The Sim Tracker

[RebaLynnTS]

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/Sims2-SimTracker-001.jpg

Sims 2 - Sim Tracker


Just a sneak peek, the finished product may look somewhat different.

[dwn2ridehtchck1]

what will be its purpose? will we be able to extract sims or make copies of them with it besides just keeping info on them

[RebaLynnTS]

For now it will just be for keeping track of everything. later (If I can figure out how) I'll add more functions, like the one you mentioned.

I've seen a few other tools similar, but none were ever updated for all EP's, so I am making my own.

[Bwinney43]

That seems awesome. Would be better than the piles of notebooks I have lol

[FranH]

I'll be watching for this! I need something better than what I've been using.

[RebaLynnTS]

When my sims 2 folder got to be 3 inches thick, I decided there had to be a better way. I found Sims2DB, but it is not updated past OFB. I made a spread sheet, but even it was too cumbersome, so, I might as well put my programming skills to use, and do this.

[FranH]

That program (SimsDB) is nice, but as you noted, it's not updated past OFB, and there aren't many if any replacements for keeping tabs on your game. Instead a player has to substitute all kinds of charts and notebooks for keeping all the information together.
The only closest one I can find is one by Rufio at MATY called "SimSheet" but it does require that you export information from SimPE-the latest version, too. It's not as handy when you want to look up something quickly.

[Bwinney43]

When my sims 2 folder got to be 3 inches thick, I decided there had to be a better way. I found Sims2DB, but it is not updated past OFB. I made a spread sheet, but even it was too cumbersome, so, I might as well put my programming skills to use, and do this.

Well keep at it :) This will be very handy for simmers everywhere to keep information straight.

[RebaLynnTS]

I'm taking it a little slow, to make sure I get it right.

[123blissb]

Looks really cool! Are you going to use MTS, or a file sharing program? This will be very handy for my OCD self, without the hassle of spreadsheets.

(Hey look! I hit 100! *does dance, then blushes*)
Heh.

~123blissb

[Babahara]

Oh wow this tool looks great, I wish I had one when I was playing all the time. I found a few programs with similar functions, but they were not updated to AL.

[RebaLynnTS]

I'll probably post it here, and on my web site.

[RebaLynnTS]

What would you like to see in the Sim Tracker?

I'll add as much as I can, however, some of my programming skills are a bit limited.

[Babahara]

Could you please post a bigger picture of what is already there? When I open your screenshot, I can't quite see the letters :(

Well, this is how I make bios for my sims, with all necessary fields plus SimPe screenshots for their personality and skills:

http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/5138/bioyl.jpg

Previous addresses is a field for sims who relocated, changed their address, etc.
Major is a field for a major, and I usually write the name of the uni after it (in the parantheses)
Body shape is fit or fat, - is normal
All the rest is self-explanatory :)

I don't know what others need, but I don't need anything else, I guess :)

[SandyJS]

This is going to be a godsend!

[FranH]

From what I can glean from your screen, it's pretty much all that I would need-but with a couple of other ideas:

1. Turn ons and turn offs list (unless it's already in the 'traits' list)
2. Major attractions to people list? For instance-if the sim has a 3 bolt attraction for someone. Player input, of course.

The previous poster's output screen is pretty much what I'd need in the program, especially with personality.

If it could be done, perhaps inter-linking between sims would be nice. For instance, if you pull up a bio of Sim A, and then get a cross-link to who they're attracted to, and that bio.

But of course it's depending on what you can program in. Hope this helps you a bit. I'm looking forward to seeing your program, that's for sure!

[RebaLynnTS]

Here are some bigger pictures ... I am mostly still in the design and layout phase. I'll post more photo's as I can.

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-004.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-004.jpg)

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-003.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-003.jpg)

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-002.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-002.jpg)

[SingleClawDesigns]

Will all this be autofill, or will you have to track and input directly yourself?

[SandyJS]

What program are you using to build this? Access? Open Office? You may be able to get more help if we know.

[Bwinney43]

Here are some bigger pictures ... I am mostly still in the design and layout phase. I'll post more photo's as I can.

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-004.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-004.jpg)

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-003.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-003.jpg)

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/th_Sims2-SimTracker-002.jpg (http://s258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/?action=view&current=Sims2-SimTracker-002.jpg)

That looks awesome :D I cannot wait for you to post this up for download..but of course take the time you need! But still....I'm excited! lol

[RebaLynnTS]

What program are you using to build this? Access? Open Office? You may be able to get more help if we know.

I'm using Visual basic 2010. I hadn't thought about open office, and might look into that.

[RebaLynnTS]

Will all this be autofill, or will you have to track and input directly yourself?

Untill I learn how to import from the game files (or SimPe) you will have to do the imput yourself.

[FranH]

This is awesome looking so far! I've not been so excited about a program for a long time! Right now, I don't even care that I have to put in the data myself! That's how much I want this! :rofl:

I just hope it doesn't require any more external programs that have to be installed into the OS. (like Java Runtime, etc)

[Babahara]

Your screenshots look great. :)

[RebaLynnTS]

One thing I am trying to incorporate, is the ability to adjust certian things based on Mods you use.

[Frostwyrm]

It looks fantastic! So much better than carrying houndreds of notebooks and sheets.

[RebaLynnTS]

Page 2 ... yay! Still plugging away.

[Jiggles]

This sounds fantastic! I can't wait for it. :)

[SandyJS]

Does anyone have a listing of what the genetic codes work out to be? As is if SimPE shows this(xxxxxx) your sim has blonde hair?

[maxon]

If you're making an updated sort of Sims2dB, I'd be very interested. I've thought about it myself but I've got other stuff, y'know?
Does anyone have a listing of what the genetic codes work out to be? As is if SimPE shows this(xxxxxx) your sim has blonde hair?
Yes, at least for defaults. That info's knocking about on the web somewhere. I could probably even dig it out of my own files if need arose.

[ForeverCamp]

If you're making an updated sort of Sims2dB, I'd be very interested. I've thought about it myself but I've got other stuff, y'know?

Yes, at least for defaults. That info's knocking about on the web somewhere. I could probably even dig it out of my own files if need arose.

ME TOO!

I'm pretty sure the genetic codes are knocking around somewhere in the middle of a MATY thread. I know I copy-pasted skin/eyes/hair into a Word document from there for reference.

ETA: Found it!! :D Reply # 18 on the thread "Correcting the DNA of Strangetown premade characters". It lists all of the default/Maxis genetics. If you've got CC replacement defaults, they may change (I know I had to fiddle around and figure out the codes for my default skins from HystericalParoxysm's Idolatry of Flesh series)

Linky: http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php/topic,1423.msg50659.html#msg50659

[RebaLynnTS]

If you're making an updated sort of Sims2dB, I'd be very interested. I've thought about it myself but I've got other stuff, y'know?

That is exactly what I am doing!

[RebaLynnTS]

One thing I plan to add is a name generator.

[Jiggles]

One thing I plan to add is a name generator.
Great! Sounds like I'll be using this tool a lot. :)

Any estimated release time?

[RebaLynnTS]

Great! Sounds like I'll be using this tool a lot. :)

Any estimated release time?

Sorry, no way to even guess. It is a pretty big project.

