudovich, who help maintain a supportive and organized environment for all participants.
Although currently experiencing modest activity, Access Talk provides various text and voice channels designed to keep conversations organized and accessible. Users can join discussions, participate in voice chats, and even share screens, leveraging Discord’s versatile platform to enhance communication among Access enthusiasts.
To join, you will need a Discord user account. Once registered, you can use the invitation link to enter the server and start engaging with fellow Access users. This initiative reflects the growing trend of professional and hobbyist communities turning to Discord for real-time, organized interaction beyond traditional forums.
For those new to Discord, it functions as an invite-only community hub where members can chat via text or voice channels tailored to specific topics, making it easier to find help and share expertise efficiently.
If you are interested in expanding your Access network and gaining direct support from MVPs and experienced users, Access Talk is a promising new resource to explore.
Invitation link:
https://discord.gg/ayHNDpd7Ga
They’ve also released the following YouTube presentation on the subject:
If you watch the video you’ll learn things like the fact that there will be little moderation on the Discord Server. Moderators will only step in for truly egregious behavior, otherwise they will simply let things take their natural course. That said, you can block users as you see fit (and unblock), so self-moderate as it were.
Correction: Thanks to Crystal Long for informing me that the Discord Server was actually launched in March 2024 and for pointing out typos.
Made an account this morning, and you are spot-on: quiet there ATM.
It requires a ‘new’ Discord account, so that turns off some people (especially the older generation).
It’s new, so the user base needs to grow to become useful and I also haven’t seen much publicity on the matter. If people don’t know about it …
It’s a very different approach to user support that’s for sure.
Time will tell.
thanks for your article, Daniel.
Recently, a bunch of “inactive” Access Talk members accidentally got deleted. If you joined, but don’t see Access Talk anymore, click the invitation link again!
https://discord.gg/ayHNDpd7Ga
~crystal
No words!