RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
I prefer underscores for fields, too, but I'd still use the
belowmentioned constructor argument syntax if I wanted to set a property
corresponding to a field so as to take advantage of any format-checking
in the property setter:
class PolarCoordinate extends Object {
public function PolarCoordinate(radius:Number, theta:Number) {
super();
this.radius = radius;
this.theta = theta;
}
public function get radius():Number {
return _radius;
}
public function set radius(value:Number):Void {
if (isNaN(value) || !isFinite(value)) {
// Default to 0.
_radius = 0;
} else {
_radius = value;
}
}
public function get theta():Number {
return _theta;
}
public function set theta(value:Number):Void {
if (isNaN(value) || !isFinite(value)) {
// Default to 0.
_theta = 0;
} else {
// Normalize: 0 ≤ θ 2π
while (value 0) {
value += Math.PI * 2;
}
while (value = Math.PI * 2) {
value -= Math.PI * 2;
}
_theta = value;
}
}
private var _radius:Number;
private var _theta:Number;
}
�D
Mike Keesey
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Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
No, it isn't wrong which was entire the point of my earlier response.
I
gave essentially the same example as you. In fact, you've included it
quoted at the bottom of your response which I left intact.
However, just because it is correct doesn't mean I prefer it over
other
conventions. I prefer to use underscores with my field names.
-- james
Ash Warren wrote:
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the
same
as
a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but
sometimes I
don't even use this. :)
So this is wrong?
function MyClass (myParam1:Number, myParam2:String)
{
this.myParam1 = myParam1;
this.myParam2 = myParam2;
}
For me this method seems much easier to read and it even refers to
naming
parameters this way in the adobe best-practices article.
Why try and come up with 2 names for the same thing, when one will
suffice
just fine?
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Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 5:52 PM
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Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it
in
text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case
where
this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes.
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the
same
as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but
sometimes I don't even use this. :)
James O'Reilly - Consultant
Adobe Certified Flash Expert
http://www.jamesor.com
Design . Code . Train
Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like your rationale is
entirely
based on an argument name being identical to a class variable name.
I
might be looking at this too simply, but shouldn't you just use a
different argument name if it clashes with a class variable name?
-Steven
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Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:19 PM
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Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for
the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this
you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the
function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the
use
of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have
to
use this if you did something like the following
RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same as
a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but sometimes I
don't even use this. :)
So this is wrong?
function MyClass (myParam1:Number, myParam2:String)
{
this.myParam1 = myParam1;
this.myParam2 = myParam2;
}
For me this method seems much easier to read and it even refers to naming
parameters this way in the adobe best-practices article.
Why try and come up with 2 names for the same thing, when one will suffice
just fine?
-Original Message-
From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JOR
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 5:52 PM
To: Flashcoders mailing list
Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in
text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case where
this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes.
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same
as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but
sometimes I don't even use this. :)
James O'Reilly - Consultant
Adobe Certified Flash Expert
http://www.jamesor.com
Design . Code . Train
Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like your rationale is entirely
based on an argument name being identical to a class variable name. I
might be looking at this too simply, but shouldn't you just use a
different argument name if it clashes with a class variable name?
-Steven
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:flashcoders-
[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JOR
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:19 PM
To: Flashcoders mailing list
Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the use
of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have to
use this if you did something like the following:
class MyConstructor {
private var _target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
_target = target;
}
}
Even still, I think the VM might check for the existence of a var
named
_target local to the constructor function before locating the object's
field named _target.
It's been a while since I've done anything in AS1 so I may be way off
here but I thought I remembered this being necessary because at
weird
times the VM would think you were trying to instantiate a local var if
you didn't use this. Particularly in on (something) event
handlers.
