I'm creating a database of outside trainers. Each trainer can handle
multiple categories of training. It is essential that the training manager
be able to create lists for specific categories as the need arises, as well
as being able to do more standard sorts such as Name. Rather than making
multiple entries for each Trainer (one for each category, which may reach
10+), I'd like to allow multiple entries in the Category column utilizing a
key for each category.

It seems that AutoFilter would be the ideal method for creating this db.
Well, actually Advanced AutoFilter, since I'll need to be able to select for
a specified category key.

I've begun the research in how to use this feature, but before I go much
further I'd like to make sure I'm on the right path.

So -- would Advanced AutoFilter allow me to extract those records where a
search criteria is met?

-- would I use the criteria range formula Trainers!I3:I70="10" to
extract those records in Trainers where Column I contains the category key
"10"?

-- assuming the above is true, is there a better source for direction
than Contextures?


Thanks so much!