Re: [Flashcoders] AS3 MovieClip - Flex .swc compile error - null objectreference
You instantiate classes, so 'things from the library'.
There is no 'stage' in an swc.
How do you work with the laying objects out in flash then accessing them in
flex properly?
You wrap a class around them, so throw them in a MovieClip and execute the
Create Flex Component command on that movieclip.
You then create instances of that MovieClip in Flex through its Linkage ID or
if you used a package (and class) through the full
package+class name.
regards,
Muzak
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Subject: [Flashcoders] AS3 MovieClip - Flex .swc compile error - null
objectreference
I compiled a flash movieclip component .swc for flex from flash, problem is,
I get a null object error when i try to access the
instance of things on the stage, however, this error passes the testing inside
flash but not flex. Do all objects need to be
instianted from the library by casting or can you instaniate them from the
stage too?
How do you work with the laying objects out in flash then accessing them in
flex properly?
var p1:MovieClip = new Product as MovieClip
Or can i instaniate with instance names?
Thanks,
Patrick
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Re: [Flashcoders] ComboBox Component and preloader
Ah right, that can be annoying indeed. Did you generate any size reports, while working on the preloader? greetz JC On 8/18/07, Kerry Thompson [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hans Wichman wrote: could you try exporting the classes in the frame BEFORE you export your content? This seems so simple, yet I spent the better part of a day getting this to work. I was doing everything exactly right, as far as I could tell. Exporting classes on frame 5, instances on-stage in frame 6. I'm beginning to appreciate the frustration with V2 components. You'll love the solution. I finally discovered that I was exporting a radio button component on frame 1. The way components interact, that was screwing everything up, and neither the radio buttons nor the ComboBox were working. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction, Hans. Cordially, Kerry Thompson ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
[Flashcoders] Building Text Editor with HTML formated text field
Hi All, I have some project that requesting to build a text editor with these features: - Image drag and drop to text area. - When image drop and placed inside text area, the text auto wrap around the image. - Other text editing feature like bold, italic, etc I only have an idea right now, using Flash CS3 image can be inserted by using html format enabled on text field, but I don’t know whether html format can have selection. I’ve been develop text editor before using non html format on text field and it was fine, but I haven’t tried to use html formatted. I need opinion on you all, is it possible to do this project? And if it so, do you all have any idea on how to do it? Many thanks! Best Regards, Enrico M Tumilisar Interactive and Multimedia Developer - HYPERLINK http://www.digi-can.comwww.digi-can.com +62.815.922.42.63 No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.484 / Virus Database: 269.12.0/961 - Release Date: 8/19/2007 7:27 AM ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
RE: [Flashcoders] ComboBox Component and preloader
Ah right, that can be annoying indeed. Did you generate any size reports, while working on the preloader? Yes, I did. I ran the profiler in debug mode. That's when I saw the spike on the first frame and started digging around. The ironic thing is that the piece has very little graphics. It's very code-intensive. It calculates what you need to save for retirement, and uses some heavy-duty actuarial math, but few graphics. So, the piece is very light, and the load bar is superfluous on broadband. Even on a 28.8 modem, it only takes a couple of seconds to load. Cordially, Kerry Thompson ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
RE: [Flashcoders] Re: [OT] Improve my design skills
I used the term Creative Developer. :) Mikeg -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Mario Gonzalez Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2007 12:02 AM To: flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Re: [OT] Improve my design skills Developer is definitely the BEST term to describe that. I also gave up :) You say coder, to most people they already automatically think c++... which makes them intern assume you can't think with the left side of your brain. Graphic designer, from my experience people then assume you know don't know a variable from a zebra. You say developer, and they don't really even know what that actually entails, at which point they can ask you what that means and you can