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From: bilsch <bilsch01@gmail.com>
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Subject: Re: I need a different approach - suggestions please
Date: Mon, 25 Jun 2012 16:47:46 -0700
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On 6/25/2012 4:15 PM, markspace wrote:
> On 6/25/2012 3:31 PM, bilsch wrote:
>> I'm trying to make a program that works like the calculator in Windows
>> Accessories - all input is from button clicks. ...
>  > Everytime the method is called the string is reinitialized
>> with the result that my sequence of digits is only ever one digit long.
>> My plan would work if I could initialize the string outside the method,
>> however variable scope in Java doesn't allow it.
>
>
> First, good job on making a very reasonable SSCCE.
>
> Second, the trick to Java's scoping rules is to change the rules!
>
> Move the string strng1 from inside the actionPerformed to outside, right
> below the CalcGUIQ1 gui; line. Now Java's scoping rules help you rather
> than hinder you.
>
> BTW, this looks like a homework problem, and it looks like you've been
> getting help on it. Some if it is a bit sophisticated for someone who
> doesn't understand scoping. Please try to talk to your instructor or a
> TA, they need to understand when you're having problems with your lessons.
>
Thanks for the help.  I could swear I tried that first but got error 
messages about static and non-static conflict problem. i will be taking 
Java in fall quarter.  Right now I'm working from "Learn Java in 24 
Hours"  I thought up the calculator project myself.  Thanks again.


Bill S.