Maybe I'm thinking of _global, or perhaps both. This, I'm not sure
about... if you'll excuse the pun. :)
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in text books from time to time. When I was in 10th grade, I had a French teacher who marked a question on a test wrong because the test came from the teacher's version of the text book and her book had a different (wrong) answer. The question was to provide the French word for the opposite of now. The correct answer is then but the text book said it was after. Everyone knows the opposite of before is after. The vocabulary word we learned that week was the French word for after however that was not the correct answer to the question on the test. If they wanted me to answer after then the test should have used before. I argued with the teacher for about 20 minutes to no avail and then I took it to the principal of the school and in the end I lost in the face of absolute insanity and the question remained marked as incorrect. That is an extreme example since using this is not wrong like saying the opposite of now is after, but I guess the point I'm trying to make is that you have complete control over the code you write and the implication that because a book uses a poor example we should code that way is just as insane as marking a correct answer on a test wrong because a book says it is. :) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
The question was to provide the French word for the opposite of now. The correct answer is then but the text book said it was after. This is way OT, but then is not the opposite of now in English or French any more than after is. The expression now and then is common in English, but that doesn't make them antonyms. And, if my high-school French hasn't failed me, maintenant et ensuite is a somewhat common expression. Dave Watts, CTO, Fig Leaf Software http://www.figleaf.com/ Fig Leaf Software provides the highest caliber vendor-authorized instruction at our training centers in Washington DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore and Northern Virginia, or on-site at your location. Visit http://training.figleaf.com/ for more information! ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
There's more than one way to skin a cat is another common expression, but it does not mean we all go around doing it :) Dave Watts wrote: The question was to provide the French word for the opposite of now. The correct answer is then but the text book said it was after. This is way OT, but then is not the opposite of now in English or French any more than after is. The expression now and then is common in English, but that doesn't make them antonyms. And, if my high-school French hasn't failed me, maintenant et ensuite is a somewhat common expression. Dave Watts, CTO, Fig Leaf Software http://www.figleaf.com/ Fig Leaf Software provides the highest caliber vendor-authorized instruction at our training centers in Washington DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore and Northern Virginia, or on-site at your location. Visit http://training.figleaf.com/ for more information! ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Says who? -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Glen Pike Sent: 12 October 2006 21:20 To: Flashcoders mailing list Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined There's more than one way to skin a cat is another common expression, but it does not mean we all go around doing it :) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
then is not the opposite of now Now means at the present time. Then means at any other time other than now. They are opposite. The phrase now and then has no bearing on the denotation of the words. Then is the antonym of now. If you disagree, what do you think is the opposite of now? It certainly isn't after because after is the opposite of before. Feel free to engage me further in this logomachy off-list. :) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
On Oct 12, 2006, at 5:38 PM, Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote: If you disagree, what do you think is the opposite of now? It certainly isn't after because after is the opposite of before. !now -- Troy RPSystems, Ltd. http://www.rpsystems.net ___ 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
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!now LOL Troy - excellent way to get us back on topic. Jason Merrill Bank of America Learning Organization Effectiveness - Technology Solutions ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Opposite denotes more of a polar difference (hot/cold, black/white, up/down) then can refer to any point, for example 1 second ago, along a time continuum. By your argument, 11:01 AM is the opposite of 11:02 AM... -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Steven Sacks | BLITZ Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2006 5:38 PM To: Flashcoders mailing list Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined then is not the opposite of now Now means at the present time. Then means at any other time other than now. They are opposite. The phrase now and then has no bearing on the denotation of the words. Then is the antonym of now. If you disagree, what do you think is the opposite of now? It certainly isn't after because after is the opposite of before. Feel free to engage me further in this logomachy off-list. :) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
http://osflash.org/flashcoders/etiquette quote Keep it coding There are plenty of other places to talk about general Flash topics, and even more places to talk about non-Flash topics. /quote - Original Message - From: Weaver Hickerson [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Flashcoders mailing list' flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com Sent: Friday, October 13, 2006 12:10 AM Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined Opposite denotes more of a polar difference (hot/cold, black/white, up/down) then can refer to any point, for example 1 second ago, along a time continuum. By your argument, 11:01 AM is the opposite of 11:02 AM... 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