tell them: I use code to make things work, during that process I figure out what works best / doesn't work / looks nicest and make changes to it. mario http://www.onedayitwillmake.com Zeh Fernando wrote: Hey guys, How would we call someone who likes both coding and graphics (design) ? A Graphics Coder ? I love programming but I also love graphics design - I can see art in code and logic in design! I like mixing both worlds and creating amazing things (that's why I love the flash platform, it makes it easy and obvious this aspect of design and code being inter-mixed). I've gave up on finding a definition. Developer is a better term. :) Zeh ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Re: [OT] Improve my design skills
... On 8/19/07, Zeh Fernando [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey guys, How would we call someone who likes both coding and graphics (design) ? A Graphics Coder ? I love programming but I also love graphics design - I can see art in code and logic in design! I like mixing both worlds and creating amazing things (that's why I love the flash platform, it makes it easy and obvious this aspect of design and code being inter-mixed). I've gave up on finding a definition. Developer is a better term. :) Zeh ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Re: [OT] Improve my design skills
On 8/18/07, Marcelo de Moraes Serpa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey guys, How would we call someone who likes both coding and graphics (design) ? A Graphics Coder ? Deseloper... http://www.deseloper.com/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Deseloper The term was created years ago by *Jen deHaan which hasn't catch on yet ( that's why we have this thread ;) ).* I love programming but I also love graphics design - I can see art in code and logic in design! I like mixing both worlds and creating amazing things (that's why I love the flash platform, it makes it easy and obvious this aspect of design and code being inter-mixed). On 8/17/07, Marcelo de Moraes Serpa [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello folks, I'm currently mainly a coder, but I also love graphics design and design in general. I would love to improve my overall design awareness. Does anyone have any book (or any other resource such as website, magazine, mailing list, whatever) to recommend ? If so, I would be grateful! Thanks, Marcelo. ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
[Flashcoders] Slide Presentation - Please Help
Hi - new member here, but I've been coding in Flash for a number of years. I
have a problem that I hope someone can help me out with.
I have created a Flash Slide Presentation that is synced to a FLV file. So far,
it works pretty good, but I am having a problem.
I am using buttons to create Chapter Points within the presentation. AKA, you
click on a button, and the MediaPlayback component should jump to the correct
position in the FLV file, and the correct slide should appear next to the video.
Here is the code that's on the button:
on (release) {
var m = media_Playback;
var q = m.getCuePoint(slide2);
m.play(Math.round(q.time));
gotoSlide(this.slide_master.slide2_master.slide2);
}
the variable media_Playback is an instance of the MediaPlayback component
that is loaded on the top-most level slide (called presentation). The rest of
the variables are local to the on (release) code.
Here's the problem: when I click the button, the FLV will go to the correct
place in the presentation. However, the slide loads and immediately switches to
the last slide it was on. So, for example, if I am currently on slide 7, and I
want to go back to slide 2 (which is a chapter point) by clicking the button,
the above code will cause the FLV to go to the correct point in the video,
slide 2 will appear for half a heartbeat, and then it switches back to slide 7
(the video still plays where I want it to, however). Obviously, this isn't
desired.
I've been wracking my brain for two days to figure this out, and I can't solve
it. If I don't do anything with cue-ing the FLV (removing the m.play() code),
the correct slide loads fine (however, of course, the video is in the wrong
place). Only when I add the wrinkle of cue-ing the video do I have an issue. I
have traced the values, of m, q and q.time, by the way, and they both
have expected values, so it doesn't seem like an addressing problem.
One interesting things I noted is that the value of m.playheadTime is the
same before and after I change the position where the FLV should be playing
back. I've even tried changing the value of m.playheadTime, but it didn't work
(I'm pretty sure this is a read-only property). I think this might be what's
wrong, but I have no idea how to fix this problem, so I'm hoping someone can
please help me.
Thank you!