Update:
1. User selection .. finished (You can add, edit, or delete user profiles)
2. Neighborhood creation, and selection finished.
3. Subneighborhood creation, and selection finished.

LONG way to go :)

[M.M.A.A.]

since this tool is something similar to SimPE, i have A request: can you add a function/tool for players to be able to connect neighborhoods together through subneighborhoods like Downtown and Shopping Districts. if you can then this will help us move sims between neighborhoods without worrying about anything

[RebaLynnTS]

since this tool is something similar to SimPE, i have A request: can you add a function/tool for players to be able to connect neighborhoods together through subneighborhoods like Downtown and Shopping Districts. if you can then this will help us move sims between neighborhoods without worrying about anything

If you are talking about accessing game files, I do not know how to do that, at this time.

Other wise, that will be no problem.

(I am looking into learning how the game files work, and how to access them. If anyone can help me with that, I could sure use the info)

[maxon]

since this tool is something similar to SimPE, i have A request: can you add a function/tool for players to be able to connect neighborhoods together through subneighborhoods like Downtown and Shopping Districts. if you can then this will help us move sims between neighborhoods without worrying about anything
I know you're quite keen on this idea MMAA but it's just not going to work. The game files simply do not work like that.

[M.M.A.A.]

*crying* but there must be a way, a program which you open and incorporates its self with game while playing it, to achieve my idea.

[Mootilda]

since this tool is something similar to SimPE, i have A request: can you add a function/tool for players to be able to connect neighborhoods together through subneighborhoods like Downtown and Shopping Districts. if you can then this will help us move sims between neighborhoods without worrying about anythingmaxon is correct. This is an impossible request, unless the person rewrites the Sims 2 from scratch.

However, you can easily connect Pleasantview, Strangetown, and Veronaville with a shared Downtown or Shopping District. Just create your own Megahood.

Tarlia has a wonderful set of base game neighborhoods which have been modified to be Shopping Districts using my subhood technique:
http://meetme2theriver.livejournal.com/63030.html#cutid1

This will allow you to quickly and easily create such a Megahood, as Darby and maxon explained to you in the other thread:
http://www.modthesims.info/showthread.php?t=453082

*crying* but there must be a way, a program which you open and incorporates its self with game while playing it, to achieve my idea.Please stop hijacking this thread with something unrelated to the thread topic. If you'd like to discuss this idea further, why don't you start a new thread on this topic and we can discuss it without bothering the person writing this tool?

[M.M.A.A.]

yeah you're right, sorry, i just wanted something added to the program that RebaLynnTS is creating, so im just giving ideas

[Mootilda]

(I am looking into learning how the game files work, and how to access them. If anyone can help me with that, I could sure use the info)The information that we have is scattered around a bit, but I'd suggest starting with the wiki:
http://simswiki.info/wiki.php?title=Category:InternalFormats

Be aware that some of the information is incomplete or invalid. In spite of that, I often find that it's enough to get me moving. If you find inaccuracies, be sure to fix them in the wiki for the next person.

I also find that the SimPE source code can be helpful:
http://sourceforge.net/projects/simpe/develop

Since we can use SimPE to edit the files, you can be reasonably sure that what's there is accurate (although I know of several SimPE bugs).

My other source of information was the source code for the programs that I've taken over from other people. If any of the other Sim Info programs have source code, be sure to take a look. For example, SimSheet has source code. There may be other programs available which will help.
http://www.moreawesomethanyou.com/smf/index.php/topic,12737.0.html

I have done some small amount of programming involving families and sims, so feel free to ask if you have a question. I'll monitor this thread to see if I can be of any help.

[RebaLynnTS]

Thank you for the info Mootilda, I will be sure to look it over.

M.M.A.A - I will listen to all ideas, I just can't promise I can do them.

[Mootilda]

M.M.A.A - I will listen to all ideas, I just can't promise I can do them.In this case, a number of us can assure you that it can't be done. I wouldn't waste a thought on it until you get your program up and running. It's a "pie in the sky" request:
http://www.usingenglish.com/reference/idioms/pie+in+the+sky.html

[maxon]

Excellent links Mootilda - thanks.

[RebaLynnTS]

In this case, a number of us can assure you that it can't be done. I wouldn't waste a thought on it until you get your program up and running. It's a "pie in the sky" request:
http://www.usingenglish.com/reference/idioms/pie+in+the+sky.html

I'll take your word for it.

I don't intend to mess with game files, until the core program is done. It's a big enough job already :)

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... Juice Supply Section finished (it keeps track of your household juice supplies, and let's you know what types (and how many) of juices you can make.

Also, under Gardening, will tell you when your plants will be ready to harvest (if you tell it when they were planted).

[Babahara]

Update ... Juice Supply Section finished (it keeps track of your household juice supplies, and let's you know what types (and how many) of juices you can make.

Also, under Gardening, will tell you when your plants will be ready to harvest (if you tell it when they were planted).
So it's not just a tracker, there are other helpful functions? How exactly does it keep track of the household juice supply and planted plants, does it read game files on-the-fly (so you could simultaneously play and check the program to see the result)? Or do you need to enter the data manually?

[RebaLynnTS]

So it's not just a tracker, there are other helpful functions? How exactly does it keep track of the household juice supply and planted plants, does it read game files on-the-fly (so you could simultaneously play and check the program to see the result)? Or do you need to enter the data manually?

As mentioned before, you will have to enter the data by hand. If you, like me, have a desk top and a lap top, then you will be able to do both at once. Eventually I plan to make mobile version as well.

I plan to look into adding a feature to read the game files directly (also you could use it at the same time, if you play in window mode)

[ForeverCamp]

I plan to look into adding a feature to read the game files directly (also you could use it at the same time, if you play in window mode)

I don't know about reading it at the same time, but as I (a non-programmer) understand it, SimPE has an option to export its data as some sort of Excel file which can then be read by the database program. I believe Sims2DB used a similar method to grab up-to-date information from SimPE when opened, as long as the program had the path to where the information was stored.

[Mootilda]

I plan to look into adding a feature to read the game files directly (also you could use it at the same time, if you play in window mode)If you are just reading the game files and not writing them, then you should be able to access them even if the game is running. However, the game probably keeps a lot of the information in memory (or virtual memory), which may mean that you are not going to see changes made during the play session until you exit the game.

[RebaLynnTS]

Any reading of game files will much later down the road.

[maxon]

I don't know about reading it at the same time, but as I (a non-programmer) understand it, SimPE has an option to export its data as some sort of Excel file which can then be read by the database program. I believe Sims2DB used a similar method to grab up-to-date information from SimPE when opened, as long as the program had the path to where the information was stored.
Yes, it did. The original file was a .csv file - a sort of spreadsheet file. I think you got it through the save description option in SimPE though the last version of SimPE doesn't seem to support the function (at least my version crashes). You can also extract some data by extracting the neighbourhood under Tools>Export (I think). The original Sims 2dB had a nifty import for the .csv file which would update a lot of the information stored about your sims - so if a couple had got married since the last time you updated, their relationship status was changed in Sims 2dB. The original creator of Sims 2dB was still posting here a couple of months ago.

[RebaLynnTS]

What asperations were Natural Scientist, Show Business, Paranormal, and artist suposed to be available to?