So you're saying Now refers to this SINGLE point in time, and Then refers to ANY point other than Now. Definite vs indefinite. If you put it in code the opposite of now is !now or not now, and when is not now? Then. The plaintiff rests. ___ 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
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This aftenoon I subscribed to this list once again. And now I remember why I unsubscribed from the list so many months ago. Goodbye again. On 10/12/06, Steven Sacks | BLITZ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The plaintiff rests. ___ 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
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This aftenoon I subscribed to this list once again. And now I remember why I unsubscribed from the list so many months ago. Goodbye again. You'll be missed. Again. ;) ___ 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
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get fucked jerk. On 10/12/06, Steven Sacks | BLITZ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This aftenoon I subscribed to this list once again. And now I remember why I unsubscribed from the list so many months ago. Goodbye again. You'll be missed. Again. ;) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Steven, There is a better place for your really strong opinions... your blog! Please limit contributions to this list to code. There's a reason for the list etiquette guidelines: quote Keep it coding There are plenty of other places to talk about general Flash topics, and even more places to talk about non-Flash topics. /quote People venting and sounding off on all sorts of topics only serves to pollute the list and make it a far less valuable resource. Plus, you've sparked more than a few angry responses. It's getting old... Jim Kremens ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
OK. This is my fault, I provided an off-topic response to Steven's on-topic post, and he replied with an invitation to discuss it off-list. So, I apologize. Please end this here. Thanks! Dave Watts, CTO, Fig Leaf Software http://www.figleaf.com/ Fig Leaf Software provides the highest caliber vendor-authorized instruction at our training centers in Washington DC, Atlanta, Chicago, Baltimore, Northern Virginia, or on-site at your location. Visit http://training.figleaf.com/ for more information! -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jim Kremens Sent: Thursday, October 12, 2006 7:00 PM To: Flashcoders mailing list Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined Steven, There is a better place for your really strong opinions... your blog! Please limit contributions to this list to code. There's a reason for the list etiquette guidelines: quote Keep it coding There are plenty of other places to talk about general Flash topics, and even more places to talk about non-Flash topics. /quote People venting and sounding off on all sorts of topics only serves to pollute the list and make it a far less valuable resource. Plus, you've sparked more than a few angry responses. It's getting old... Jim Kremens ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
get fucked jerk. What happened to that whole unsubscribing thing you mentioned? How did you even receive this message if you unsubscribed? And if it indeed was not an honest statement and instead a sarcastic comment, why are you surprised by a sarcastic comment in return? I did get f**ked. By your mom. She jerked me too. I've fulfilled your request, it's the least I could do. And you should heed Jason's request and not swear on the mailing list. His bosses are watching. ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Can you boys take it off list please? On 13/10/2006, at 10:54 AM, Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote: get fucked jerk. What happened to that whole unsubscribing thing you mentioned? How did you even receive this message if you unsubscribed? And if it indeed was not an honest statement and instead a sarcastic comment, why are you surprised by a sarcastic comment in return? I did get f**ked. By your mom. She jerked me too. I've fulfilled your request, it's the least I could do. And you should heed Jason's request and not swear on the mailing list. His bosses are watching. ___ 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
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
No, it isn't wrong which was entire the point of my earlier response. I
gave essentially the same example as you. In fact, you've included it
quoted at the bottom of your response which I left intact.
However, just because it is correct doesn't mean I prefer it over other
conventions. I prefer to use underscores with my field names.
-- james
Ash Warren wrote:
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same as
a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but sometimes I
don't even use this. :)
So this is wrong?
function MyClass (myParam1:Number, myParam2:String)
{
this.myParam1 = myParam1;
this.myParam2 = myParam2;
}
For me this method seems much easier to read and it even refers to naming
parameters this way in the adobe best-practices article.
Why try and come up with 2 names for the same thing, when one will suffice
just fine?
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED]
[mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JOR
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 5:52 PM
To: Flashcoders mailing list
Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in
text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case where
this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes.
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same
as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but
sometimes I don't even use this. :)
James O'Reilly - Consultant
Adobe Certified Flash Expert
http://www.jamesor.com
Design . Code . Train
Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like your rationale is entirely
based on an argument name being identical to a class variable name. I
might be looking at this too simply, but shouldn't you just use a
different argument name if it clashes with a class variable name?
