computer rigging logboks?

[rigger_john 0]

A post on here about log books made me wonder if any clever computer literate rigger has ever bothered to write a software log book. Maybe something that could total hours worked and also keep track of repack dates for customers ect.

Anybody?

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Nullius in Verba

[phoenixlpr 0]

It sounds like a reasonable idea. We could make something nice.

[IanHarrop 41]

Have you checked out Rigminder - I believe it does just that.

http://www.dropzone.com/cgi-bin/forum/gforum.cgi?post=1698422#1698422

http://www.rigminder.net

"Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy

[rigger_john 0]

Thats not what I was talking about, as good as it may be rigminder seems to be designed to alert an individual when their reserve is due a repack. I see it can be used for lots of other things too but i was meaning somthing for individual lofts

I was thinking about somthing more akin to an electronic rigging loft log with database qualities which would enable the rigger to for instence bring up all the work that has been done on an given rig or for a given customer.

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Nullius in Verba

[phoenixlpr 0]

I'd rather use some java based solution for that, but I'm not a rigger.

[justinb138 0]

An Access database could be set up pretty easily.
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If you are planning on setting something up like that, let me know, I'd love to help.

[rigger_john 0]

I was thinking somthing like a access would be the way to go but I would have no idea where too start.

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Nullius in Verba

[LisaM 0]

Rigminder has the ability to add notes for a rig at any given time and the intention there was to keep track of word done to a rig. We can provide the ability to print these notes in a logbook fasion and even modify the system to make it more logbook friendly with reports if you wish. I believe most of the data is there, however, that you would find in a logbook. Please email me at info@rigminder.net and we can talk more about this functionality and Rigminder.

Thanks!

~ Lisa
~ Do you Rigminder?

[phoenixlpr 0]

I'd rather vore for java and some backend, but I donno what you need.

[skybeergodd 0]

I whole heartedly agree.....I would absolutely love to find an computer program to use as my logbook....if you find any such thing I would love to hear about it and if there is already something out there like that for sale let me know!!!
Any info would be greatly appreciated...skyguy@charter.net
Blue Skies
Kelly

[LisaM 0]

If you guys are up for something web based, we welcome and encourage all suggestions and we will implement them ASAP.

Also, if you're looking for a stand alone application, please email me with details and we can discuss the creation of a commerical app. =)

Email us anytime at info@rigminder.net.

- Lisa

~ Lisa
~ Do you Rigminder?

[phoenixlpr 0]

I was thinking about a mozilla/firebird extension/application. It could be portable and you may backup your logs to some network server.

I would keep it free :).

[Slurp56 0]

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I'd rather use some java based solution for that, but I'm not a rigger.

Why Java? Everytime I load the JRE it seems to consume a large chunk of ram.


A web based rigging solution would be super easy to build. It would be even easier to distribute and update.

Most invoice type software should have that functionality as well, like quickbooks for example can track customer history and has search functions.

I'm kinda tied up till after the 1st of the year (or later, lot of projects), but if there is an interest and nothing else is built between now and then, I'd put something together.

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[phoenixlpr 0]

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Why Java? Everytime I load the JRE it seems to consume a large chunk of ram.

How much ram is there in your computer? Trust me there is enough sand around for all of us.

I donno the use cases of this problem.

I rather define an xml dialect and we could have a common base.

[bob.dino 1]

That's a hell of a lot of over-engineering for a fairly simple problem that's mostly solved by the current version of rigminder.

[phoenixlpr 0]

Sure, or you may use your pen and a logbook/workbook.

[LisaM 0]

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That's a hell of a lot of over-engineering for a fairly simple problem that's mostly solved by the current version of rigminder.

Yes.. mostly solved by Rigminder. And we at Rigminder are perfectly willing to adapt the system to help include what you're asking for. Please, by all means, email us specifics of what you're looking for and we'll get on it!

- Lisa

~ Lisa
~ Do you Rigminder?

