AutoDKP

Requirements

Use any CT-modified Raid Tracker version 1.25.xx, where xx is 8 or higher.
(For example, valid versions are 1.25.8, 1.25.9, 1.25.10, 1.25.11, and so on...)
Do not use any version lower or higher than version 1.25.xx (i.e. don't use versions 1.0, 2.00, etc.).
Get the latest version here: http://www.curse-gaming.com/mod.php?addid=1836


FAQ

What is AutoDKP?

AutoDKP (short for Automated Dragon Kill Points) is a program that performs the following main functions:

AutoDKP is part of a category of software named DKPSoft. These are software programs that make it easier to calculate and archive guild raid points.

What's the point?

The driving goal behind AutoDKP is to make the entire point calculation process very quick. You should be able to switch out of the game, run AutoDKP, and then view the calculated point totals (either in program or in HTML) within a matter of a few seconds using only a few clicks of the mouse. The other main goal of AutoDKP is to simply provide a way to view RaidTracker data out-of-game. You may find it best to use AutoDKP for one goal, or both... it is up to you!

How does AutoDKP compare to other DKPsoft?

Many guilds use a WoW-modified version of EQDKP (EverQuest Dragon Kill Points). AutoDKP is quite different from EQDKP. AutoDKP is client-based, EQDKP is web-based. AutoDKP is meant to be used on the same computer that you run WoW on, while EQDKP is typically deployed to the guild website. The advantage of EQDKP is that the software is installed in only one location, and thus it can be managed centrally by a guild webmaster. The advantage of AutoDKP is that no website is needed, nor is any prior knowledge required on how to install/maintain the software on the website.

AutoDKP is a spreadsheet application that can be used as the whole point recording solution, or it can be used in conjuction with other mechanisms. For example, it can be used to calculate points so they can then be directly entered into EQDKP. Or, it can be used to generate HTML which can be imported into other spreadsheet applications. And of course, AutoDKP can be used to provide the entire point recording solution.

What are the system requirements?

What is Raid Tracker?

Raid Tracker is an Add-On that is used to track, among other things, loot drops during a raid. In order for AutoDKP to calculate points, Raid Tracker must be used to record all loot that drops during a given raid. Because of this dependency, Raid Tracker must not only be used, but you should know what it does and some of its features/quirks. Keep in mind the following:

How do I use AutoDKP to do points?

AutoDKP is a spreadsheet that allows you to do two main things:

  1. Defined and maintain point system settings and loot values.
  2. Automatically calculate points for raids.
When AutoDKP is first used, you must define your own point systems. Once you have defined your guild point system(s) (more than one point system can be simultaneously active), you may apply your point system towards any raid. AutoDKP reads from the Raid Tracker log file and uses this information along with your defined point system to automatically determine each player's points. There are five basic steps to using AutoDKP to calculate points:
  1. Select the raid you wish to record points for.
    You may choose among all raids that Raid Tracker knows of.
  2. Select the point system you wish to use.
    The point system defines such things as whether Boss Kill or Zero Sum formulas should be used, what the value of each loot is, and any special adjustments that should be allowed.
  3. Start points for the raid.
    When its time to sit down and record points, you must explicitly start points by push the start button (looks like a Play button from a VCR). This will set up a working table of points for you to modify.
  4. Import points from a previous raid.
    Importing points allows you to set the starting point values of the current raid to be the resulting total points from a previous raid. It is the key concept that allows raids to be linked together. Multiple chains of raids can be linked together, one per point system. Thus, if a guild has multiple point systems, all point systems can be managed simultaneously.
  5. Make adjustments, if necessary.
    You may set up special adjustment columns that give you the flexibility of entering in special adjustments, such as for recording bonus points for players who are not late, and who stay the duration of the raid.
  6. Lock points.
    After you finish calculating points, lock them. This effectively freezes point values, and is a key concept to maintaing an extended history of raid points. Though you may always unlock points for any given raid, it is a wise idea to keep points locked. This is because if you later change settings for loot or boss values, raid points that use these settings will not be affected. Thus, you can go back to any given raid, make adjustments, and not worry about new point settings changing the final totals for each player.
  7. Post points.
    AutoDKP exports points in HTML format, which can be copy and pasted to a guild website or to standard guild hosts such as GuildPortal. Or, the values from AutoDKP can be entered into any other DKPSoft, such as EQDKP.

What if multiple people keep track of points?

AutoDKP is designed to be easily sharable among those who might record points for a raid. There are usually a couple different approaches to this. One is to zip everything up and send the zip file. The other approach is to only share saved raid point files. The "save" directory includes all saved raid point files.

What are some other cool features of AutoDKP


Look & Feel

AutoDKP uses the amazing Substance Look & Feel.

https://substance.dev.java.net/


Donations

AutoDKP is freeware, enjoy completely unrestricted use!
I'm very grateful for any donations, and have set up a certified PayPal account for it.
Donations can be made from the AutoDKP web site:
http://blogs.sun.com/roller/page/autodkp