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Information about “BUSINESS SAMPLER #5”
This disk contains an assortment of utility programs to aid you in
organiza tional duties. PC-RECIPE will help you to keep track of your
favorite recipes; DDCAL and PCYEARBK are both appointment
book/calendar utilities; TELEFONE is a telephone book and dialer
(requires a modem); and the Rolodex program is a simple filing system
(requires dBASE III to run). All in all, a very well-rounded
collection of handy helpers.
System Requirements: 128K, monochrome display, one disk drive;
Rolodex requires dBASE III
How to Start: Consult the .DOC and README files for directions and
documentation. To run the BASIC programs, consult the directions in
GETTING STARTED for your configuration. To run a program with the
suffix .COM or .EXE, just type its name, i.e., for FF.BAT, type
FF and press <ENTER>.
Suggested Registration: PC RECIPE $25.00; DAILY DIARY $10.00; PC
YEARBOOK $15.00; TELEPHONE $5.00.
File Descriptions:
PCRECIPE DOC Documentation for PCRECIPE.EXE program
DDCAL COM Appointment book utility (like SideKick's)
ROL???? ??? A name and address system - Rolodex simulator (dBase II)
PCYEARBK EXE An appointment book system
PCYEARBK DOC Documentation for PCYEARBK.EXE program
PCRECIPE EXE A recipe filing system
TELEFONE COM A telephone book and dialer (must have modem)
FILES412.TXT
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Disk No 412 Personal Utilities v1.1 DS2
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This disk contains a set of utility programs for keeping track of your
favorite recepies, and a dBASEII Rolodex filing system.
DDCAL COM Appointment book utility (like SideKick's)
PCRECIPE DOC Documentation for PCRECIPE.EXE program
PCRECIPE EXE A recipe filing system
PCYEARBK DOC Documentation for PCYEARBK.EXE program
PCYEARBK EXE An appointment book system
ROL???? COM A name and address system - Rolodex simulator (for dBase II)
Several files
TELEFONE COM A telephone book and dialer (must have modem)
PC Software Interest Group (PC-SIG)
1030 E Duane, Suite D
Sunnyvale, CA 94086
(408) 730-9291
PCRECIPE.DOC
PCRecipe
a Public Domain Program by PC-Squared
(C) Copyright by PC-Squared
<< Documentation & Operating Manual >>
PC-Squared
P.O. Box 1610
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
<< LICENSE >>
This program can be freely copied and distributed so long as no
consideration is given other than specified in this document. The
user of this program which finds that it is of value to him/her
should consider making a donation to PC-Squared. See this
document for more information about becoming a registered owner.
I. Introduction
PCRecipe is a series of programs which allows a user to
maintain their recipe file on computer. The system offers several
advantages over a manually kept recipe file.
This system contains only one program. It is PCRECIPE.EXE.
Data files which are used by the system are as follows:
(NOTE: All data files MUST reside on the default disk drive.)
Filename Record Len Contains
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RECIPE.CNT 12 Bytes Counters & General Sys. Info.
RECIPE.DAT 417 Master Recipe Info
RECIP1.DAT 600 " " "
CLASS.DAT 14 Class Information
SCLASS.DAT 14 Subclass Information
RECIPE.SRT 12 Temporary file built by the
Sort routine.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The system provides a means to maintain recipe information.
It will allow you to display, update, add, change, and calculate
recipes by two separate classifications.
These "classifications" are termed CLASS and SUBCLASS. They
can be used for categorizing each recipe. They are intended to be
used in order to retrieve a recipe which "fits" within a class.
An example of the uses of the classifications are as
follows. If you used CLASS as the type of meal, i.e. BREAKFAST,
LUNCH, DINNER, DESSERT, etc, and the SUBCLASS as the type of
food, i.e., FISH, BEEF, LAMB, PORK, CAKE, etc, then you can
retrieve all DINNERS (class) which contain FISH (sub-class).
There is no restriction on how you use the CLASS and
SUBCLASS data fields. The only restriction is that each recipe
MUST be assigned a class and subclass.
All classes and subclasses are defined by you.
II. Installation
Simply copy the PCRECIPE program on to a disk which contains
DOS. All files needed by the system are produced by the system.
General Operating Information
Every screen which displays the data field limited by ']' &
'[" are auto-ending. This means that if you fill the field the
system will automatically go to the next data element. The only
time you need to hit RETURN is when you fail to fill the field.
Also ALL commands require that you only press the proper key - NO
<RETURN> is required.