[phoenixlpr 0]

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Yes.. mostly solved by Rigminder. And we at Rigminder are perfectly willing to adapt the system to help include what you're asking for. Please, by all means, email us specifics of what you're looking for and we'll get on it!

That's nice.

If I would be a rigger I would not want any 3rd party own my data or stand between me and my data.

[LisaM 0]

First let me clarify that Rigminder does not own anyone's personal data. Your data within the system is your data alone and is owned by you. You are free to remove your data at any time.

We understand that this solution is not for everyone. We also understand that everyone has a choice. And we respect yours.

Thanks again!

- Lisa

~ Lisa
~ Do you Rigminder?

[phoenixlpr 0]

Ok. I would not want to post or publish my data to 3rd party or depend on a 3rd party.

[LisaM 0]

As is your choice and we respect that. Have a great day!

~ Lisa
~ Do you Rigminder?

[IanHarrop 41]

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Yes.. mostly solved by Rigminder. And we at Rigminder are perfectly willing to adapt the system to help include what you're asking for. Please, by all means, email us specifics of what you're looking for and we'll get on it!

That's nice.

If I would be a rigger I would not want any 3rd party own my data or stand between me and my data.

Easily solved by including a function to export the logs. If the export contained the same same columns as the official logbook, in the same sequence, and delimited correctly, it would be easy for riggers to make sure they have a copy of the on their computer in a form that can be easily imported into other programs. Even word/text processing programs let you import data, so a rigger could always have access to easily printed data.

"Where troubles melt like lemon drops, away above the chimney tops, that's where you'll find me" Dorothy

[rigger_john 0]

I agree that rigminder is a very verstaile program but only if you can connect to the net. I accept that is a minor problem but I would prefer a stand alone app. Also I would want to be able to enter my own searches for SB's and AD's against my own safety file.

I guess what I would like is a program that allows me to record all the info required by my rules (BPA in my case) and allows me to search all those entires in a organised manner.

For example if I put in a serial number for a main I would like to be able not only to bring up the owner but how many patches I've put on it. where they are, how much i charged how long they took ect. but I would like to be able to get that info with the customers name or the type of canopie too.

If the same software could generate invoices and provide a hard copy log book too I think that would be somewhere close.

Maybe I'll just enrole on a computer course.

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Nullius in Verba

[Slurp56 0]

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Why Java? Everytime I load the JRE it seems to consume a large chunk of ram.

How much ram is there in your computer? Trust me there is enough sand around for all of us.

I donno the use cases of this problem.

I rather define an xml dialect and we could have a common base.

I've got 1gig.

jump tickets > buy more sand.


I'm not completely certain, but I'm willing to bet that the vast majority of riggers use Microsoft Windows or have access to a PC. Doesnt matter the language, but an executable would probably be the best solution. To get the kind of functionality that rigger-john is looking for, we're now looking at a relational database.

While most riggers would preffer to have their data offline, it may be an advantage to use a web host as they implement backup solutions. It would suck to lose your disk or hard drive and have all your rigging info gone.

Another advantage of a web based solution, (not sure of the value of this feature) a stolen serial number tracker would be simple to implement and keep current. It would also be simple to integrate a central repository of SB's as well.

The last, and maybe most important, pro to a web based solution would be platform compatibility. Windows, Mac, and Linux/unix would all be able to seamlessly use it.


I couldnt sleep last night, so I threw some brain cycles toward a digital rigging solution.

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I have proof-read this post 500 times, but I guarantee you'll still manage to find a flaw.

[bob.dino 1]

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I agree that rigminder is a very verstaile program but only if you can connect to the net. I accept that is a minor problem but I would prefer a stand alone app.

It'd be pretty easy for Lisa & co to package the entire rigminder with something like UniServer to make it runnable on a single PC, with a synchronised backup to their site, if desired.

Talk to her about your specific requirements, and you never know, she might just be able to solve your problems

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