Tom Petz
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[Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. So, I was wondering if anyone out there knew of good resources, wanted to contribute (hell, I'll give you all the credit, you can write a book, etc.), collaborate, share. I've search most of the tutorial sites, but most code is not a great OO example for Flash games due to little OO, or too much complexity for the beginner. Your input is welcome, rock on. Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
RE: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Mike Reilly wrote: I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so I'd recommend two books, both by Colin Moock, both published by O'Reilly. First read ActionScript for Flash MX: The Definitive Guide, then Essential ActionScript 2.0. The first one is an excellent introduction to coding in Flash. It covers essential things like levels vs. layers. It also has an excellent reference for Flash commands and classes. Some of the ActionScript in that one is a bit dated--a lot is based on AS 1. I'd skim over the code examples, because AS 2 is a very different model. Basically, you can write OOP in AS 1, with some difficulty, while AS 2 is OOP-oriented. The second book has excellent coverage of OOP and its AS 2 implementation. Start with those two, and you really can't go wrong. There are a lot of other good books, but I consider those the cream of the crop. Cordially, Kerry Thompson ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
At 8:19 PM -0400 8/19/07, Mike Reilly wrote: Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. Hi Mike, I'm teaching an AS 2 class for non-programmers at Northeastern this Summer (they haven't upgraded yet either). I use Pong as a basic example (and then beat it to death.. ;-) Not true OOP with this group but I introduce the ideas. The class site is here: http://roypardi.com/neu_summer/ - maybe this will give you some ideas of what to do (or not to do..). --Roy -- - Studio Site Updated! http://www.roypardi.com/ ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Hi Mike, I don't have exactly what you're looking for but hopefully it can help a bit. I am working on an AS3 version/rewrite of my game design demystified series of books. That won't be out for a long time, but you can lots of game related code from physics to AI on my blog. For the most part it is AS3, but there is some AS2 as well. Here is the link: http://jobemakar.blogspot.com I wish you luck in finding the right materials for your class! Jobe Makar http://www.electrotank.com http://www.electro-server.com phone: 252-627-8026 mobile: 919-609-0408 fax: 919-882-1121 - Original Message - From: Mike Reilly [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com Sent: Sunday, August 19, 2007 8:19 PM Subject: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. So, I was wondering if anyone out there knew of good resources, wanted to contribute (hell, I'll give you all the credit, you can write a book, etc.), collaborate, share. I've search most of the tutorial sites, but most code is not a great OO example for Flash games due to little OO, or too much complexity for the beginner. Your input is welcome, rock on. Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). You don't have to limit yourself to AS2 just because your school's Flash version isn't CS3 yet. If you plan to go the OOP route, and Pong specifically, there probably won't be that much in terms of timeline animation anyway. You'll have graphics for the paddles, the ball and the score. That'll pretty much be it, the rest will be code. You don't need the Flash IDE for that. I'd recommend you have a look at the Flex 2 SDK (or even haXe[.org]). There are several reasons why I believe that it is an alternative you should consider: AS2 is on the way out, AS3 will stay. AS3's API is more consistent. AS3 is compiled for the new (much faster) VM, which is a big advantage for games. Finally, and this is the most important reason IMHO, the Flex 2 SDK is free, so your students can (legally) install it at home. Mark On 8/20/07, Mike Reilly [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. So, I was wondering if anyone out there knew of good resources, wanted to contribute (hell, I'll give you all the credit, you can write a book, etc.), collaborate, share. I've search most of the tutorial sites, but most code is not a great OO example for Flash games due to little OO, or too much complexity for the beginner. Your input is welcome, rock on. Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Hi Mike, you've hit on an interesting dilema. Most Flash developers are to a greater degree, self taught. This is both a blessing and a curse. The skill level, and by extension, the development methodologies put in to practice in the real world range from basic, timeline procedural, to over engineered, pattern based pedantic dogma OO. I'd recommend pragmatism. There are a number of excellent books on Actionscript and OO methodologies and actionscript and patterns. Given the nature of Flash, the need to enforce strict pattern based solutions is limited but the need to enforce good OO best practices and code is essential. I personally can't say I have ever come across a holy grail actionscript OO site, but there are many good blogs out there that cover the info you will need (there just a bit scattered). The best advise I can give you is to google what you're looking for - like the rest of us ;) lol But if you want to try blogs, then here's a couple of reliable ones: Grant Skinner - http://www.gskinner.com/blog/ Colin Moock - http://www.moock.org/ Keith Peters - http://www.bit-101.com/blog/ Aral Balkan - http://aralbalkan.com/ Guy Watson- http://www.flashguru.co.uk/ Richard Leggett - http://www.richardleggett.co.uk/blog/index.php There are many many others, but that should keep you going for a while. Incidentally, if you're interested in teaching actionscript in a games environment, you could do worse than have a look at the Nintendo Wii's flash support. It's pretty easy and well documented on line in many sites. It'd certainly make it popular and topical for the class and give you an excuse to get a Wii in. Sean www.flashcoder.net/blog Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. So, I was wondering if anyone out there knew of good resources, wanted to contribute (hell, I'll give you all the credit, you can write a book, etc.), collaborate, share. I've search most of the tutorial sites, but most code is not a great OO example for Flash games due to little OO, or too much complexity for the beginner. Your input is welcome, rock on. Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
On 8/20/07, [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: But if you want to try blogs, then here's a couple of reliable ones: Grant Skinner - http://www.gskinner.com/blog/ Colin Moock - http://www.moock.org/ Keith Peters - http://www.bit-101.com/blog/ Aral Balkan - http://aralbalkan.com/ Guy Watson- http://www.flashguru.co.uk/ Richard Leggett - http://www.richardleggett.co.uk/blog/index.php Yeah, right -- that's what his post was about in the first place. :) Adding to the list, I came across this the other day -- well explained, plus some really pretty interactive examples: http://lab.polygonal.de/category/data-structures/ Mark ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
I think we're on the same path Roy. While I have some future coders, this is Intro for 9th-11th grade kids, so my task is to teach but also whet their appetite for more. My deeper desire is to do it as OO as possible, to better prepare them for AP Comp Sci if they choose. I used to be the Co-Director of TechBoston up there in Boston, wish I were closer. I'm in Georgia now. If you're interested in doing more of an OO spin, let me know and I'll keep you in the loop. Thanks! Mike On 8/19/07, Roy Pardi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 8:19 PM -0400 8/19/07, Mike Reilly wrote: Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. Hi Mike, I'm teaching an AS 2 class for non-programmers at Northeastern this Summer (they haven't upgraded yet either). I use Pong as a basic example (and then beat it to death.. ;-) Not true OOP with this group but I introduce the ideas. The class site is here: http://roypardi.com/neu_summer/ - maybe this will give you some ideas of what to do (or not to do..). --Roy -- - Studio Site Updated! http://www.roypardi.com/ ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Hi Mike, I do a University course for New Media students that might be of interest. You can still see the old AS2 notes here: https://my.ryerson.ca/bbcswebdav/users/blesser/Flash/FPN537/ The current site is all AS2 but I am in the midst of rewriting it to AS3 for the fall. If you think it is useful I'll leave the old AS2 site in place for a while. Feel free to grab anything that you think might help. Yours truly, -Brian Mike Reilly wrote: Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. So, I was wondering if anyone out there knew of good resources, wanted to contribute (hell, I'll give you all the credit, you can write a book, etc.), collaborate, share. I've search most of the tutorial sites, but most code is not a great OO example for Flash games due to little OO, or too much complexity for the beginner. Your input is welcome, rock on. Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com -- __ Brian Lesser Assistant Director, Application Development and Integration Computing and Communications Services Ryerson University 350 Victoria St. Toronto, Ontario Phone: (416) 979-5000 ext. 6835 M5B 2K3Fax: (416) 979-5220 Office: POD?? E-mail: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Enter through LB99) Web: http://www.ryerson.ca/~blesser __ ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Thanks so much to all of you for such quick responses. I'm sure my students will benefit from many of the links that you've already sent. Since I'm not the best at clarity when writing, I'll throw out what started this thinking. I read Andy Harris' Beginning Flash Game Programming For Dummies, and I think the level of that book was awesome