Need this info for my program, but not able to find it anywhere.

[Mootilda]

I hope that your program isn't restricting careers by aspiration, since many people have mods which change these associations.

[RebaLynnTS]

It will contain an option to allow the user to decide if they are restricted or not, which is the reason for needing the info. I am all about options, options, options :)

I use both of the hacks you are talking about, myself.

[Babahara]

RebaLynnTS:
Honestly, I'd rather prefer to have an ordinary sim database more quickly, than waiting for a lot of nifty hack-like functions for a very long time ;)

[maxon]

RebaLynnTS:
Honestly, I'd rather prefer to have an ordinary sim database more quickly, than waiting for a lot of nifty hack-like functions for a very long time ;)
I think Rebalynn IS talking about a programme which can record information but not one that is capable of overwriting game files.

[RebaLynnTS]

I think Rebalynn IS talking about a programme which can record information but not one that is capable of overwriting game files.

Yes. The Sim Tracker will be a data base type program.

For now you will have to enter all the info by hand, also.

[maxon]

Yes. The Sim Tracker will be a data base type program.

For now you will have to enter all the info by hand, also.
Good - soooo.... how's it going?

<attempts to wait patiently>

[RebaLynnTS]

Slow, but going. I work on it every morning for about an hour, before I start playing.

Right now I am working on the careers section, which is why I asked about the asperations for those four careers.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update - You can now edit the list of Skin Tones, Eye Colors, and Hair Colors (in the Sim Tracker Program only).

[RebaLynnTS]

Update - I have finished the household section.

[Jiggles]

I'm very excited for this tool. :)

[louhema]

I'm very excited too!!! Does this tool be adaptable for purpose of challenge (example : warwick challenge) ?

[RebaLynnTS]

I'm very excited too!!! Does this tool be adaptable for purpose of challenge (example : warwick challenge) ?

Since almost everything will be editable, then it should be. Once I get the core program finished, I will be able to make any needed changes for special requests (if they are within my programming skill set).

Update. The gardening tab Page is now finished. Will be working on the Pets Page next.

The display section is divided into two sections, Sim and Household.

Under the household section I have four pages ...
Members (Shows Household members)
Gardening (Lets you keep track of when produce should be ready to harvest, and how many juices you can make based on your supplies)
Pets (Lets you keep track of all pet related info)
Notes (Lets you make notes about the household in general)

[RebaLynnTS]

If you would like to be put on my list of beta testers, please send me a PM. Only those who send a PM will be accepted for sure. Respond in the thread only, and I might miss it.

I am still a bit away from being ready for beta testing, but thought I may as well start looking for testers early.

Edit: Please include your email address.

[RebaLynnTS]

I have room for 2 more play testers (6 signed up so far).

Update ... Pet section is over half done.

[RebaLynnTS]

Would a photo album function be worth doing?

[ForeverCamp]

It would certainly be a nice touch, but I'm not overly concerned with a photo album in the program at this point.

[Saturnfly]

Photo album, yes! That would be SO helpful to those of us who are obsessed with pics. xD

[RebaLynnTS]

Ok, I'll put the photo album thing on the list of after release updates.

I have one spot left on the beta testers list.

(Yes Saturnfly, you are on the list now)

Pets section is nearing completion.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... The Pets Page is done ... got one question.

Would you like a place to keep track of the pets breed, and if it is registered, etc?

[louhema]

Personnaly, it would be nice if we can keep track of pet breeding :) I think your tool will be awaesome :)

[M.M.A.A.]

and an addition to what the member above me wrote: yeah, something to keep track of the number of kittens and pups an adult pet is pregnant with and something to change the number of kittens or pups that the pets are pregnant with, e.g. if a dog is pregnant with two pups, we can change the number to 3 pups before the adult pet gives birth. of course, if this is possible.

[RebaLynnTS]

MMAA - You seem to think this program will be able to alter game files, even though I have said over, and over ... it won't.

It's an external data base for keeping track of all the info one might normally write down on paper.

[M.M.A.A.]

sorry sorry sorry, i didnt read the previous posts
please be patient with the members though ;)

[RebaLynnTS]

Normally, I am very patient. I'm sorry if I came across any other way.

Now .. Though the Sim Tracker, when it first comes out, will be done in english, I am doing it in such a way that it can easily be translated to other languages.

[RebaLynnTS]

Seeing as I have never played with Magic in my game .. yet ... I'll need some tips on what you might need to keep track of.

[ForeverCamp]

I don't play around with magic, really, but there's a scale of "evil" and "good" - extraordinarily good (or something), good, neutral, evil, super-evil (or something) - familiars - potions and reagents (which would probably run similar to the produce inventory) -

[RebaLynnTS]

I'll be doing some research, but I might wait and add that part a bit later.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... still plugging away .. working on the college page now ... this will be so cool.

Select your major, and it tells you what all of the related careers are, as well as, what skills you will need to graduate.

[FranH]

It does sound so darned cool...I can't wait to try it out!

[Simsica]

I'm looking forward to this, too. Need something like this right now. And here it is, in the making :) As always, this community and its people amaze me. Good luck, Reba!

[SingleClawDesigns]

On the college page are the careers listed for the majors just Maxis or are custom careers mixed in as well? I know for some of my custom careers when selecting a major they will appear but not all of them. I don't know whether it's because there's no room or no major was associated with the career when making it.

[RebaLynnTS]

The program will come with default careers and majors, however, you will be able to edit all of the lists to add any you wish. Any where you can add custom content to the game, I have set up my program to be able to let you add it in as well.

Some of the features I want to add my not be done until after I publish the core program.

[ForeverCamp]

This program is sounding more and more exciting as time goes on! :D Thanks so much for thinking it up!

[RebaLynnTS]

Well, it is based on other programs already out there, that just needed to be redone, and updated. But thank you for the vote of confidence.

I might have to work on a Sims 3 version later.

[TMNTForever]

How 'bout you release a pre-release? A very basic version that just allows you to enter in information? I kinda would like that...

I have an idea...
A journal that allows you to enter in things that happen so that you can keep a log...maybe for testing CC...

Notes would be general notes, and the journal would be specific events and testing data...

How about it? A Journal would make an excellent feature!

[RebaLynnTS]

I am very close to releasing version 1.0.

I do have places to keep various notes about the Sims and the Households. A full on journal should not be to much of a problem to add (a bit later).

I am almost finished with the skills and badges page now.

The Sims Pages are ..
Family
Traits ------------------------- Finished
Interests and Hobbies - Finished
Education ------------------- Finished
Skills and Badges
Career ------------------------ Finished
Career Rewards ---------- Finished
Business
Social
Transitions
Magic
Notes and Plans ---------- Finished

[M.M.A.A.]

What do you mean by Transitions?

[maxon]

On the college page are the careers listed for the majors just Maxis or are custom careers mixed in as well? I know for some of my custom careers when selecting a major they will appear but not all of them. I don't know whether it's because there's no room or no major was associated with the career when making it.
I think it's usually to do with the career you cloned to make the custom one.

[RebaLynnTS]

What do you mean by Transitions?

I used the same term as Sim2DB for lack of a better one.

