Caskbill DVC Planner

[BigDisneyKids]

Mr. Bill (I presume),

Just down loaded and executed you're program. Excellent well thoughtout program!!

This is a no brainer to use while keeping it simple.

Thanks a million

 

[gtrist4life]

Let me be the next on this thread to praise Mr. Caskbill's fine work. I'm sure there are many in appreciation. My compliments to the chef, so to speak!

I love the features and have saved plans for oh about the next 4-5 years or so of planned DVC use.


Peace
G4L

 

[RobDoc]

... and just wait until he completes the point tracker he's adding to the already great program! (Right, Bill?? )

 

[Caskbill]

Originally posted by WebmasterDoc
... and just wait until he completes the point tracker he's adding to the already great program! (Right, Bill?? )

Err, Uhmmm, Aaahhh, .....

Right Doc.

Well, actually I haven't had a chance to get back on it again since we got back from Florida in mid Feb. But it is here, on the desk as I speak (type ).

<i>For those of you who might not have already guessed, Doc is one of the volunteer beta testers for the program. Problem is, I haven't given him anything to test yet.....

 

[BigDisneyKids]

Mr. Bill,

Once again, kudos on the program!

Only one request for us SSR "new-bee's", is there a way to have the program project to say the year 2054?

I'm not sure if I'll be around by then or even care, but it's just a thought...

 

[twotoohappy]

could you make one for macs

 

[Caskbill]

<b>

Only one request for us SSR "new-bee's", is there a way to have the program project to say the year 2054?

</b>The program does not 'project' the calendars for the years 2005-2010. Instead I developed them independently, using Disney's patterns for adjustments around specific holidays, and then hard coded the results into the 'point chart file' the program uses.

I am planning on adding about 10 more years (through 2020) for the next release but doubt I'll calculate any after that. An awful lot can happen in the next 15 years.

However, I do have the formulas for determining any holiday for any year (the most complicated formula being the one that determines Easter which can vary considerably year to year, then next Thanksgiving, which will vary only a little year by year, and finally Christmas, which doesn't vary at all. I'll give some thought to actually having the program calculate the dates and automatically create the point charts. It's very doable, programming wise. Just don't know how much work it'd be. Anyway, a nice suggestion.

If anyone else has program suggestions please feel free to e-mail me directly.

<b>

could you make one for macs

</b>Sorry, no can do. I have neither the software nor the knowledge (nor the time) (nor the ISP web space for a separate download) to create a MAC version. Mac and PC programs are totally different. While there are programs out there which will convert <u>files</u> from a PC to MAC, I've never seen anything that will convert a <u>program</u> to a MAC. The only thing I know of is Virtual PC which runs on a MAC and emulates Windows. I've been told Virtual PC will run my program on a MAC. (As well as any other Windows programs) Unfortunately it's over $100 so any MAC user would probably need to run a lot of different PC programs to justify purchasing a PC emulator program for their computer.

 

[Laurabearz]

Just wanted to jump on the Caskbill bandwagon!!!

And nudge ya a bit to get the point tracking system up and running!

I cant even begin to conceptualize how a program is created.... let alone one that could handle 3 home resorts AND two UY's, but someone as cleaver as you could prolly figure it out.... Right?

uploading

 

[rocketriter]

We love how easy it is to use your visual calendar to "what if" different vacation scenarios, although we use a different program to record our transactions. Keeping everything in one place would be wonderful.

Your program is already a centerpiece of our vacation planning. Thank you!

 

[robinb]

I love your program Bill! I use it when ever I plan a trip and sometimes if I just want to dream about being at WDW at a certain time .

I want to also stick in a plug for David Fredrickson's DVC Point Manager:

http://hometown.aol.com/dmfredrick/Download.html

It's a fantastic tool to track your points and useage. I have both programs on my Desktop for easy access.

 

[BigDisneyKids]

Sorry for opening up the flood gates on this.

But nevertheless, great job, no matter what!!!

 

[Dopey Sharon]

Just wanted to add....Thanks, Bill!

 

[DrTomorrow]

Originally posted by Laurabearz
I cant even begin to conceptualize how a program is created....

Well, I do know how such programs are created - and it takes a lot of time and hard work. I too applaud Bill's fine planning tool (and sympathize with the "haven't got to it yet" situation).

 

[Barreras Family]

in the Caskbill Parade of Gratitude!

I used his program to help calculate my trip in 2005. When I saw the savings I had we planned our surprise trip in May.

Thanks!!

Rudy, Charlene & Carmalena
aka
Tigger, Pooh & Piglet

 

[Disney4ever4569]

Just downloaded your program. Just as good as being at the vacation club office!! Is there any plans to add vacation spots outside Disney so we could track those points as well?

 

[disneycrazed139]

Caskbill--
Thanks for this...I really enjoyed using it until my computer crashed but am now reminded to download it once again!

 

[KaterBell]

I am another person using your fine application - it's on my work PC and whenever I need a break, I plan a vacation.

Thank you for the work you put into this to help your fellow DVCers!

 

[Granny]

I can't let a thread about Caskbill's planner go by without jumping on it and thanking Bill once again for that great program. It is not only tremendously functional, but very easy to use, intuitive and visually pleasing. You get an A+++ on this one, Bill!

 

[jaysue]

Bill, many thanks for your outstanding work

thanks
jaysue

 

[Lesley]

Just another big Thanks to Caskbill for creating this program....I use it all the time and highly recommend it.

Can't wait for points tracking....and a version that can synch to the Palm OS would be great....but seriously, its great how it is and Bill is a real saint for giving us as much of his time and effort as he has already!

Great program by a great DVC/DIS'er!