So I made an application...

[tisha]

Ok, I think to make it simpler, I'll just add a field were users can add comma separated numbers, like "7,14,21" where each corresponds to a day of the month or just "7" for once a month feeding on the 7th.
In the first sample, feeding is on the 7th, 14th and 21st.
I would also add another field for a "buffer" days, like if I chose to feed on the 6th, I should not get a notification of feeding on the 7th, right?
The buffer can be something like "do not notify if previous is within 3 days" or so, and the next notification will be on the 14th and so on.
I'm still unsure of this though, so if anyone has inputs on how you think it should/can work, please let me know.


Oh, by the way, if I managed to do this, the existing fields "Feed every X days" and the new fields will not work at the same time. Its either choose "every X days" or "every Nth of the month" which will be changeable via the settings.

 

[philthyxphil]

That sounds great to me, that way the user has the option to choose which method. If you could incorporate the feed after molt option into that, I'd be one happy tarantula enthusiast

 

[netr]

I've installed the app on an LG Nexus 5 - it seems excellent so far and rather comprehensive. My only problem at this point is that my collection has now passed 80 tarantulas. Migrating to this software from what I'm currently using on my PC (Exotic Keeper's Guide 3.0 - good but not without its problems) would certainly be an improvement in the long run, but also a colossal effort on my part. I think I'll give it a test run on four or five tarantulas and see how it goes. If I like it then the daunting task of adding tens of spiders will have to begin.

Edit: it looks like you can't add add previously recorded data about feeds or moults, but rather only as they occur. That certainly simplifies my task!

One question: in this app there is potential to record a lot of data over extended periods - is there or will there be any way to export them for graphing or even just printing?

Any way, I really appreciate the effort you're putting into this thing. It's great to have a recording software specifically catered to tarantulas.

 

[tisha]

Hi netr, if you need to record previous feedings, you can do "multiple feedings" then edit the date (and feeder) from the feed history, that would take a lot of time tough especially with a lot of Ts.
For molts, you can do the same as in feeding, keep adding molts then change the dates.
I did have to migrate from an old app that I was using to this one when I wrote it, the good thing was, I only had 4 Ts back then.

Maybe I can plan something like "export to xls or txt or doc or something" in the future. Android is a bit unfriendly when it comes to printing from the device, so the fastest would be export as file, transfer to PC then print.

 

[netr]

tisha, thanks for the tip! Nice to know it's possible if needed. Adding all previous data wouldn't be worthwhile, as you say; they're already on my computer if I need to check them.

Export as file would be a good feature I think, although of course not a serious priority. Thanks for your active participation in this thread and continuous user support. By and large, apps don't interest me and I keep them to a strict minimum, but yours is proving very useful.

 

[tisha]

Version 2.01.60 is now available for download!
Updates and Fixes:
» Add option to set feeding schedule by day/s of month (beta), enable/disable from settings
» Photo gallery improvements
» Adjustments to icons
» Add 'menu' icon
» Add multi-select now displays number of selected Ts/pictures",
» UI adjustments
» Bug fixes
Please download it from http://tarantulas.p3kb.com/
Thanks!

 

[purevl]

Thanks for the addition of the menu button, I can now use this on my tablet. I imported the backup onto my tablet that I had made on my phone with no problems & everything is running smoothly. I haven't tested everything (since the app just does sooo much) but as far as I can tell Samsung Galaxy Tab S is fully supported. Thanks again.

 

[Nosiris]

Working fine on Motorola RAZRi running 4.1.2.

Many thanks!

 

[tisha]

@purevl: No prob! And glad you've mentioned the menu button, I made some readings and google is pushing to remove the physical menu button.

@Nosiris: No prob! I'll add your device.

