Test MulitpleMXML Components

To create a mxml component to test mulitple mxml components create a new mxml component. Create a horizontal group and place as many buttons on the group as you have components to test.

Make unique id's for each button. Create event handlers for all buttons. Don't worry about actions of the events we will take care of that later. For each button create a new corresponding state. I typically label states “sta”+button.text.

Click on a state giving it focus the drag the appropriate component from the components panel onto the state. I typically center the component on the canvas. Now lets return to each event handler and in set the currentState to the associated state. When you click on each button that component should become active.

Make sure to access the newly created component as the default for the mxml application. Typically you drag the newly created component onto the xmxl application in the design view.

This approach will allow you to test multiple components.

I can produce a video of the is same tutorial if enough people express and interest in seeing a video of this nature.

Function to handle URLs

To invoke a URL in Flash Builder is unlike any other web scenario. I use the following function to launch web sites and applications.

protected function LaunchOne($cmd:String):void

{

var urlReq:URLRequest = new URLRequest($cmd);

navigateToURL(urlReq, "_blank");

}

To use the function use the following calling sequence.

LaunchOne(“http://archbrooks.com”);

The above calling sequence will pass the URL to the function and the function does the remainder of the heavy lifting.

Flash Builder Interactive Debugger

If you are developing with Flash Builder I highly recommend you get and install the debugger version of flash. You can get the debugger version of flash at the Adobe web site. Doing so will allow you to interactively debug your Flash Builder application. The ability to interactively debug your application will accelerate your overall development effort.

Excellent Master Detail Text Tutorial

Many of the Flash Builder tutorials are rather useless. I found this particular tutorial to be among the best for demonstrating how to generate master detail forms in flash builder. I hope you find it useful too!

http://www.adobe.com/devnet/flex/videotraining/exercises/ex3_08.html

BCS Flash Builder Pay Pal Integration

This code demonstrates how to integrate Pay Pal features into a flash builder project.

To View the tutorial now click here. The URL for the video is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b4rpn77yLzk



Click here for project information. https://sourceforge.net/projects/bcsfbpaypal/

SEO Tools For Developers

A webinar is included. Buffer the video and enjoy. I find this level or information useful.

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Adding deeplinking and analytics to your Flex app is easier than you think

Dan Florio explains why "Adding deeplinking and analytics to your Flex app is easier than you think".

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