III. CREATING YOUR BASE DATA
The only "pre-defined" files which is required prior to
entering any recipes are the CLASS and SUBCLASS files. These are
entered by using menu selections 6 and 7.
Once these are entered you can proceed and enter your
recipes.
IV. Program Operation of PCRecipe
The program is loaded by typing PCRECIPE <CR>. A sign-on
message will be displayed. Simply hit any key to display the
menu.
OPTION <1> Enter a New Recipe
By selecting option 1, the system allows you to enter a new
recipe. The system will respond with form on the screen.
The form which is displayed will ask for the following
information:
NAME - This is any name which you have assigned to this recipe.
NUMBER - This is assigned by the computer. It is used for
reference to the recipe.
CLASS - This is CLASS number by which you want this recipe
associated with. This MUST be a VALID class number. Once this is
entered the name of that class will be displayed.
SUB-CLASS - This is SUB-CLASS number by which you want this
recipe associated with. This MUST be a VALID sub-class number.
Once this is entered the name of that sub-class will be dis
played.
NOTE: If you enter an invalid CLASS or SUBCLASS, the message
*INVALID* will be displayed. You must reenter a VALID number.
# OF SERVICE - This is the number of people which this recipe
will serve with the quantity of ingredients entered.
The next ten lines on the screen allow you to enter
information on twenty ingredients.
The data requested is:
QTY - The quantity of the ingredient. NOTE: If you plan on using
the CALCULATE function, the data element MUST be numeric.
Therefore if you have an ingredient which calls for 1/4 teaspoon
of salt, this MUST be entered as a decimal number, i.e. ".25".
MEAS - This is measurement, i.e., cup, teasp, tablsp, lbs,
ounces, etc.
INGREDIENT - The ingredient.
If you enter nothing in the QTY field the system will
advance to the INSTRUCTION section.
INSTRUCTIONS - This section allows you to enter five lines of
instructions. These can be mixing and cooking instructions and
comments about the recipe.
When all data is entered the system will write it to disk
and present another blank form. You can continue to enter more
recipes or hit <RETURN> in the NAME field and the system will
return to the menu.
To Display a Recipe - Select option 2.
The system will ask for the recipe number and will display
the recipe data. It will then display the following prompt:
<E>xit, <N>ext, <Shift-PrtSc> to Print Screen
If you select E, the system will return the menu. If you
select N, it will respond with the recipe number prompt.
Display Choices by Class - Select option 3.
This is used to obtain a list of recipes which fit with a
specific class and subclass.
The system will prompt you for the CLASS and SUBCLASS
numbers and display a list of recipes which fall into that
category.
Calculate a Meal - Select option 4.
This option will allow you to select a recipe which you have
entered and which serves four people (an example) and will
calculate the quantity of ingredients needed to serve any GREATER
number of people. An example of its use is, say you have a recipe
for CHICKEN CORDON BLEU for 4 serving, and your husband invites
his boss and his wife, and the Senior V.P. and his wife, over for
dinner. You now need this recipe for six people. To obtain the
recipe for six people you would do the following, using this
option;
The system will prompt you for the recipe number, and the
number of serving which you want. The system will then calculate
the recipe and print it with the calculated quantities.
SEE THE NOTE UNDER 'ENTER A NEW RECIPE' REGARDING THE 'QTY'
FIELD.
To Change a Recipe - Select option 5.
The system will ask for the recipe number and display the
recipe data. It will then prompt to see that it is the correct
one. Answer by entering Y or N. If you enter N, you will again be
prompted for the recipe number.
If you enter Y, the system will allow you to change ALL data
except the recipe number.
If you do not want to change the data in the field
containing the cursor, simply hit RETURN. If you want to change
the data, re-enter the entire field.
To stop the loop which is entered in the QTY-MEAS-INGREDIENT
fields, enter a '/' in the QTY field.
After a correction the system will return the recipe number
prompt. Enter the next number or 0<RETURN> to return to the menu.
To Enter a Class - Select option 6.
The system display a form asking for the following data:
CLASS # - Enter the class number which you want assigned and the
name.
To Enter a Sub-Class - Select option 7.
The system display a form asking for the following data:
SUB-CLASS # - Enter the sub-class number which you want assigned
and the name.
Prt/Dis Choices by Class - Selection # 8
This option will provide you with a list of recipes which
fit a specific class and subclass. The system will prompt you for
the class and subclass number and whether you want the result
sent to the screen or printer.