-Steven
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:flashcoders-
[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JOR
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:19 PM
To: Flashcoders mailing list
Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the use
of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have to
use this if you did something like the following:
class MyConstructor {
private var _target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
_target = target;
}
}
Even still, I think the VM might check for the existence of a var
named
_target local to the constructor function before locating the object's
field named _target.
It's been a while since I've done anything in AS1 so I may be way off
here but I thought I remembered this being necessary because at
weird
times the VM would think you were trying to instantiate a local var if
you didn't use this. Particularly in on (something) event
handlers.
Maybe I'm thinking of _global, or perhaps both. This, I'm not sure
about... if you'll excuse the pun. :)
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
You have to initialize (create) the array. Same as in AS 1.0.
myArray = new Array();
This:
public var items_arr:Array;
Doesn't create the array, it only typecasts the variable.
Jason Merrill
Bank of America
Learning Organization Effectiveness - Technology Solutions
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:flashcoders-
[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Jon Bennett
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:06 PM
To: flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com
Subject: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Hi,
got a AS NooB Q.
I'm working on a project and have decided to finally jump ship to AS2,
but I've run into a (probably obvious) problem which has me a bit
stumped.
I've written a class, in which I have an array, but the array always
traces 'undefined' and I can't work out why.
right, so example code:
// ArrayTest.as
class ArrayTest {
public var items_arr:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
}
public function test (str:String)
{
this.items_arr.push (str);
trace (this.items_arr);
}
}
// Timeline
// import class
import ArrayTest.as;
// create instance
var Test:ArrayTest = new ArrayTest();
// add some values to the array
Test.test ('foo');
Test.test ('bar');
I'm pretty sure this is just me not grasping something bleedin'
obvious!
tia,
jon
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
You have to initialize (create) the array. Same as in AS 1.0. myArray = new Array(); This: public var items_arr:Array; Doesn't create the array, it only typecasts the variable. hah, wicked - thought it'd be s basic error but didn't think it would be _that_ basic ;) thanks! jon -- jon bennett t: +44 (0) 1225 341 039 w: http://www.jben.net/ iChat (AIM): jbendotnet Skype: jon-bennett ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Its teh same when you create an Object; :) On 10/10/06, Jon Bennett [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You have to initialize (create) the array. Same as in AS 1.0. myArray = new Array(); This: public var items_arr:Array; Doesn't create the array, it only typecasts the variable. hah, wicked - thought it'd be s basic error but didn't think it would be _that_ basic ;) thanks! jon -- jon bennett t: +44 (0) 1225 341 039 w: http://www.jben.net/ iChat (AIM): jbendotnet Skype: jon-bennett ___ 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 -- Thank you, Naicu Octavian, Project Manager for AVChat http://www.avchat.net --- This message is for the designated recipient only and may contain privileged or confidential information. If you have received it in error, please notify the sender immediately and delete the original. Any other use of this e-mail by you is prohibited. ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
I prefer
myArray = [];
and
myObject = {};
But that's just me. :)
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Stephen, is that A2 standard way for initializing an object or is that
old A1 style?
Thanks,
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I prefer
myArray = [];
and
myObject = {};
But that's just me. :)
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
It's neither AS2 or AS1 centric.
Substituting [] for new Array() or {} for new Object() is universal
across many languages. Personally, I prefer the visual [] and {} to the
wordy new Array() and new Object(). It's quicker to write, and it's
easier to read.
[]
{}
Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words
but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write
$100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You just
draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at writing
code.
:)
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Hi,
and one other note,
don't do:
class ArrayTest {
public var items_arr:Array = [];
}
becoz that will be the same as :
class ArrayTest {
public static var items_arr:Array = []; }
initialize the array in your constructor instead.
greetz
JC
ps flash bug
On 10/10/06, Jon Bennett [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
You have to initialize (create) the array. Same as in AS 1.0.
myArray = new Array();
This:
public var items_arr:Array;
Doesn't create the array, it only typecasts the variable.
hah, wicked - thought it'd be s basic error but didn't think it would
be _that_ basic ;)
thanks!
