Maths... getting there slowly
I've been following Justin's Math series on his blog with great interest. Maths is one of the things that I blog'ged about earlier this year, stating that it was my intention to understand it:
http://weblogs.asp.net/dneimke/archive/2004/05/18/133996.aspx
Since reading Justin's entries I've managed to build 3 little demo applications to solidify my learnings, they are:
- TraverseCircle.cs - this application displayed every 10th number between 0 and 360 at its correct position in a circle.
- BoundingCircle.cs - this application allowed you to enter a number and then it would draw a line with that many points touching a bounding circle. So, if you entered the number "3" you would get a triangle sitting inside of a circle, etc.
- SpriteAnimation.cs - this one is like a pendulum but without the laws of physics to give the effect of gravity. In the app. a pendulum swings between the angle 20 degrees and 160 degrees.
It's been a real ride learning, not only the trigonometry but also some interesting GDI techniques.
So, if, like me you are a Math dummy in search of a new quest, I'd encourage you to keep an eye out for Justin's maths blogs: Justin's Blog