That page covers --
Birth - Maiden Name / Birth Location / Date
Death - Cause / Location / Date / Age at death / Location of grave / If platinum
Resurrection - Is sim resurrected / Type / Who by / Date
Alien Abductions - How many times
Other visits (Shrink / Social Bunny) - How many times
Plantsimism ....

I think you get the picture.

And just so you understand, completely ... here's a picture :lol:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9297768/TS2/SimTracker001.jpg

[maxon]

I think you get the picture.
oooo picture imports too - I can hardly wait.

[RebaLynnTS]

Does anyone have pictures of all of the talent badge icons? Would love to have them for the program.

[RebaLynnTS]

Never mind, I found them.

[RebaLynnTS]

The Business Page is finished.

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9297768/TS2/SimTracker002.jpg

[Saturnfly]

That looks amazing! Dx

[Liv Lukas]

I am really looking forward to this program, Reba!

[Jiggles]

Looks great! Nice and easy-to-understand interface, too! I'm absolutely loving it.

[RebaLynnTS]

Thank you all. With luck, We'll start testing in, about, a week.

Been putting in 12 hour days on this project ... If only I got paid for it :)

[colazocker13]

It looks amazing!

[FranH]

I can't wait for the testing! Looks great! Thanks for all of your hard work on this-believe me, it will be appreciated by many, many simmers!

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... The Social Page is finished

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/9297768/TS2/SimTracker003.jpg

[RebaLynnTS]

Just wanted to give everyone an update ... things are going to be delayed a bit. My mother just had knee replacement surgery, and I may not be able to devote as much time to the program as before.

It is nearing completion, and I am doing some alpha testing, and code cleanup now.

The wait will be worth it.

[Simsica]

Sorry to hear about your Mom. Hope she gets well soon.

[SandyJS]

Just wanted to give everyone an update ... things are going to be delayed a bit. My mother just had knee replacement surgery, and I may not be able to devote as much time to the program as before.

It is nearing completion, and I am doing some alpha testing, and code cleanup now.

The wait will be worth it.

Give you mom a hug from all of us. Take all the time to help her that you need to, we can wait. :luff:

[RebaLynnTS]

Thank you all, for the warm thoughts. Mom is doing better. I am going to take a few days to play Sims 2 (not played much lately), then get back to work on the Tracker.

[RebaLynnTS]

OK, back to work on the Sim Tracker ... very near ready for beta testing.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... Doing the Alpha Testing now. Beta Testers be looking for an email in the next few days.

[Saturnfly]

Exciting!! I'm always astounded by the amount of time and effort creator's put into making these neat tools. I really appreciate it. :) I can tell this one is going to be quite popular!

[maxon]

Update ... Doing the Alpha Testing now. Beta Testers be looking for an email in the next few days.
Smashing - looking forward to it.

[RebaLynnTS]

My grandmother is in the hospital, not expected to live much longer.

[Jiggles]

My grandmother is in the hospital, not expected to live much longer.
I'm so sorry to hear that! :(

[RebaLynnTS]

We've known for some time that she has an aneurism in a major artery (the Aorta). It has started leeking. We are told there is nothing that can be done, except to make her comfortable.

It should go without saying that this will put a delay on the simtracker, but I am still going to work on it as much as I can. Keeping busy helps.

[maxon]

We've known for some time that she has an aneurism in a major artery (the Aorta). It has started leaking. We are told there is nothing that can be done, except to make her comfortable.

It should go without saying that this will put a delay on the simtracker, but I am still going to work on it as much as I can. Keeping busy helps.
I'm sorry to hear that RebaLynn - my dad had the same thing. Life can be a real bummer. Sympathies. Re: the Tracker - don't worry about it, we'll be here when you're ready.

[RebaLynnTS]

Just to update you, my grandmother just passed away.

[Saturnfly]

So sorry to hear that. * hugs* :( My condolences to you and your family.

[SandyJS]

Just to update you, my grandmother just passed away.

My deepest sympathies to you and your family. :cry: We can all wait on the tracker until you're ready to work on it again.

[RebaLynnTS]

Thank you Saturnfly, and SandyJS (and those that clicked agree). If you are interested in what else I am working on, you can go to www.rlm-soft.com, and check it out.

[RebaLynnTS]

Still testing ... I think I am almost ready for beta tests to start.

My grandmother's funeral is tomorrow.

"See" you all in few days.

[RebaLynnTS]

Well, I figured out magic in Sims 2, so now I am adding a Magic page to my tracker.

[SandyJS]

Well, I figured out magic in Sims 2, so now I am adding a Magic page to my tracker.

Cool! :gjob:

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... Now working on the "Options" section.

So you can add new Careers, Eye, Hair, and Skin Colors, and much more.

[FranH]

You're working very hard on this, and believe me, it's very much appreciated when one realizes that you have been through some rough times lately.

Thank you for your endurance..we're all very patiently waiting. In fact, I've started to spread the word about this and your latest post will be a good one for someone at Simbology who needs to track genetics and hair.

[RebaLynnTS]

Thank you for your support.

[iCad]

I'm very much looking forward to this. :) I use genealogy software to do similar things, but since it's meant to track human families, not Sim ones, there are some things it doesn't have and that are sort of labor-intensive to keep track. This will be fab. :) And I'm sorry to hear about your recent troubles, but I do know that having something to work on at those times is a good thing, so...yeah. :)

[RebaLynnTS]

Not sure how much labor it will save, but it will save a lot of paper work, at least for record keepers like me.

(on top of everything else, I also have a cold)

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... "Options Page" ... You can now add, edit, or delete Majors to/from the Sim Tracker.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... "Options Page" ... You can now add, edit, or delete Adult and Teen/Elder Jobs to/from the Sim Tracker.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... Beta testing starts (with luck) Saturday.

[Jiggles]

Thanks for the update and the hard work and dedication you've put into this project!

[RebaLynnTS]

It's been (mostly) a pleasure. I think many folks will be surprised at some of the little details I put in.

[ForeverCamp]

It's been (mostly) a pleasure. I think many folks will be surprised at some of the little details I put in.

I look forward to getting the beta in my inbox! :D

[Bwinney43]

I can't wait for this to be ready :) It's going to save so much time and notebooks.

[RebaLynnTS]

That's the plan.

[Jiggles]

Looking forward to it! I have my e-mail inbox open and ready for the beta download for testing.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta Testing has started.

Note to testers, there was a lot of missing information in the Wiki (especially when it comes to Teen, and Elder Careers). Please make note of any data that is not correct (Most things can be updated in the "Options" Section, under "Tools").

[Mootilda]

there was a lot of missing information in the Wiki (especially when it comes to Teen, and Elder Careers). Please make note of any data that is not correct... and then add that information to the wiki, so that the information will be more complete for the next person. ;)

[ForeverCamp]

Beta Testing has started.

Note to testers, there was a lot of missing information in the Wiki (especially when it comes to Teen, and Elder Careers). Please make note of any data that is not correct (Most things can be updated in the "Options" Section, under "Tools").

Got the beta well and good, installed without a problem. Testing it on Windows 7.

Just testing the "options" section now, to add custom careers and majors. Darn you, I have to leave for work in half an hour and now I want to do nothing but test this all night! :lol:

ETA:
Noticed a couple of small typos. The vacation hoods are listed as part of "Bon Boyage" and in the Pets tab for the household section, it is written "parret" instead of "parrot".