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Y'all are nerds.
Jason Merrill
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[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Sacks | BLITZ
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 2:56 PM
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Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
It's neither AS2 or AS1 centric.
Substituting [] for new Array() or {} for new Object() is universal
across many languages. Personally, I prefer the visual [] and {} to
the
wordy new Array() and new Object(). It's quicker to write, and it's
easier to read.
[]
{}
Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words
but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write
$100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You
just
draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at
writing
code.
:)
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
On 10/10/06, Steven Sacks | BLITZ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write $100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You just draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at writing code. While I don't subscribe to that particular philosphy, I use var arr:Array=[]; too, simply because in MX/MX04 I've occasionally had completely inexplicable errors using =new Array() that went away when I replaced it with =[]. I assume it was a compiler error. It's probably been fixed by now, but old habits die hard... Ian ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
In AS2 typecasting helps uncover bugs at compile time, so its a good
idea to use them. Typecasting also enables class insight through popup
menus when you type a period after your variable name.
In AS3 typecasting is a much cooler as it directly affects the amount of
memory allocated for the variable. You can read about typecasting in
AS2 and AS3 in my blog entry:
http://www.jamesor.com/2006/08/23/strong-typing-comes-of-age-in-avm2/
In your class there are a few ways to handle the initialization. You
can do it at the field level like this:
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array = new Array();
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
Or you can do it in the class' constructor:
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
this.aryItems = new Array();
}
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
Or you can create an init() function that
can be used by the constructor as well as being called again after
object creation.
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
init();
}
public function init ():Void
{
this.aryItems = new Array();
// other object initializing stuff
}
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
There are more ways to do it than that but those are pretty common and
should get you started.
You might want to get used to using typecasting because if you ever move
on to AS3 you will have to use it as its a requirement.
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Jon Bennett wrote:
Hi,
got a AS NooB Q.
I'm working on a project and have decided to finally jump ship to AS2,
but I've run into a (probably obvious) problem which has me a bit
stumped.
I've written a class, in which I have an array, but the array always
traces 'undefined' and I can't work out why.
right, so example code:
// ArrayTest.as
class ArrayTest {
public var items_arr:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
}
public function test (str:String)
{
this.items_arr.push (str);
trace (this.items_arr);
}
}
// Timeline
// import class
import ArrayTest.as;
// create instance
var Test:ArrayTest = new ArrayTest();
// add some values to the array
Test.test ('foo');
Test.test ('bar');
I'm pretty sure this is just me not grasping something bleedin' obvious!
tia,
jon
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
On 10/10/06, Hans Wichman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Hi,
and one other note,
don't do:
class ArrayTest {
public var items_arr:Array = [];
}
becoz that will be the same as :
class ArrayTest {
public static var items_arr:Array = []; }
initialize the array in your constructor instead.
greetz
JC
ps flash bug
Not so much a bug as a feature of the fact that the language is prototype based.
See here for more info:
http://www.osflash.org/flashcoders/as2#why_does_my_initializer_get_shared_across_all_instances_like_it_s_static
(watch for line wraps)
Ian
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
This makes sense to me because Steven is talking about the instantiation of
the array and not the delcaration. So, in your properties you would still
need this:
private var myArray:Array
Right?
V
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From: Steven Sacks | BLITZ [EMAIL PROTECTED]
To: Flashcoders mailing list flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 11:56 AM
Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
It's neither AS2 or AS1 centric.
Substituting [] for new Array() or {} for new Object() is universal
across many languages. Personally, I prefer the visual [] and {} to the
wordy new Array() and new Object(). It's quicker to write, and it's
easier to read.
[]
{}
Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words
but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write
$100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You just
draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at writing
code.
:)
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Haha, ain't it the truth
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Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 12:03 PM
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Y'all are nerds.
Jason Merrill
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[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Sacks | BLITZ
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 2:56 PM
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Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
It's neither AS2 or AS1 centric.
Substituting [] for new Array() or {} for new Object() is universal
across many languages. Personally, I prefer the visual [] and {} to
the
wordy new Array() and new Object(). It's quicker to write, and it's
easier to read.