 

[tisha]

Version 2.02.05 is now available for download!
Updates and Fixes:
» Added Ts list multi-select option for Android older than 2.3 down to 2.1 (beta)
» Changed multi-select checkbox design (beta), you can now click on any part of the list to mark/unmark the box
» If multi-select (Ts List) is enabled and selected one or more items, the label 'Selected Ts: X' will be clickable and will display a list of selected Ts
» Add 'Feeding Options' (beta) to Add/Edit T page menu, you can now set a feeding schedule by 'every N days', 'every Nth day(s) of the month' or 'every Nth day of the week' (beta) per Tarantula
» Option to add, update and delete Genus/Species, via 'More' menu option from Ts list
» UI adjustments
» Bug fixes
Please download it from http://tarantulas.p3kb.com/
Thanks!

 

[Juggalo]

I absolutely love this app, I use it everyday. I only wish I could use it for all of my animals!

 

[BossRoss]

Just downloaded this app on Sony Xperia Z2 and Sony Xperia S and is fully functioning. I love it.

Some questions(sorry if you already answered these as I have not read the entire thread)
1. What language is the app developed in: C#, Java?
2. Why is it not on the play store?
3. I am a developer and would love to assist with maintenance and future development. PM me if interested.

Best things about this app; clean, fast FREE and FREE FROM ADs!! Big ups and keep up the great work!!

 

[johandenver]

Just installed on Sony Xperia Z3 and everything seems to be working fine.

 

[pyro fiend]

love this thing been using it a few months.. only thing i dislike is youv added a feed schedule which is sweet as heck.. but it dont push notifications.. so like i forgot i had app for a week when a 3yrold was playing on my phone. and i found it and clicked.. boom it says i need to feed T's [already done 2 or 3 times lol] and said they hadnt been fed in 12days.. isnt the notifications the point of the schedule, so it makes it pointless in a way as i would have to open the app every day to make sure everyones fed lol

 

[Ghost Dragon]

Hey Tisha,

I downloaded your app on Friday, and it's awesome. It's a great way to keep track of your T's.

 

[tisha]

Sorry for the lack of updates, I've run out of ideas/features to add. oh:
Also a bit busy with work, trying to learn an updated development tool. :bruised:

I absolutely love this app, I use it everyday. I only wish I could use it for all of my animals!

Thanks! I also use this for my true spiders and my one and only scorp.

Just downloaded this app on Sony Xperia Z2 and Sony Xperia S and is fully functioning. I love i

Thanks!
1. I used java with netbeans.
2. I don't have a dev account, but I have it on samsung store.

Just installed on Sony Xperia Z3 and everything seems to be working fine.

Thanks!

love this thing been using it a few months.. only thing i dislike is youv added a feed schedule which is sweet as heck.. but it dont push notifications.. so like i forgot i had app for a week when a 3yrold was playing on my phone. and i found it and clicked.. boom it says i need to feed T's [already done 2 or 3 times lol] and said they hadnt been fed in 12days.. isnt the notifications the point of the schedule, so it makes it pointless in a way as i would have to open the app every day to make sure everyones fed lol

Lol, I'll try to research how to make the app run in the background and on device restart so I can add an 'on time' notification.

Hey Tisha,
I downloaded your app on Friday, and it's awesome. It's a great way to keep track of your T's.

Thanks!

 

[tisha]

Version 2.02.08 is now available for download!
Updates and Fixes:
» Add 'Coming Soon' to T add/edit tarantula status. Works similar to 'Memorial', if a T is set to 'Coming Soon', it will not be displayed in 'My Tarantulas' list but a menu option will be added to view coming soon Ts.
» Add 'Feeding Notes' via T info menu, displays the message under Ts list's last feeding when T is in 'To Feed' list. Can be used to note something like 'Will not take dubia roach' or 'Will take superworms only' etc
» Add 'Always show feeding notes if available' to Settings
» Add link to FAQs to About Tarantulas
» Add 'Abandoned' to egg sac status
Please download it from http://tarantulas.p3kb.com/
Thanks!

 

[Beom]

Just DLd the app for the first time. Thank you so much for this!

 

[Beltane]

This is so neat! You are very talented Tisha! Thank you.

 

[tisha]

Version 2.02.25 is now available for download!
Updates and Fixes:
» New HD icons
» Notification bug fixes
» Add links to forum threads to About Tarantulas
» Minor bug fixes
Please download it from http://tarantulas.p3kb.com/
Thanks!