Also got a couple of "Unhandled exception" errors - one with "Add New Major" -> Save, the other with "Add New Sim" -> Cancel. I'll test a little more when I get home tonight.

[RebaLynnTS]

... and then add that information to the wiki, so that the information will be more complete for the next person. ;)

My plan (which I should have mentioned) was to compile all the missing info, and update the Wiki too. :)

[FranH]

I, too, got some 'invalid exceptions" in the test, as well. I'm running it on XP, which has to have the NET framework update installed on it for the program to work properly. I don't have Win7, as my machine is a 32 bit.

[RebaLynnTS]

At times like this I wish I had several programmers working for me :)

Fran, let me know where the issues are so I can hunt them down.

I'm still finding small problems as well, but I figured with several people pecking at it, it will help find them so I don't pull a EAxis .. post it before it's really ready.

[Saturnfly]

Have got it and installed fine. I'm about to try it out now. :)

[RebaLynnTS]

From this point on there will be version numbers on the download file, make sure you get the newest version. I will be putting up an update shortly.

Version b1.01 is now ready for download from my skydrive.

[FranH]

Got the updated version, ran it and it shut down with "unhandled exception" error when I tried to edit a sim. Got it up again, and it's not moving anywhere at all.
Frustrating..My beta testing is not going very well at all-but the program is looking better!

[RebaLynnTS]

You may want to delete the Neighborhood, and start over ... I'll look into things however

[ForeverCamp]

Got the b1.01 downloaded. Will download and do a bit of testing tomorrow - I want to sleep right now, seeing as it's almost 1am.

[RebaLynnTS]

Interesting project, indeed!

I am assuming that the purpose of this database program is to keep track of all the Sims in your game by neighborhood manually, right? So, instead of having to open up SimPE all time (which seems to be too technical), users can open up this database program that can store important Sim-related information, written in plain English.

Is it going to be available in other languages or only English?

It will be English at first (as that's all I know) but I am willing to work with others to translate it.

[RebaLynnTS]

Got the b1.01 downloaded. Will download and do a bit of testing tomorrow - I want to sleep right now, seeing as it's almost 1am.

It's almost 2 am for me, now .. see you all later on :)

[SandyJS]

Okay, I've installed the b1.01 version and made sure it went into the \\Program Files folder. If I run as an administrator, it works great. So how do I fix it so I can just run it?

[RebaLynnTS]

Right click the Icon, choose Properties. On the Compatibility tab, check the Run this program as an administrator.

I'll have to figure out what changes I need to make to the program so that is no longer a problem.

[SandyJS]

Am I the only one having this problem???

[FranH]

If you're running Win7, I don't know-I had an different problem: I'm running this on XP, and I had to update the NET Framework to 4.0 to run the program.

In the end, it wasn't really a problem, because NET Framework is available for XP users and it updates nicely.
Link: https://www.microsoft.com/download/en/details.aspx?displaylang=en&id=17113

Perhaps we should take a poll of see which beta testers are running which OS platforms.

ME: Windows XP 32 bit.

[Saturnfly]

I haven't stumbled into any issues so far (running on Windows XP).

[maxon]

Win 7 - Win 7 comes with Net Framework 4 so it's not that.

[RebaLynnTS]

On win 7 the program has to be run as an admin, becuase it is not properly signed (or something like that) which I do not know how to do ... yet.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... I'll post messages for all beta testers here. You can report problems via email, or here. I check both, often.

I will be posting version b1.02 sometime Monday.

[RebaLynnTS]

Message to beta testers ... Next beta will be out after the Thanksgiving Holliday. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

[SandyJS]

Message to beta testers ... Next beta will be out after the Thanksgiving Holliday. Happy Thanksgiving everyone.

Thanks Reba! I'm really enjoying this thing. :beer:

[RebaLynnTS]

Thanks for the help getting it into shape.

[RebaLynnTS]

Update ... Added a Vacation Page ... Now you track your vacation Mementos, and vacation homes you own.

[maxon]

Update ... Added a Vacation Page ... Now you track your vacation Mementos, and vacation homes you own.
Aha - very good. Thanks.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta testers - Version 1.03 will be online some time Friday.

Here is a list of some of the changes.

Fixed: Problem with warlock not displaying correctly in the "Sim's Top Box".
Fixed: When updating options, sometimes a sims name would get scrambled.
Fixed: Multiple Spouse Issue - For sure this time.
Fixed: Pet work hours now display correctly.

Added: List selectors to the status bar. Now when the lists are hidden, you can still select from the status bar :)
Added: Context Menu to the Status Bar. You can Add / Edit / Delete - Users, Neighborhoods, Sub-Hoods, Households, and Sims right from the bar.
Added: The option to Start with Lists Hidden on the options page.
Added: To transitions page, number of wishes granted.
Added: Vacation Tab to track vacation Momentos earned, and vacation homes owned.
Added: Reputation tracker to the Transitions page.
Added: The Sim Sort functions now work.
Added: View Spouse and View Child buttons to link back to those sims.
Added: The Help Window ... not much help yet, but it's in there.
Added: The Spells Info Page.
Added: Social Sort functions.
Added: The SysTray Icon Exit menu option works.
Added: You can now change the font size on the Reports page.
Added: House List Sort Functions.

Moved: Career Rewards Tab to sub tab under Career.

Changed: College Attended is now chosen from a list of seperate universities, not university sub-hoods. New Universities can be added on the options page (Sim - Education).

[FranH]

This update sounds so awesome! You've done a good job so far, and it sounds like it's nearly done!
Looking forward to seeing what you've put in for new stuff!

[maxon]

Looks excellent - I'll be busy over the weekend but I hope to get back to it on Sunday. Glad you sorted the spouses.

[RebaLynnTS]

version b1.03 is no online ... Email if you need a link ... anyone wanting to join the testing, can also email me at [email protected]

[RebaLynnTS]

Version b1.04 now online. Be sure and read the change log.

[maxon]

Version b1.04 now online. Be sure and read the change log.
Good. I'm back after a mad Saturday (Christmas Fair fundraiser for the charity I work for - I am knackered). So will DL tomorrow and start poking about again.

[RebaLynnTS]

I am in the process of putting together the code for all of the reports I want the Tracker to be able to generate.

[FranH]

I've sent you an email-and I hope one of those reports is the suggestion I made for the program.
You'll be pleased with my results from this latest version. I was. :up:

[RebaLynnTS]

Got your email, and replied.

However, yes, one of those reports will be the one you asked for. The coding for it will be a bit complex, but I will be working on it.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta Testers, Version b1.05 is now on my skydrive.

[SandyJS]

Great! I'll grab it and start testing it today.

[RebaLynnTS]

For the most part, the Sim Tracker is finished ... I still need to finish up the help files, and some of the reports I want it to generate. The question is ... shall I publish it now, or keep working on it until everything is done. Obviously, I can always publish updates as I get them done.

So, what do you think?

[Peni Griffin]

Never publish drafts. Get it into finished shape and you won't be interrupted by complaints trickling in from people who didn't bother to go back and get the update.

