Update

Checking the web site for errors and refining design.

Update

Beta version of web site launched in facebook. Getting positive feedback from many people.

Update

Updated and improved the history.swf layout.


Checked and updated content of XML files to match the tutorials.

Update

Worked on improving the timed quiz and it's timer event. Added ability to pause the quiz with a smart timer system learned from Emanuele Feronato. 

Update

Updated graphics which were not rendering correctly in flash.


Updated timed quiz code and animation.


Fixed widths of secondary menu tabs.

xml buttons for quiz

Having a dynamic textfield for the XML data interfered with the button below.


Solution 1: Creating a mask on top of the dynamic text field.
Problem: The button animation wouldn't play.


Solution 2: Insert the dynamic fields into the button and alter the code accordingly.
Problem: This method was giving errors and the XML data could not find the text fields.


Solution 3: disable the mouse option for the test fields
theText.mouseEnabled = false;

It works!

Working Code - Main.fla

What works:

stop();

import com.greensock.*;
import com.greensock.easing.*;

//import the tween styles
import fl.transitions.Tween;
import fl.transitions.easing.*;

Week 01

What my project is?

Vedamatics is a web site that will help students and math enthusiasts understand what  the ancient India method of calculations is and how it is beneficial. This project aims to make it easier for users to not only learn but also remember the calculations easily by integrating quizzes with the tutorials.

Mark Badger SP11

Module 1

• Project Overview and what is remaining
• Summary and Goals

Module 2

• Working Code : Main.fla
• Summary and Goals