A89: Re: 83+ SDK
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A89: Re: 83+ SDK
>Delivered-To: kormoc@netzero.net
>From: p-fischer@ti.com
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>Reply-To: calc-sdk-beta@list.ti.com
>Subject: Re: 83+ SDK
>To: Rob Smith <kormoc@netzero.net>
>Cc: calc-sdk-beta@list.ti.com
>Date: Thu, 29 Jul 1999 20:20:14 GMT
>X-MIMETrack: Serialize by Router on EPSN1/TXN(Release 5.0 (Intl)|30 March
1999) at 07/29/99
> 03:20:21 PM
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>Dear Mr. Rob Smith,
>
>I am currently working on assembling and coordinating the TI-83+ SDK beta
>developers team here at TI-Dallas. The TI-83+ is based on a Z-80, with
>applications written in assembly. This is opposed to the 68xxx (68K)-based
>processors in product lines such as the TI-89, 92, and 92+ calculators,
>whose applications may be written in assembly but are much more often
>written in "C". So, we have a different processor architecture as well as
>programming skills required. I'm simply insuring that you are aware of the
>current TI-83+ SDK beta development skills needed and sought versus those
>of the TI-89/92/92+. We are "testing...developing" not so much the TI-83+,
>but rather the software developers kit (SDK) functionality, as well as
>looking at various issues and the applications you wish to develop for the
>TI-83+. Just thought I'd set the focus and scope properly - the
>calculator is well-tested, it's the functions and methods of the software
>development kit that is under a more rigorous evaluation. As you are
>probably aware, TI has posted their a Software Development Kit for the
>TI-83+, TI-73, TI-89, TI-92 and TI-92+ graphing calculators. However, it
>is not known at this time if the SDKs for those 68000-based calculators
>will have a beta test associated with them. We will probably utilize the
>lessons learned from the TI-83+ SDK beta testing to establish what
>functionality will be it the SDK for those (68000 -based) calculators.
>
>If your interests are strictly for the 68000-based line of graphing
>calculators, we will keep your name on a listing if this SDK will have a
>beta evaluation, but this is currently outside of my scope regarding the
>TI-83+.
>
>The present Beta Software Developer Kit (SDK) for the TI-83 Plus currently
>consists of a TI-83 Plus Simulator/Debugger, an on-line Developers Guide
>(which is being updated), and a developers website which is evolving with
>newly-updated features such as links to Zilog and a user problem report
>feature.
>
>A limited number of free Beta copies are being distributed to developers
>that are able to help review the functionality of the SDK. Periodically,
>new versions will need to be downloaded for continued review. To be
>accepted in the Beta tester group, you will be asked to sign an evaluation
>license for the software. Additionally, you should also know:
> * how to program,
> * be willing to dedicate time to using the SDK,
> * provide TI with feedback on problems encountered and
> * communicate with TI and other developers in a discussion group.
>
>To assist us in future correspondence with you, facilitate personal
>communications / personal SDK support if needed, as well as to ascertain
>your area(s) of interest and expertise, we request that you complete and
>return to us the following questionnaire.
>
>==================questionnaire ======================
>
>1. Your Name / Company:
>
>2. Email:
>
>3. Daytime Phone (with area code):
>
>3a: Is this a home or office/offsite number?
>
>
>3b. Do you own or have access to a Fax machine?
>
>3c. If so, may we ask for its number?
>
>
>4. Shipping address:
>
>
>
>4b. Age (Optional). { We are simply attempting to identify the younger
>and more inexperienced developers / student clients to insure we will
>promptly and properly address their issues and queries with appropriate
>higher priority and patience - a "mentoring" if you will - during the SDK.
>}
>
>
>5. Do you have an IBM compatible PC that is running Windows 95? (The SDK
>should also execute correctly under Windows 98, but this is one facet of
>the beta test/evaluation we are seeking feedback on).
>
>
>6. Do you have convenient Web access?
>
>
>7. How experienced are you in Z80 assembly language programming and have
>you written programs for other hand-held devices?
>
>
>8. What category of calculator applications are you planning and what do
>you wish to accomplish? Educational, Data collection, Data manipulation,
>Utility, Game, etc. Please do not include specifics about an application
>- only categories.
>
>
>9. Would you have any interest in writing Calculator and PC applications
>that communicate with each other?
>
>
>10. How many hours per week (assume a three month Beta) do you plan to
>dedicate to using the development kit?
>
>
>11. Do you currently own a TI-83 Plus graphing calculator?
>
>
>11a. If Yes, would you supply us the unit's ID?
>
> TI-83 Plus calculator ID. _ _ _ _ _ - _ _ _ _ _ - _ _ _ _
> On the calculator, to get the ID:
> Go to the home screen
> Press 2nd MEM and then select 1:About
> Write down the 14 character "ID"
>
>
>12. Which other TI graphing calculators do you now own?
>
>
>13. Would you be interested in developing applications for other TI Flash
>calculators (TI-73, TI-89, TI-92 Plus)?
>
>
>================== end questionnaire ==================
>
>If you have any further SDK-related questions, TI's internal SDK team can
>be now be contacted via the above E-mail address:
>"calc-sdk-beta@list.ti.com".
>(Please insure all characters are lower case.) This is the preferred
>E-mail address rather than the p-fischer@ti.com address.
>
>Thank you, for your time and interest regarding the TI-83plus and your
>interest in becoming a software developers kit (SDK) Beta tester. We thank
>you for your patience regarding our getting this team fully assembled and
>operational.
>
>Best Regards,
>
>
>
>Paul Fischer,
>TI-83 Plus Software Development Support
>Texas Instruments Educational & Productivity Solutions
>
>
>
>=================
>
>
>
>
>Rob Smith <kormoc@netzero.net> on 07/23/99 07:36:56 AM
>
>To: p-fischer@ti.com
>cc:
>
>Subject: 83+ SDK
>
>
>is it still possable to bata test the sdk kit for the 83+?
>Thanks,
> -Rob Smith
>AiM: BillVortex
>IcQ: 41180184
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Thanks,
-Rob Smith
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