March Meeting
March 16th, 2008 by John LindquistHey uFlashers,
Here is an outline of the things you can expect at this week’s meeting. It
will be informative and evenly-paced. If you have any questions / request,
email me at info@flashextensions.com
Rob
Part 1 - Intro to Java
Objectives:
1. Create and run a Java application
2. Intro to syntax
3. Create and call a method
4. Create and call a Class method
5. See some shortcuts that can be used in Eclipse with Java
Part 2 - Running WebOrb for Java
Objectives:
1. Learn how to run WebOrb for Java
2. Get familiar with the WebOrb Console
3. Get familiar with WebOrb directory structure
Part 3 - Create a Java service
Objectives
1. Learn common relationships between Java and Flex
2. Export a jar
3. Test our newly created Java class in WebOrb console
Part 4 - Create a Flex client
Objectives
1. Learn how to communicate with WebOrb
2. Call a method on our service
Part 5 - Returning complex data from Java
Objectives
1. Learn how to return data types from Java
2. Learn how to use jars in your Java project
Part 6 - Connect to MySQL
Objectives
1. Learn how to communicate with a database
2. Learn how to format a query result and return it
If there is time..
Bonus: Saving bitmap data
Bonus: Create a simple chat