>> When you work in the Flash IDE though (sorry Jason) Ugh. :)
I agree though, using "this" has an advantage of code hinting for the class, in other tools tool like Flashbuilder. However, I never use it, it's redundant and agree with Moock it only adds visual clutter. Rarely is using "this" necessary for clarifying your code - most coders should understand scope. Jason Merrill Instructional Technology Architect Bank of America Global Learning _______________________ -----Original Message----- From: flashcoders-boun...@chattyfig.figleaf.com [mailto:flashcoders-boun...@chattyfig.figleaf.com] On Behalf Of Geografiek Sent: Wednesday, June 08, 2011 4:21 AM To: Flash Coders List Subject: Re: [Flashcoders] using "this" in AS3 classes? Hi Micky, Colin Moock (in EAS3) explicitly advises agains the redundant use of 'this' to avoid visual clutter. When you work in the Flash IDE though (sorry Jason) it has the advantage that all variables and methods of 'this' are available in the code hinting contextual menu. So I think it's really up to your own preference. HTH Willem van den Goorbergh On 8 jun 2011, at 06:55, Micky Hulse wrote: > Hi, > > Stupid question, but... > > Let's say I have some class properties: > > private var _mc1:MovieClip; > private var _mc2:MovieClip; > > ... and methods: > > private function baz():void { ... } > private function foo():void { ... } > > In my code, would it be overkill to always reference the above > examples with a prefix of "this"? > > For example: > > this._mc1 = ...; > this._mc2 = this.mc1; > this.baz(); > this.foo(); > > I could easily do this instead: > > _mc1 = ...; > _mc2 = mc1; > baz(); > foo(); > > Sorry if silly question, I am just kinda wondering what the pros do. > :) > > Best practices? > > Thanks! > Micky > _______________________________________________ > Flashcoders mailing list > Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com > http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders =+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+= Geografiek is a Dutch, Utrecht-based map and chart design company. Willem van den Goorbergh can be contacted by telephone: (+31)30-2719512 or cell phone: (+31)6-26372378 or by fax: (+31)302719687 snail mail: Hooghiemstraplein 89 3514 AX UTRECHT Visit our website at: www.geografiek.nl twitter: @wvdgoorbergh =+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+= _______________________________________________ Flashcoders mailing list Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders ---------------------------------------------------------------------- This message w/attachments (message) is intended solely for the use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or proprietary. If you are not an intended recipient, please notify the sender, and then please delete and destroy all copies and attachments, and be advised that any review or dissemination of, or the taking of any action in reliance on, the information contained in or attached to this message is prohibited. Unless specifically indicated, this message is not an offer to sell or a solicitation of any investment products or other financial product or service, an official confirmation of any transaction, or an official statement of Sender. Subject to applicable law, Sender may intercept, monitor, review and retain e-communications (EC) traveling through its networks/systems and may produce any such EC to regulators, law enforcement, in litigation and as required by law. The laws of the country of each sender/recipient may impact the handling of EC, and EC may be archived, supervised and produced in countries other than the country in which you are located. This message cannot be guaranteed to be secure or free of errors or viruses. References to "Sender" are references to any subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation. Securities and Insurance Products: * Are Not FDIC Insured * Are Not Bank Guaranteed * May Lose Value * Are Not a Bank Deposit * Are Not a Condition to Any Banking Service or Activity * Are Not Insured by Any Federal Government Agency. Attachments that are part of this EC may have additional important disclosures and disclaimers, which you should read. This message is subject to terms available at the following link: http://www.bankofamerica.com/emaildisclaimer. By messaging with Sender you consent to the foregoing. _______________________________________________ Flashcoders mailing list Flashcoders@chattyfig.figleaf.com http://chattyfig.figleaf.com/mailman/listinfo/flashcoders