[Mootilda]

Never publish drafts. Get it into finished shape and you won't be interrupted by complaints trickling in from people who didn't bother to go back and get the update.If I followed that advice, one of two things would have happened:

1) I never would have released anything, since none of my programs are ever "complete". I always have thoughts on how to improve them.

2) I never would have improved my released programs, since they would have been "complete" (no matter how many new thoughts I have). No shrinking feature in the LotAdjuster. No extra features in HoodReplace. No no-slope basements in the GridAdjuster.

[Peni Griffin]

Those aren't drafts, they're editions.

She sounded like she still had a couple of minor basic functions - report making and a help file - but felt that those were fiddly bits and was getting impatient to upload it.

But if you upload with the fiddly bits undone, that you know need doing, the incentive for the final polish is gone. Get something polished out there; and then revise again when a substantial change needs making - a new idea for functionality, or a problem fixed, or something.

But then, I'm not a programmer. My opinion's only worth what it's worth; and of course it's based on publishing stories, not programs.

[RebaLynnTS]

I consider all opinions. I did find another issue, I thought I had resolved. I'll keep working a bit longer, and try to get it posted as a Christmas present for the community.

[Babahara]

I'd grab it right away, if you posted it now. All these sim bios are so uncomfotable when you have to create them in your notepad, and they're all over the place.

[RebaLynnTS]

I'd grab it right away, if you posted it now. All these sim bios are so uncomfotable when you have to create them in your notepad, and they're all over the place.

I know exactly what you mean. It won't be much longer though. I'm adding the final finishing touches to the help section, now.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta Testers - Version b1.06 is now on my skydrive, ready for download.

A list of changes ...
version 1.06

Fixed: Social Section not resetting properly.
Fixed: Number of households not resetting properly when neighborhood is changed.
Fixed: Clicking Cancel when linking an exsisting sim to the house, causes an error.
Fixed: University Lists now update properly.
Fixed: Problems with the pet section.
Fixed: Checking retired not working as intended on sims or pets.

Added: More Help files.
Added: Pet Personality.

Changed: Added 2 more dashes in the sub-hood list for longer names.
Changed: The maiden name slection form, to make it easier to select a name.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta Testers - Version b1.07 is now on my skydrive, ready for download.

A list of changes ...
version 1.07

Fixed: Spouses section not updating properly.
Fixed: Homework should have been 0 to 50, not 0 to 5.
Fixed: If you checked "Alien" when creating a new sim, it did not reset to unchecked, when starting the next new sim.
Fixed: When linking a spouse or child, to the sim's household, lastplayed was not updating.
Fixed: When unlinking a spouse, an error occured.

Added: Click Career label to reset Sim Career (Teen, Adult, or Elder).
Added: Zoom to picture viewer.

Changed: Set New Sim "Fitness" to Neutral, and "Pregnant" to No.

[RebaLynnTS]

I am doing the help files in HTML format ... anyone good at HTML that would like to help with that project, please feel free to speak up.

[RebaLynnTS]

Beta Testers - Version b1.08 is now on my skydrive, ready for download.

A list of changes ...
version 1.08

Fixed: Picture Viewer Zoom, now resizes correctly.
Fixed: Career report not working correctly.
Fixed: Age report, bottom line not printing properly.
Fixed: Edit household.

Added: To the Daily Relationship List "Steady", "Crush", and "Love".
Added: To the Chemistry List "Poor".
Added: Neighborhood Report.
Added: Summary Report.
Added: Neighborhood Data Page, to the "View" menu.
Added: More Help files.

Changed: You can now select "Twin", "Triplet", or "Quad" for multibirth options.
Changed: Now, when a new LTW is added, it will be at the top of the list.
Changed: When no amount is given to add or remove to juice supplies, 1 is added or removed.

[RebaLynnTS]

13 days until Sim Tracker release.

[FranH]

I think that will be a fine date to release it on. Haven't had any real problems with the latest version.
Looks good to me!

[ForeverCamp]

I've noticed that trying to change the Twin/Triplet/Quad option on a Sim page ends up changing it for every Sim page.

[RebaLynnTS]

ForeverCamp, do you have version 1.08?

Sorry, that will be fixed in the next update 1.081, due out soon.

[RebaLynnTS]

12 Drummers Drumming .. to the beat of the Sim Tracker.

Beta Testers - Version b1.081 is now on my skydrive, ready for download.

A list of changes ...
version 1.081

Fixed: House Page - Gardening not clearing correctly.
Fixed: Twin+ dropdown not updating properly.
Fixed: Unemployed, now spelled correctly (also fixed a few other spelling errors).

Added: You can now manually sort the spouse lists.
Added: You can now Track Interests, Hobbies, and Skills in 100ths of a point (See the Options - Sim Options - General).

[M.M.A.A.]

are you going to upload it here on modthesims?

[FranH]

She's had her beta testers working on it from this site-I should hope so!
I've been enjoying testing this program from start to finish, and look forward to the final release.

It only gets better and better-a true improved and expanded SimsDB expansion, with all the bells and whistles!

[RebaLynnTS]

are you going to upload it here on modthesims?

Yes, I will. It will also be on my web page, for download.

11 Pipers Piping .. the praises of the Sim Tracker.

[Babahara]

Will it be possible to get the data from SimPe instead of entering it manually? I heard that some programs could do that before by reading some SimPE files, although I don't know the details.

[RebaLynnTS]

Will it be possible to get the data from SimPe instead of entering it manually? I heard that some programs could do that before by reading some SimPE files, although I don't know the details.

Not at first. I hope to add that capability in the future.

[maxon]

Will it be possible to get the data from SimPe instead of entering it manually? I heard that some programs could do that before by reading some SimPE files, although I don't know the details.
It's not doing it yet - maybe for a version 2.0. It is, however, looking very good even with a few issues yet to iron out.

[RebaLynnTS]

Can't promise there won't be aby after release, but at least the major portion of them will have been dealt with.

[Babahara]

I can't wait!

Would you post a screenshot of how it currently looks, for people who aren't beta testers but are very curious? :)

[maxon]

Can't promise there won't be aby after release, but at least the major portion of them will have been dealt with.
Of course - I think it's going very well and you are doing a great job.

@Babahara - I could post a screenie but don't want to unless Rebalynn says it's ok.

[RebaLynnTS]

10 Lords a Leaping - for joy over the Sim Tracker.

Screen Shot ... Already done a few, but here's another one.

http://i258.photobucket.com/albums/hh245/RebaLynnTS/Sims%202/ST001.jpg

[HisBeachgirl]

Ahhhhh!!! I SO want this! While my children are enjoying their Christmas presents, I'll be huddled in the corner with my computer and this program! I want it now!!
Thank you SO MUCH for all the time and hard work you put into this!

[RebaLynnTS]

9 Ladies Dancing - to the tune of the Sim Tracker

Beta Testers - Version b1.082 is now on my skydrive, ready for download.

A list of changes ...
version 1.082

Fixed: Pet data not clearing properly.
Fixed: Personality was resetting to base line.
Fixed: "View" - "Reports" throws an error.

Added: You can now add a new sims from the "Pick a Sim" Window.
Added: You can now set a default report.

Changed: Sims are automatically sorted, by name, in the "Pick a Sim" Window.
Changed: Household sims aging now faster.
Changed: Cleaned up the look of the reports page.

