Archive for the 'Eclipse' Category
FlexFormatter Eclipse Plug-in
If you are a MXML and/ or ActionScript developer using Eclipse, you must use FlexFormatter. Head over to sourceforge and grab this eclipse plug-in NOW! Finally, an end to the war between new-liners and same-liners.
No commentsActionScript Message Format Presentation
A few weeks back I gave a presentation at the Central Pennsylvania Flash User Group (CPFUG) on the ActionScript Message Format, or AMF. Below is a screen capture of the presentation along with audio. You can also download a higher quality 800×600 version here.
Adobe Flash Player version 9 or higher is required.
4 commentsPureMVC Debug Console by Kap Lab
I recently stumbled upon a pretty cool project released by Kap Lab called PureMVC Console. The debugging console allows you to track various aspects of your single/multi-core PureMVC applications in a convenient manner. Setup is simple and the developer guide shows you how to easily switch your project between production and debug mode via compiler directives. During run-time of your application, you can hit a simple key command to bring the debug console up. This project is definitely worth a look!
No commentsManaging your code with Git and the EGit plug-in
Problem
I’ve been migrating to Git for my SCM needs. Using the command line is fine and all, but it would be nice to have a more accessible and streamlined approach. One that works with eclipse/flex builder?
Solution
The EGit project is an eclipse plug-in for managing projects that use Git. Though the project is somewhat new, it has come a long way. It is simple to use and the project is constantly being improved.
Explanation
For more information, see my flex cookbook article at http://www.adobe.com/cfusion/communityengine/index.cfm?event=showdetails&postid=12606&loc=en_US&productid=2.
No commentsUsing the FluorineFx AMF3 package to communicate with Flex.
Problem
Utilizing SOAP web services to communicate with Flex has many benefits, but it’s slow. Using custom XML can be light-weight, but it’s not standard. What is the best route for someone using ASP.NET?
Source
ASP.NET and Flex Source Code [1.8 MB]
Explanation
Instead of using SOAP or your own custom XML solution, I recommend giving AMF a try. Visit http://osflash.org/documentation/amf.
9 commentsAuthentication using Flex and the PureMVC Framework
Problem Summary
Almost all of the projects I work on in Flex utilize some form of authentication. So I needed a base flex project that had an authentication wrapper built with the PureMVC Framework.
Solution Summary
Being that I use PureMVC in all of my flash/flex development, I have several base projects on hand to get a project rolling. If you use PureMVC or are interested in getting your feet wet, here you go!
Explanation
For this example, I am going to assume some underlying knowledge of OOP, Flex, and PureMVC. For simplicity sake, I removed any flex remoting specific code (ex. SOAP, XML, AMF, etc…). In another example I’ll demonstrate how to setup projects using both SOAP and AMF based web services.
Requirements:
1. Flex Builder / Eclipse
2. PureMVC Framework (source or SWC) http://www.puremvc.org
3. Understanding of Object-oriented principles.
In support of the Flex Cookbook, the source code and further explanation will be provided on the Adobe Developer Connection website.
Source code - ADC Flex Cookbook 1 comment
ADC Flex Cookbook
For anyone using the Adobe Developer Connection flex cookbook, check out the flex builder/eclipse RSS plug-in at http://flex.actionscript.it/index.php?title=RssPanel_En. If you don’t know what I’m talking about, definitely head on over to the ADC and check it out!
Install path: http://flex.actionscript.it/plugins/RssFlex/
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