This chapter can be very challenging for those who have not heard of the term linear programming. For those who enjoy this subject, other terms such as machine learning and data mining will make them smile. The good news is that professionals with these skills like yourself are very sought after and get compensated generously. After reading this chapter, you have learned how to model a linear programming problem and tell Excel to solve it for you. We will continue attaining advanced Excel skills and get introduced to VBA, Excel's scripting language.