Worried about add-ons

[alexransome]

Hi,

I've started the Livecode University course and really feeling that I can see this through and produce something at the end. My concern though is that I will have the next "kick-ass" app idea perfect for Livecode, but will require an addon to complete the app.

So are ALL addons to enhance the programmers toolset (make a development happen quicker becasue someone has created an addon which creates the code you need to complete the portion that you need) or to ADD to the functionality of Livecode. I guess can an app be developed with or without the need for addons and be identical in performance and appearence, even though it may need far more work from the programmer.

Many thanks.

[Klaus]

Hi Alex,

I was desperately looking for a question mark, but did not find one, so what is the question?


Best

Klaus

[robertem]

Hi Alex,

That really depends on what you are trying to do. Some "add-ons" are linking to external libraries that add additional functionality not currently available in Livecode while others are there to make things easier for the developer.

Examples of the later type would be Animation Engine or MobGUI while the former would be like MergEXT.

I use a few addons for certain things but haven't found too many instances when I absolutely needed them.

HTH,
Rob

[magice]

I think the key factor to note, is that LiveCode add-ons are written in LiveCode. So, if the original author of the add-on could make the add-on work, then with enough creativity, elbow grease, and research you can write what you need without them.