Difference between revisions of "Where do I Start"

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Of course, you should start by looking at the different versions of VistA, installing one on your computer, and trying it out. Once you've done that, here are a series of pages to direct your interests.

For Evaluators

You are an evaluator if you are considering using VistA. The Evaluator page will help you to determine if VistA is right for you.

• Evaluator Page

For Clinical Users

• Basic VistA Architecture
• CPRS -- the powerful front end to VistA

For Physicians

• Physician Page

For Nurses

• Nurse Page

For Pharmacists

• Pharmacist Page

For Vendors

You are a Vendor if you are hoping to make money supporting VistA. This section will cover the technology behind VistA in-depth and provides information pregarding installation, configuration, and support.

• Vendor Page

MUMPSter

If you already know MUMPS, here are technical references to get you deeper into the system fast.

• MUMPS programming guides.

• MUMPSter Page

• VistA MenuCommands New

For Novice Programmers

• Novice Programmer Page

For VistA Administrators

Here are links on how to Install Configure Maintain and Restore VistA installations.

• VistA Administration