Ahhhhh!!! I SO want this! While my children are enjoying their Christmas presents, I'll be huddled in the corner with my computer and this program! I want it now!!
Thank you SO MUCH for all the time and hard work you put into this!

My pleasure.

[Babahara]

The screenshot looks fantastic! I never celebrated Christmas before, but this time I'm looking forward to it and the "present" :)

[RebaLynnTS]

Glad you like it.

NOTE to Beta Testers ... DO NOT USE the New Sim button in the Pick a Sim Window...yet. It will cause some pretty nasty problems. I'll have it fixed shortly.

[SandyJS]

Reba, Am I imagining things or did I see an option to sort a report by household wealth?

[RebaLynnTS]

Reba, Am I imagining things or did I see an option to sort a report by household wealth?

No such report. I can, however, add it, if you want it.

[RebaLynnTS]

8 Maids a Milking - This song, for the Sim Tracker.

Beta Testers - Version 1.083 is now on my skydrive, ready to download.

A list of changes...
version 1.083

Fixed: New Sim on the Pick a Sim Window caused the original sim to get scrambled.
Fixed: Potential problem with LTW's.

Added: Show Sim ID to the Sim List Context Menu.
Added: Show House ID to the Household List Context Menu.
Added: When you add a First Date (with), Dream Date (with), or Woohoo (with), the other sim is also updated.
Added: When you add First Kiss you will be asked if the other sim needs to be updated.

[maxon]

8 Maids a Milking - This song, for the Sim Tracker.

Beta Testers - Version 1.083 is now on my skydrive, ready to download.
Excellent - Imma get it now.

[ForeverCamp]

I just switched computers to do some beta-testing while I'm home over winter break, and I can't seem to get the program to display correctly or resize on my laptop. The window is too large - I can't access any of the buttons to add a new household or sim.

ETA - never mind the second problem originally in this post - I should learn to read previous posts before complaining of issues that have already been addressed. :P (re. running program as administrator in Windows Vista)

[RebaLynnTS]

I can't belive I forgot to add a Cheat Codes Page ... That's next on my list.

[FranH]

Reba, would it be too much to ask if you could put in a 'linking' mechanism for friendships?

I mean, if Sim A is friends with Sim B, shouldn't they be cross-linked so the info doesn't have to be repeated?

Thanks for considering this idea!

Off to get the newest build!

[RebaLynnTS]

Reba, would it be too much to ask if you could put in a 'linking' mechanism for friendships?

I mean, if Sim A is friends with Sim B, shouldn't they be cross-linked so the info doesn't have to be repeated?

Thanks for considering this idea!

Off to get the newest build!

Should be an easy update. I'll put it in for the next version.
Edit: It is NOW in the next version, available sometime tomorrow.

7 Swans a Swimming - in Circles, waiting for the Sim Tracker.

[SandyJS]

Oh folks, you are going to love this tool! :lovestruc For those of you who track everything obsessively, it lets you do that. :beer: It lets those of us who track the minimum handily. :rofl: I am in love with this thing. Can't wait for it to be available to everyone! :deal:

[RebaLynnTS]

6 Geese a Laying - in wait, for the Sim Tracker.

Beta Testers - Version 1.084 is now ready to download.

A list of Changes...
version 1.084

Fixed: House notes no longer say they are unsaved when first loading.
Fixed: Show Last Names First Checkbox not updating correctly in Options.
Fixed: First Kiss linking not working correctly.
Fixed: Plant Harvest Time not correct, if hour passes midnight.
Fixed: Household data not clearing correctly when switching to new neighborhood.
Fixed: Tracking 100ths on Skills, Interests, and Hobbies now work.
Fixed: Several typo's and misspellings.

Added: "View" - "Information" - "Cheat Codes".
Added: When you add or update a sim's social list, the changes will be reflected in that contact's information, as well.
Added: Double Click to view Sim in all Social Lists.
Added: Right Click Context Menu to First Kiss Box.
Added: More Stuff in the help section.

Changed: Reset House Menu options now working.
Changed: Remove Child now working.

[RebaLynnTS]

5 Gold Rings

Beta Testers - In order for some changes to show up you need to goto

C:\Users\Rebecca\Documents\RLMsoft\W7-SimTracker\<User Name>\Files

and delete "nameScholarships.bin" and "numScholarships.bin", they will automatically be replaced with the corrected versions.

If you have added new custom scholarships to the lists, make sure you re-add them before selecting any sims.

You will also need to delete "AC1_AdultCareer.bin" to "AC25_AdultCareer.bin" for those to be updated properly.

You can of course, wait until the final release, then delete all files, and start over.

[Babahara]

What is these strange sayings, like 5 Gold Rings or 7 Geese a Laying or 8 Maids a Milking? I'm not a native English speaker, so I've been puzzled all this time... Sorry if that's off topic, but I was holding off from asking for so long and now I can't anymore :)

[123blissb]

What is these strange sayings, like 5 Gold Rings or 7 Geese a Laying or 8 Maids a Milking? I'm not a native English speaker, so I've been puzzled all this time... Sorry if that's off topic, but I was holding off from asking for so long and now I can't anymore :)

The Twelve Days of Christmas! On the first day of Christmas my true love gave to me... a partrage in a pear tree. And so on and so forth. (Wheres spell check when you need it? I KNOW I can't spell partrage. You know, like a bird.) And I think it is also a countdown of sorts. :up:

[Darby]

Random Y-Tube video of the song, with text lyrics.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q8Jbi-BBp3c
:)

[Selly_2009]

And I think it is also a countdown of sorts. :up:It is - from following the posts in this thread, I believe (correct me if I've got the wrong date RebaLynn) the Sim Tracker is being released Christmas Day! Naturally we'd have a Christmassy countdown :king:

Babahara, expect to see the following over the next few days:
4 calling birds
3 french hens
2 turtle doves
and a partridge in a pear tree..

Tho I'd love to know how said partridge would use the Sim Tracker!

[maxon]

One of my earlier sims efforts:

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas, EAxis gave to me:

Twelve Drowning Swimmers
Eleven Runners with Scissors
Ten Hit by satellite
Nine Roaring Fires
Eight Electric Shocks
Seven Poisoned dinners
Six Empty Fridges
Five! Cow-ow plants
Four Deaths by flies
Three Hacking Coughs
Two-oo Scared to Death
And a resurrected sim zom-bie


So festive. Now, Rebalynn, I'm a bit puzzled. I've had a number of files appear on the C Drive (not in a sub-folder). Is that right? They have names like HH0_HouseData.bin, firstNames.bin and so on. There's also a folder called Sim0 as well as the expected RLMSoft folder. I'm wondering if I've done something wrong.

[RebaLynnTS]

One of my earlier sims efforts:

On the Twelfth Day of Christmas, EAxis gave to me:

Twelve Drowning Swimmers
Eleven Runners with Scissors
Ten Hit by satellite
Nine Roaring Fires
Eight Electric Shocks
Seven Poisoned dinners
Six Empty Fridges
Five! Cow-ow plants
Four Deaths by flies
Three Hacking Coughs
Two-oo Scared to Death
And a resurrected sim zom-bie


So festive. Now, Rebalynn, I'm a bit puzzled. I've had a number of files appear on the C Drive (not in a sub-folder). Is that right? They have names like HH0_HouseData.bin, firstNames.bin and so on. There's also a folder called Sim0 as well as the expected RLMSoft folder. I'm wondering if I've done something wrong.