[]
{}
Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words
but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write
$100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You
just
draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at
writing
code.
:)
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Sorry for the confusion. I wasn't referring to the typecasting just the
instantiation. You should still use
myArray:Array = [];
and
myObject:Object = {};
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
myArray:Array = [];
and
myObject:Object = {};
Or,
myArray:Array = new Array()
and
myObject:Object = new Object();
Nothing wrong with that. :)
If anything, I like using the new operator as it is consistent with
creating other objects. new Sound() new MovieClip() (AS 3.0), new
SuperCoolClass().
Jason Merrill
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[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steven Sacks | BLITZ
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 3:24 PM
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Subject: RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Sorry for the confusion. I wasn't referring to the typecasting just
the
instantiation. You should still use
myArray:Array = [];
and
myObject:Object = {};
BLITZ | Steven Sacks - 310-551-0200 x209
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Or you can do it in the class' constructor:
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
this.aryItems = new Array();
}
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
I like this method best I think, so this is the one I'll be using.
thanks for all the thoughts!
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
There's no need to use this when referring to class variables from
within the class itself.
class ArrayTest {
public var myArray:Array;
public function ArrayTest() {
myArray = [];
}
public function test(str:String):Void {
myArray.push(str);
trace(myArray);
}
}
BLITZ | Steven Sacks - 310-551-0200 x209
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Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 12:44 PM
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Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Or you can do it in the class' constructor:
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
this.aryItems = new Array();
}
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Hi,
talking about square brackets, dunno how relevant this would be in the post
but you could also use it to make function calls:
function foo(param1:String,param2:String):void{
trace(param1+ +param2);
}
this function can be called by using:
foo(hello,world!);
or
*this[foo](hello,world);
*
P
On 10/11/06, Steven Sacks | BLITZ [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote:
Sorry for the confusion. I wasn't referring to the typecasting just the
instantiation. You should still use
myArray:Array = [];
and
myObject:Object = {};
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
talking about square brackets, dunno how relevant this would be Bracket access is a separate discussion, yes. :) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the use of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have to
use this if you did something like the following:
class MyConstructor {
private var _target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
_target = target;
}
}
Even still, I think the VM might check for the existence of a var named
_target local to the constructor function before locating the object's
field named _target.
It's been a while since I've done anything in AS1 so I may be way off
here but I thought I remembered this being necessary because at weird
times the VM would think you were trying to instantiate a local var if
you didn't use this. Particularly in on (something) event handlers.
Maybe I'm thinking of _global, or perhaps both. This, I'm not sure
about... if you'll excuse the pun. :)
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Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote:
There's no need to use this when referring to class variables from
within the class itself.
class ArrayTest {
public var myArray:Array;
public function ArrayTest() {
myArray = [];
}
public function test(str:String):Void {
myArray.push(str);
trace(myArray);
}
}
BLITZ | Steven Sacks - 310-551-0200 x209
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Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Or you can do it in the class' constructor:
class ArrayTest {
public var aryItems:Array;
public function ArrayTest ()
{
this.aryItems = new Array();
}
public function test (str:String):Void
{
this.aryItems.push (str);
trace (this.aryItems);
}
}
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RE: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like your rationale is entirely
based on an argument name being identical to a class variable name. I
might be looking at this too simply, but shouldn't you just use a
different argument name if it clashes with a class variable name?
-Steven
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Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the use
of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have to
use this if you did something like the following:
class MyConstructor {
private var _target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
_target = target;
}
}
Even still, I think the VM might check for the existence of a var
named
_target local to the constructor function before locating the object's
field named _target.
It's been a while since I've done anything in AS1 so I may be way off
here but I thought I remembered this being necessary because at
weird
times the VM would think you were trying to instantiate a local var if
you didn't use this. Particularly in on (something) event
handlers.