for intro. I have also been using Greenfoot.org as a supplement to teach Java, as kids love games whether it's intro or more advanced (remember, these are 14-17 year olds, and we're trying to generate an interest in programming). So this semester I'll be trying to develop an OO approach, using Actionscript (can't install anything else without formal district approval). Some of the resources forwarded should be very helpful, and I truly appreciate all support. I'll be reading Moock's Essential ActionScript 2.0, combining it with Harris' Dummies, to create Essential Games for Dummies! On a serious note, how do you get an enter_frame event handler to work inside an AS file? Thanks again, I won't bother you all much more. Please take a look at last year's kids work: www.nghsit.com/studyhall Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
You might also want to look at Sandy. It is a 3D engine for Actionscript. Very easy to build 3D applications that might be fun for the kids. Check out Script_in_Action forum for resources and links. Mike Reilly wrote: Thanks so much to all of you for such quick responses. I'm sure my students will benefit from many of the links that you've already sent. Since I'm not the best at clarity when writing, I'll throw out what started this thinking. I read Andy Harris' Beginning Flash Game Programming For Dummies, and I think the level of that book was awesome for intro. I have also been using Greenfoot.org as a supplement to teach Java, as kids love games whether it's intro or more advanced (remember, these are 14-17 year olds, and we're trying to generate an interest in programming). So this semester I'll be trying to develop an OO approach, using Actionscript (can't install anything else without formal district approval). Some of the resources forwarded should be very helpful, and I truly appreciate all support. I'll be reading Moock's Essential ActionScript 2.0, combining it with Harris' Dummies, to create Essential Games for Dummies! On a serious note, how do you get an enter_frame event handler to work inside an AS file? It works but you shouldn't use it . Look at using intervals. Try not to teach bad programming practices to kids at that age. You might also want to read Heads Up Design Patterns just to find out the right way to do many things. It is oriented to Java but all relevant to ActionScript. Ron Thanks again, I won't bother you all much more. Please take a look at last year's kids work: www.nghsit.com/studyhall Mike ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
Mike Reilly wrote: I think we're on the same path Roy. While I have some future coders, this is Intro for 9th-11th grade kids, so my task is to teach but also whet their appetite for more. My deeper desire is to do it as OO as possible, to better prepare them for AP Comp Sci if they choose. I used to be the Co-Director of TechBoston up there in Boston, wish I were closer. I'm in Georgia now. If you're interested in doing more of an OO spin, let me know and I'll keep you in the loop. There is no reason not to follow OOP principles to the hilt. You have all of the essential structures in ActionScript. You might also try to explain MVC and show how this helps simplify programming. MVC and OOP will give your students a really good way to get a lot done with a little bit of code. Some of the Heads Up Design Patterns examples are fun and designed to appeal to the 14 year old in all of us. (How does your duck quack? What if it is a rubber duck?) Ron Thanks! Mike On 8/19/07, Roy Pardi [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: At 8:19 PM -0400 8/19/07, Mike Reilly wrote: Hi there - I'm a high school teacher who's decided to teach Intro to Programming using Actionscript (2.0 for now, waiting for the school to upgrade). I'd prefer to take an OO approach, and use games in doing so. For example, my first game would be a Pong copy. Lots of basics in there to learn the environment, basic principles, etc. Hi Mike, I'm teaching an AS 2 class for non-programmers at Northeastern this Summer (they haven't upgraded yet either). I use Pong as a basic example (and then beat it to death.. ;-) Not true OOP with this group but I introduce the ideas. The class site is here: http://roypardi.com/neu_summer/ - maybe this will give you some ideas of what to do (or not to do..). --Roy -- - Studio Site Updated! http://www.roypardi.com/ ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
Re: [Flashcoders] Intro to OOP using ActionScript
On 8/19/07, Ron Wheeler [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Some of the Heads Up Design Patterns examples are fun and designed to appeal to the 14 year old in all of us. (How does your duck quack? What if it is a rubber duck?) 14-year-old or 4-year-old? -- Mike Keesey ___ Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com To change your subscription options or search the archive: http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders Brought to you by Fig Leaf Software Premier Authorized Adobe Consulting and Training http://www.figleaf.com http://training.figleaf.com