Prt/Dis Detail by Class - Selection # 9
This option will provide you with the entire recipe for
recipes which fit a specific class and subclass. The system will
prompt you for the class and subclass number and whether you want
the result sent to the screen or printer.
Prt/Dis Classes/Sub-Classes - Selection # 0
This selection will display or print a list of all valid
classes and sub-classes.
The last function is EXIT TO MAIN MENU - Selection X.
This selection will return you to DOS.
HOW TO BECOME A REGISTERED OWNER OF PCRecipe
PC-Squared writes commercially available and public domain
software for the IBM PC and compatibles. The commercial systems
are designed for specific vertical markets and are of no interest
to most computer hobbists.
If you would like to become a registered owner of
PCRecipe, send a contribution (amount is your choice) to PC-
Squared at the below address. A contribution of $25.00 or more
will allow you to receive source code and all future updates for
the cost of a diskette.
If you have suggestions, comments, information regarding
bugs, ideas about possible other public domain programs which you
would like to see, or wish to become a registered owner, you can
write us at:
PC-SQUARED
P.O. Box 1610
Morgan Hill, CA 95037
We also would be interested in writing public domain
programs with people whose expertise is in some other field and
who can see the need for a system...
....Is there a stock broker out there...who is willing to work
on a tracking and forecasting program??????
<< POWER TO THE PUBLIC WITH PUBLIC DOMAIN SOFTWARE >>
Other Public Domain Programs by PC-Squared:
PC-Accountant - A home accounting system.
PC-Check - A check writing module for PC-Accountant.
BLKBOOK - An appointment book.
All are available on several BBS.
ck - A check w
PCYEARBK.DOC
PC YEARBOOK is a calendar/appointment schedule program written in C
using the De Smet C Compiler. PC Yearbook turns the PC into an
electronic appointment book. Appointments can be scheduled from
8:00 am to 6:30 pm in half-hour increments. There is also a Note Pad
to record other information.
The program as been tested on a PC with 128K, color monitor, and
with both DOS 1.1 and 2.0. The program should run on a 64K PC
with DOS 1.1 but may not run under 2.0 due to the operating system
overhead. I have not tested the program on a monochrome display
except very briefly but the program makes no use of special color
commands and should have no difficulity with the monochrome display.
You are encouraged to copy and distribute this program. If you find
this program useful, a contribution of $15 would be appreaciated. I
am especially interested in suggested improvements,bugs,comments,etc.
These may be mailed to:
Ulderic F. Racine
2520 South East Alexander Drive
Topeka, Kansas 66605
or you may leave a message on the HAWKEYE Bulletin Board, 319-363-3314
or the CUE, 913-267-1903.
-1-
PC Yearbook Page 2.
Running the program:
Before running PC Yearbook, you should check the system date. Be sure
that it is the current date as the program utliizes that date to display
the initial calendar and to store the appointment data files. If you
forget, you should exit the program and start over again.
To run the program, type PCYEARBK and press <Return>.
Calendar Function:
Each time the program is run, it will dispaly a calendar of the month
contained in the system date. Thus if you initialize the program and
have entered a date of 04-23-84, a calendar for April 1984 will be
displayed at the top left of the screen with the 23rd highlighted in
reverse video. The date will also be printed to the right of the calendar
as Monday April 23, 1984. The appointment times will be displayed below
the calendar and a lightbar will indicate the first appointment at 8:00
am.
The keys used to manipulate the calendar are:
<Cursor> keys are used to move the highlighted day on the calendar. The
Right/Left arrow keys move the date one day. The Up/Down arrow
keys move to the same day in the previous or next week. The
appointment schedule will be updated as the date is moved.
<F1> displays the month previous to the month currently displayed.
All appointment data from the currently displayed month will be
saved to disk and the data from the previous month (if any) will
be loaded into memory from disk.
<F2> displays the next month after the month currently displayed.
All appointment data from the currently displayed month will be
saved to disk and the data from the previous month (if any) will
be loaded into memory from disk.
<F3> will display the month and highlight the day/date that first
appeared when the program was run during the current session.
This allows you to return to the current date from any other
month. All appointment data from the currently displayed month
will be saved to disk and the data from the previous month (if
any) will be loaded into memory from disk.
<F4> printout appointments - See Appointment function.
<F5> accesses the Note Pad - See Note Pad function.
<F10> to exit PC Yearbook and return to DOS. All appointment data
from the currently displayed month and notes in the Note Pad
will be saved to disk.
