I wanted a Poker Blind timer for the poker night with the Guys, did a quick search and couldn't find anything that was even half decent.
So I thought I'd write one, I started in Javascript, then lost interest quickly, then whipped it up in Flash using ActionScript 2. I got that working using timers, but wasn't really happy, found that a 1 second timer isn't very accurate.
I then rewrote it in Flash CS3 and ActionScript 3. This time using Date object thus keeping the countdown in sync with the clock. All was good and working, but it looked a bit drab.
So I thought I'd try it again in Flex 2, actually used the Flex 3 Builder beta. And the port from Flash CS3 to Flex 2 was fairly painless, actually quite liked it. Creating the interface in Flex is much easier and linking into methods was easier also.
I'll probably compile this up as a Adobe AIR product soon, just need to read the docs or find a quick tutorial. I've never really looked at AIR.
Anyway, have a look, all comments and suggestions welcome.
Poker Blind Timer
Minutes: Minutes between blind increase
Blind: Small Blind Starting Point
200 / 250: Balances blinds such that when they reach 200, they go to 250, so that you get 250, 500, 1000 etc.
Start: Start the timer, also allows Pause and Resume.
Reset: Stops the timer and resets all options the entered values.
I think it's self explanatory, if you play poker.
NEW VERSION! http://dale.fraser.id.au/2010/02/poker-blind-timer-version-2.html
9 comments:
Your link to the file is not working and the site on the comments is hacked :(
Check out http://www.madhousepoker.com.au
I could not see either of the 2 links in your description.... and yes, the second one is hacked..... Scary looking bunch of guys.
I fixed the link, not sure what you mean about hacked comments, I can't see anything wrong.
Ohh,
I see what you mean, that other persons site, i'll remove that comment.
Timer is simple, to the point, and exactly what I was looking for. The one thing I would suggest is to program the blinds to follow a standard structure, rather than just doubling until they're over 250. I'm sure you've run into these before, but check out this page for some structure ideas. http://www.homepokertourney.com/blinds.htm
In any case, looks good.
good read and good info thanks m8.
Nice timer but more options are needed.
There is an excellent free timer here.
Nice flash job!
Check out PTM - it's in beta but it's free and looks awesome - http://www.pokerdiy.com/poker-blinds-timer.aspx
I look forward to updates on this project. Just as you said, blind timer poker that's easy to use and free is a lot rarer than usual poker.
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