Maybe I'm thinking of _global, or perhaps both. This, I'm not sure
about... if you'll excuse the pun. :)
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Plenty of research has been done on the subject of icons versus words but suffice to say we don't write 100 dollars and 0 cents, we write $100.00. When you write music you don't write QUARTER NOTE C. You just draw a quarter note symbol on the C line. That's how I look at writing code. :) Assembly/machine languages are iconic, programming languages are supposed to be verbose. ;-) ryanm ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Assembly/machine languages are iconic, programming languages are supposed to be verbose. ;-) Your mom is verbose! ;) ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in
text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case where
this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes.
In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same
as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but
sometimes I don't even use this. :)
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Steven Sacks | BLITZ wrote:
Correct me if I'm wrong, but it looks like your rationale is entirely
based on an argument name being identical to a class variable name. I
might be looking at this too simply, but shouldn't you just use a
different argument name if it clashes with a class variable name?
-Steven
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From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:flashcoders-
[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of JOR
Sent: Tuesday, October 10, 2006 1:19 PM
To: Flashcoders mailing list
Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
Actually, the need is dependent on the implementation.
It was my understanding that AS first looks to the local scope for the
existence of a variable then works up to find it. By using this you
were explicitly telling flash that the var isn't local to the function
but rather belongs to the object cutting out a step for the VM.
Therefore, something like the following becomes possible and the use
of
this becomes necessary:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
this.target = target;
}
}
Because you can not do this:
class MyConstructor {
private var target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
target = target; // ?
}
}
However, depending on your naming conventions you might not have to
use this if you did something like the following:
class MyConstructor {
private var _target:MovieClip;
public function MyConstructor (target:MovieClip) {
_target = target;
}
}
Even still, I think the VM might check for the existence of a var
named
_target local to the constructor function before locating the object's
field named _target.
It's been a while since I've done anything in AS1 so I may be way off
here but I thought I remembered this being necessary because at
weird
times the VM would think you were trying to instantiate a local var if
you didn't use this. Particularly in on (something) event
handlers.
Maybe I'm thinking of _global, or perhaps both. This, I'm not sure
about... if you'll excuse the pun. :)
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Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case where this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes. In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but sometimes I don't even use this. :) ok - some interesting points here. could someone clarify for me please, whether I should be using this in my classes or not! It's really just a habit I've been in to do so. Also, what's the current naming convention? It used to be to add a _suffix to each item, to trigger the code hints (and help readability), but from the posts above, it looks like people are prefering to use a suffic preceeding, is it just personal preference or is there some best practice here. Thanks! jon ps: I'm enjoying getting my feet wet with AS2 atm :) -- jon bennett t: +44 (0) 1225 341 039 w: http://www.jben.net/ iChat (AIM): jbendotnet Skype: jon-bennett ___ 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] Moving to AS2, array always undefined
http://www.adobe.com/devnet/flash/articles/as_bestpractices.html check the archives or search flashcoders through google http://muzakdeezign.com/flashcoders/ http://muzakdeezign.com/flashcoders/?q=best%20practices http://muzakdeezign.com/flashcoders/?q=AS2%20best%20practices http://muzakdeezign.com/flashcoders/?q=OOP%20best%20practices Muzak - Original Message - From: Jon Bennett [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Flashcoders mailing list flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com Sent: Wednesday, October 11, 2006 1:53 AM Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] Moving to AS2, array always undefined A bad practice most likely, but not technically wrong. I do see it in text books from time to time. I was just mentioning it as a case where this *would* be needed as opposed to speaking in absolutes. In practice, you're right and I try not to name any parameters the same as a field name to avoid this confusion. Don't tell anyone, but sometimes I don't even use this. :) ok - some interesting points here. could someone clarify for me please, whether I should be using this in my classes or not! It's really just a habit I've been in to do so. Also, what's the current naming convention? It used to be to add a _suffix to each item, to trigger the code hints (and help readability), but from the posts above, it looks like people are prefering to use a suffic preceeding, is it just personal preference or is there some best practice here. Thanks! jon ps: I'm enjoying getting my feet wet with AS2 atm :) -- jon bennett ___ 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
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Muzak wrote: http://www.adobe.com/devnet/flash/articles/as_bestpractices.html Cool find. Thanks for the link James ___ 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