PC Yearbook Page 3.
Appointment Schedule Function:
The appointment schedule allows appointments from 8:00 am to 6:30 pm
for each day. Each appointment may be up to 32 characters of text and
is active whenever the calendar is displayed.
The keys to use the appointment function are:
<Spacebar> moves the highlighted bar beginning at 8:00 am to the next
appointment. The highlighted bar indicates the current cursor
position for adding or deleting an appointment.
<Ins> opens an appointment time at the current position of the
highlighted bar for input of appointment text. The text is
limited to a maximum of 32 characters. If you use all 32
characters, the program will generate an automatic carriage
return and will turn off the cursor otherwise you must press
<Return> to terminate the entry of the text.
<Del> deletes any appointment text at the current position of the
highlighted bar.
<Return> terminates the entry of appointment text if the text is less
than 32 characters.
<Backspace> or the left arrow key will delete the previous character
of text during entry of appointment text.
<F4> allows you to printout a specific date or the entire month of
the appointment schedule. When this key is pressed, the days
of the current month will be displayed over the appointment
schedule in three columns. Use the <Spacebar> to move the
cursor. Pressing the <Return> will select the day for printing.
A small graphic block will appear in place of the cursor
indicating that the day has been selected. If the day has
already been slected, pressing <Return> will erase the
selection. Pressing the <Spacebar> on a day will not alter the
selection. When your selections have been made, press <Esc> to
printout the appointment schedule for the days selected. If no
days are selected, the program returns to the calendar/schedule
function. The printout will contain a maximum of four days per
page in date order regardless of the order of selection.
Appointment Data Files:
Appointment data is stored on the disk in the default drive. A file is
created for each month using the naming format of MMMYYAPT.DAT with the
first three characters being the first three in the name of the month and
the next two the last two digits of the year. Thus data for April 1984
would be stored in a file named APR84APT.DAT.
PC Yearbook Page 4.
The amount of disk space required to store a month's data is dependent
upon the number of appointments scheduled. The maximum size is about 23K
which would represent an appointment scheduled for each half-hour for the
entire month. A 320K diskette should have no problems containing an
entire year of data.
Note Pad Function:
The Note Pad provides four pages of fifteen lines to store notes and
other textual information that you do not wish to put on the appointment
schedule. Each line can be up to 70 characters long.
The Note Pad is always resident and available. It is not date dependent.
The keys to use the Note Pad function are:
<PgUp> displays the previous page in the Note Pad. If you are on page
1, it will wrap around to page 4.
<PgDn> displays the next page in the Note Pad. If you are on page 4, it
will wrap around to page 1.
<Spacebar> moves the lighlighted bar on the Note Pad. It indicates the
cursor position for adding or deleting a note.
<Ins> opens a Note Pad line at the current position of the highlighted
bar for input of note text. The text is limited to a maximum of
70 characters. If you use all 70 characters, the program will
generate an automatic carriage return and will turn off the cursor
otherwise you must press <Return> to terminate the entry of the
text.
<Del> deletes a line of text on the Note Pad at the current position
of the highlighted bar.
<Return> terminates the entry of Note Pad text if the text is less than
70 characters.
<Backspace> or the left arrow key will delete the previous character
of text during entry of Note Pad text.
<Esc> exits the Note Pad and returns to the calendar/appointment
functions.
<F5> printouts out the Note Pad. On the printout, the notes are
printed from 1 to 60 without page indications as they are
displayed on the screen.
printed from 1 to 60 with
Directory of PC-SIG Library Disk #0412
Volume in drive A has no label
Directory of A:\
DDCAL COM 52736 3-18-85 1:32p
FILES412 TXT 866 6-13-86 11:10a
PCRECIPE DOC 10880 5-02-85 5:10p
PCRECIPE EXE 50304 5-02-85 5:10p
PCYEARBK DOC 8832 4-03-85 7:28p
PCYEARBK EXE 27136 1-03-85 12:43p
ROLDEX1 NDX 1024 4-03-85 7:50p
ROLMENU FMT 2048 4-03-85 7:49p
ROLODEX CMD 9984 4-03-85 7:49p
ROLODEX COM 256 4-03-85 7:50p
ROLODEX DBF 2048 4-03-85 7:50p
ROLPRINT CMD 768 4-03-85 7:50p
ROLSCRN FMT 1408 4-03-85 7:50p
TELEFONE COM 43008 6-06-85 10:20a
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