A.Overview
Overview
SalesForce is a CRM application that sits on the top of cloud platform Force.com also called SalesForce platform.
This platform can be used to develop custom cloud apps with almost no coding
For me this platform is somewhat similar to Access on cloud with lot of customization and workflow features.
Where to use (Use Cases)
Prime candidate for adaption of SalesForce platform is Data Centric applications that involved business logic like workflows
it is not a platform for plain text and high end graphics based website development.
Getting Started
Perquisite
Account Setup : Sign-in for Develop account on https://developer.salesforce.com
Watch videos Tutorial Introduction to Force.com
Execute a quick Hands-on tutorial Force.com Workbook (PDF Version) (HTML Version)
Skim through Advance Tutorials Force.com Platform Fundamentals
Resources
Further Discussion
Master-detail relationships vs lookups
Forum Question : Unable to view apps on salesforce1 mobile app