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WINFLY v 1.0b
Sunset Software
COPYRIGHT (c) James E. Rylander 1993
Welcome to version 1.0b of WINFLY, the Frequent Flyer
Database! I don't know about you, but I got so tired of
trying different PIM's and Database programs looking for
some way to keep track of my Frequent Flyer miles. Granted,
there are more important things in life than FF Miles, but
hey, a free trip is a free trip {grin}. I figured that, as
long as I was learning VB, I might as well program what I
was looking for. WINFLY maintains Frequent Flyer Mileage
earned and redeemed for the following Airlines: AMERICAN,
CONTINENTAL, DELTA, TWA, USAIR, and UNITED. If I've missed
one of your favorites, when you register, let me know which
one and I'll update it within a week (or two) and send you
(electronically) the update.
REVISION CHANGES:
V 1.0a
1. Fixed Database line entry duplication bug.
2. Updated to Visual Basic 3.0 - Now requires
VBRUN300.DLL.
3. Updated Help and Read-Me Files.
V 1.0b.
1. Fixed No Registration Entry Errors.
2. Added the ability to start with any balance.
3. Removed "Entries =" (No one wanted it)
Hope you enjoy!..........Jim Rylander 29 June 1993
1. DIRECTIONS:
a. This is really the easiest part of all. The
program is pretty self explanetory, but I'll cover the
basics.
b. FILE: Just EXIT here, all file handling is done
within the AIRLINES.
c. AIRLINES: The heart of the program:
(1) At the top you'll see which airlines you
selected, how many entries are contained in the data and
your current balance.
(2) Next is the Main viewing screen. It will
contain all of the data you enter below. You may notice
that the text in the screen may be edited. However, the
editing is NOT saved to disk......Best just left alone {g}.
(3) DATE: Enter the date of travel, as listed in
your FF statement using numbers only (MMDDYY). The dashes
are taken care of for you.
(4) FLIGHT/REDEEM: Limited space is available
for information here, though plenty sufficient. Flight
examples are (for Delta) DL1565, DL409, etc. IMPORTANT:
If your redeeming miles, you must type "REDEEM" in this
line, NOTHING ELSE. This sets up the proper itinerary
screen later.
(5) CLASS: Wish it were always FIRST!!! Enter
the single or double digit entries provided by your
statement, i.e. "F", or "Y", or "AG" (used when redeeming
miles on DELTA).
(6) ITINERARY: For Flights entered in (4) above,
space is provided for three letter codes for 'From' and
'To', i.e. BWI - DFW (Baltimore to Dallas Fort Worth). The
single dash is automatically provided. IF REDEEM is entered
in (4) above, this line is reserved for the redemption code
provided by most airlines. Up to 15 letters and numbers may
be entered here.
(7) MILES: This is the basic miles you earned
for the flight.
(8) BONUS: This is for any special Bonus miles
added.
(9) DEDUCTED: Used with REDEEM......How many
miles did that free trip cost you? {g}
d. Starting Balance: This screen, when used first, will allow
you to begin with any balance you choose. IMPORTANT: If used after
data has already been entered, it will create a new balance and
erase all data, effectively starting over.
e. Help: Brings up these directions in a window.
(1) Register: After you register, I'll send
everything needed to fill in the blanks! (See REGISTERING
SHAREWARE below)
(2) About: Self Explanetory.
2. REGISTERING SHAREWARE:
a. Shareware's a great concept. Try before you buy!!!
If you're unhappy with, or don't need WINFLY.....simply
delete all copies you have and we'll call it even.
b. However, if, after 15 days, you decide to keep
WINFLY. You must register the progam with me and pay the
(very small) fee.....$12.00.
c. HOW TO REGISTER:
(1) When registering, Please include your Full
Name and Address.
(2) Send a Check or Money order for $12.00 to:
James E. Rylander
7741A Nelson Loop
FGGM, MD 20755
(3) On COMPUSERVE - GO SWREG. Registration ID:
983
(4) You have the necessary software! After
registration, I'll send you the information needed to
personalize the program. All future upgrades will already
be registered for you! You only need do this ONCE!
d. Why Register:
(1) It's the right thing to do!
(2) Free Upgrades!
(3) Unlimited Support!
(4) Advance Notice of Upcoming Products!
(5) Discounted prices of Upcoming Products!
(6) Get rid of the nasty reminder screen!
3. HOW TO CONTACT ME:
a. Write To: James E. Rylander
7741A Nelson Loop
FGGM, MD 20755
b. Or CompuServe ID: 70162,2712
c. Or America Online: RocknRoll1
4. WHAT'S COMING: Winfly v2.0: I'm about halfway finished
with v2.0 with TONs of changes. Users will be able to
create their own Airline Databases (Or Hotel, Rental Car,
etc). Keep track of all necessary data, Base Miles,
Expiration Dates, Phone Numbers, Acct Numbers, etc. Auto-
Dial (with modem) direct from within Winfly. Remember, All
upgrades are FREE to registered users.
5. FINALLY: Help me improve the program! Unless you tell
me what's right or wrong with it, I'll never know. Keep in
touch and Fly Safe!