I like that version :)
My plan is to release it on the 24th.
Maxon ... You didn't do anything wrong .. I did .. it's been fixed since, so those random files can be deleted (including Sim0)

[maxon]

Maxon ... You didn't do anything wrong .. I did .. it's been fixed since, so those random files can be deleted (including Sim0)
Righto - thanks.

[FranH]

Reba, there's one more tiny suggestion that I would like to make:
in the listing for 'marital status', could you please put in 'widowed'?

[RebaLynnTS]

Sure. Not sure why I left it out to begin with.

Turns out it was already there, it just was not loading into the choices I had a 6 where a 7 was supposed to be :)

[jadesstar]

This is pretty sweet! I am looking forward to the finished product and getting rid of notebooks and note cards ;).

[RebaLynnTS]

This is pretty sweet! I am looking forward to the finished product and getting rid of notebooks and note cards ;).

I know the feeling.

4 Calling Birds - calling for the Sim Tracker.

Beta Testers ... Version 1.085 is now ready for download.

A list of changes...
version 1.085

Fixed: Error deleting neighborhood.
Fixed: Not all Marital Status Choices were showing up.

Added: "Set as Default" right click - context menu on the House List Filter, and the Sim List Filter.
Added: Click "Pet Career" Label to reset Pet's Career.
Added: More Stuff in the help section.
Added: "Clear All" right click - context menu on the Scholorships Earned box.

[RebaLynnTS]

I hope the number of views is more an indicator of how many folks are looking forward to this, than the number of posts :)

(Just kidding)

[Darby]

I haven't commented yet, but I've been watching. I have little to no concept or understanding about how this thing will work, so am simply waiting to see for myself. And looking forward to it! :)

[Babahara]

I hope the number of views is more an indicator of how many folks are looking forward to this, than the number of posts :)

(Just kidding)
That's for sure. As a rule, only a handful of people will ever comment on anything out loud.

[RebaLynnTS]

I haven't commented yet, but I've been watching. I have little to no concept or understanding about how this thing will work, so am simply waiting to see for myself. And looking forward to it! :)

One thing I can promise .. There is an extensive help section :)

Basically, if you keep track of information about your Sims in notebooks, on notecards, or in any other format. You can throw them all out, and replace the with this handy program (transfer the data first though).
Also, if you use DropBox, I am going to add support for it, so your information will be available on any computer you have your DropBox on (And the Sim Tracker Installed).
I'm also thinking of adding thumbdrive support later.

PS: Feel free to ask me any questions.

[FranH]

As a beta tester, I've not commented on anything about the program specifically because it's still in development, and to give away too many details now would be rather premature:
But I can say that this is far better than the Sims2 DB was-it is much easier to use and more streamlined, with almost every aspect of the game covered from top to bottom. Once you put in data, it's almost automated.
Of course once it's released to the general public, I'm sure that a lot of people will be commenting on it.
It has been a pleasure working with it and making a small contribution to its' development.

I must thank you, Reba, for your incredible amount of patience with us beta testers and our whims, or at least mine! :rofl:

[Liv Lukas]

I am really looking forward to this program as well. I am a data freak. The dropbox feature is AWESOME!!!

[Darby]

Basically, if you keep track of information about your Sims in notebooks, on notecards, or in any other format. You can throw them all out, and replace the with this handy program (transfer the data first though).

I'm totally that kind of player. Or rather, I would be, if I had the energy to actually act on my perfectionistic tendencies. I've got notes and printouts like crazy, but it's an unorganized disaster. So yeah, something like this appeals greatly!

I'll definitely ask any questions that come up once I get a look at it. At this point, I wouldn't have any idea what to ask. :jest:

[RebaLynnTS]

I'm going to try to put as much in the help section as I can, but I am sure there will be lot's of questions. I welcome them, they will give me material for the FAQ section I want to add.

Liv, the dropbox intigration might not come until a later release, but you can be sure, I will be adding it.

See you all in the morning .. oh wait it is morning .. OK, later in the morning :)

[RebaLynnTS]

3 French Hens ... Waiting for the Sim Tracker.

[HisBeachgirl]

3 French Hens ... Waiting for the Sim Tracker.

Ha ha ha... just got an image of myself as a hen. lol

[aaries16]

I've been looking at the comments here and I'm getting excited about this too. Unfortunately since I'll be out of town on the release date I won't download it until nearly a week later :(

[RebaLynnTS]

2 Turtle Doves - Cooing for the Sim Tracker.

aaries .. want an advanced, if incomplete, copy? PM me for a link.

Getting down to the nitty gritty here. Almost ready for release.

Beta Testers ... Version 1.086 is now ready for download.

A list of changes...
version 1.086

Fixed: Career Notes not showing correctly.
Fixed: Career Notes not showing as saved when first loaded.
Fixed: Summary Report not complete.
Fixed: Social list dropdowns not clearing properly.
Fixed: Neighborhood Data Page not working properly.

[RebaLynnTS]

The final Beta version will be on my skydrive tomorrow. Please review the Help files for typo's and spelling errors.

[Darby]

"Typo's" should be "typos", and "comming" (in the thread title) should be "coming". /end snark ;)

Seriously, I've got decent spelling and proofreading skills and would be happy to help with this, if you can point me to the download file. ?

[SingleClawDesigns]

Wow haven't hit this thread in awhile and i see some major progress.

Ok my paper tracking method isn't cutting it anymore and while I may not like the idea of having to switch between sims 2 and a program to enter info as it comes into play i'm caving in and will be awaiting the official, official release of this.

[RebaLynnTS]

Two days left ... well almost one day left :)

Why does it seem like when I fix one problem, I create two more?
Now the Pet Data section stopped saving properly. I'll be fixed in tomorrows release.
Also, all of the spelling errors and typos that were mentioned, or emailed to me, will be fixed.

[RebaLynnTS]

A partridge in a pear tree - hoping the Sim Tracker will fall out of the tree soon.

Beta Testers ... Version 1.087 is now ready for download.

A list of changes...
version 1.087

Fixed: Pet Data not saving correctly.
Fixed: Many typos, spelling errors, and grammatical mistakes, thanks to my beta-testers.
Fixed: Small pet notes note working properly.

Added: More stuff in the help section.

[Liv Lukas]

Reba, thanks for fixing the thread title. It's been driving me nuts for weeks.

[RebaLynnTS]

I just wish there was a spell checker here :)

[Mootilda]

I use FireFox and it has spell checking built in.

[RebaLynnTS]

I keep forgetting about that. The Simcity site I use has spell check built into it.

[simsample]

RebaLynnTS, are you planning to upload this to MTS? If so then it may be a good idea for you to post on the Creator Feedback forum, instead of the Sims discussion forum.

[Babahara]

If it gets uploaded to MTS only, then we won't get it as a Christmas present I'm afraid. Unless it gets approved real fast.

[RebaLynnTS]

Babahara, it will be here, and on my site www.rlm-soft.com

simsample, I will be sure to do that once it is submitted.

I'm off to bed now, and will update my site in the morning (Eastern U.S. time)