GanTek Multimedia is a developer of custom multimedia software. We use a variety of media to dramatize software creations for training, education, presentations, kiosks, marketing and other applications.Our services are not limited to producing software for one vocation or type of organization. We can develop unique programs for students, technology companies, sales people, museums, financial institutions, retail establishments...virtually all types of organizations, their customers, and their employees.
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(10/13/07) - GanTek Multimedia Offers Articulate Studio Development Services
GanTek Multimedia now offers consulting and development services for organizations using Articulate Studio, including Presenter, Encore, and Quizmaker.(08/28/07) - Adobe Announces End of Development for Authorware
Adobe has decided to discontinue development of Authorware, the premiere eLearning tool. Despite this announcement, GanTek Multimedia plans to continue to assist organizations with their Authorware projects, including new projects and maintenance of existing code.(02/04/07) - Code Sample Demonstrating Control of Flash Video files in Authorware Now Available
Look on our downloads page for our newest example which shows how to load and control the playback of Flash Video files in Authorware 7. Download the file named flv_demo.zip(01/23/07) - GanTek Multimedia Awarded Contract to Develop Training for the California EPA
Today, GanTek Multimedia received a Letter of Intent from the California Environmental Protection Agency's Air Resource Board (ARB) to develop a web-based training program for the agency's employees.(10/13/06) - CBT Developer Contracts with GanTek Multimedia to Develop eLearning Course Player
A computer-based training company specializing in technical computer hardware and software course development has contracted with GanTek Multimedia to develop a hybrid CD/Internet course player to be used for their current and future courses. The player, to be developed in Authorware, will accommodate Adobe Captivate-generated interactive lessons as well as Flash Video presentations. An online database will also be developed to manage individual and corporate student enrollment, progress and performance records.(08/10/06) - GanTek Multimedia Develops Localized Video Player
GanTek Multimedia has developed a localized video player for a global technology company. This web-based tool was developed in Flash in conjunction with ML Multimedia. The player enables the organization to leverage new and existing English-language product and application videos for international markets.(07/21/06) - AASHTO Contracts for Additional CBT/WBT Programs
With the successful deployment of the Anti-icing/RWIS training program to transportation agencies across North America, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials has commissioned GanTek Multimedia to develop five more winter roadway maintenance training programs. These will be available to transportation agencies on CD-ROM and via the Internet.(03/03/06) - Windows Media Player 10 Example Posted
The Windows Media Player 10 ActiveX control provides numerous properties and methods for controlling movie files. Learn how to work with the WMP 10 control in Authorware by downloading our latest sample file, wmp10_demo.a7p, from our downloads page.(05/26/05) - Mac Deployment Paper Available
Having trouble getting your Authorware piece to run on the Mac? Visit our downloads page and scroll down to the 'Authorware Tips & Tricks' section to obtain the 'Mac Packaging Bits and Bites' document which discusses issues related to deploying Authorware applications on Macintosh operating systems.(03/13/05) - Captivate SWF Control Sample Available
Visit our downloads page for our newest Authorware 7 example. This sample code demonstrates a technique for controlling the playback of Captivate-generated SWF files. Download the file named captivate_control.zip. A small sample SWF is included in the zip.(11/20/04) - New Authorware 7 Code Sample Available Demonstrating Spreadsheet-Style Input Table
Look on our downloads page for our newest example which shows how to create a spreadsheet-style input table in your Authorware programs. Download the file named table_entry.a7p. This model can be used to implement and customize the table's dimensions, number of rows and columns, column widths, highlight color, etc. The code provides for flexible keyboard and mouse navigation, including a vertical scrollbar.(11/01/04) - AI/RWIS CBT Honored in New York Festivals
The Anti-icing/RWIS Training Program developed by GanTek Multimedia for AASHTO was recognized as a Finalist in the 2004 New York Festivals Interactive Awards in the Training category.(09/03/04) - Code Sample Demonstrating Control of Flash ActiveX in Authorware 7 Now Available
We have posted a new sample file on our downloads page demonstrating how to control external Flash (.swf) files from within Authorware 7.02. Download the file called flash_ax_demo.zip. This sample may prove particularly useful to those developers trying to play and control .swf files produced by Macromedia's RoboDemo product.(08/23/04) - 2004 AXIEM Awards recognizes AI/RWIS CBT
The 2004 AXIEM Awards notified GanTek Multimedia today that the Anti-icing/Road Weather Information Systems CBT we developed for the American Association of State Highway & Transporation Officials has won their interactive media training award.(08/23/04) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
Authorware's scrolling text panel does not support standard keyboard controls. See how to easily add this user accommodation by examining the example now available from our downloads page. Download the sample file called scroll_tricks.a7p.(04/20/04) - GanTek Multimedia awarded Silver in the 2004 Summit Creative Awards
The 2004 Summit Creative Awards notified GanTek Multimedia today that we have been awarded the Silver award for the AASHTO AI/RWIS CBT. The 2004 Summit Creative Awards received over 3000 entries from 20 countries.(11/01/03) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
Have you ever wanted to create a setup/installation program for your Authorware application? Take a look at Setup.a6p, now available from our downloads page. This template shows how you can implement a Full Install, Typical Install or Minimal Install; display a license agreement; check for required hardware capabilities and software components; create a program group or desktop icon; and detect whether the program has already been set up. The Setup template was presented last month at the TAAC 8 conference.(06/02/03) - Authorware 7 Announced
The latest version of Authorware includes a wealth of new features: improved interface, DVD support, import/export XML, import PowerPoint presentations, Javascript, Mac OS X player, and a powerful Learning Management System (LMS) Knowledge Object. Visit Macromedia's Authorware site to learn more.(05/01/03) - GanTek to Develop Product for Higher Education Market
GanTek Multimedia entered into an agreement today with an educational group to develop an interactive cross-platform reference tool for the higher education marketplace.(04/08/03) - GanTek Contributes Development Services to the Development Corporation for Children
A longtime supporter of children's causes, GanTek Multimedia has assisted the Development Corporation for Children by converting a 5-CD set of Windows learning programs to the Macintosh format for the Children's Science Network Pilot Project with Minneapolis Kids. GanTek Multimedia provided the programming for this effort at no cost.(10/31/02) - AASHTO Extends AI/RWIS CBT Customization Plans
The American Association of State Highway & Transportation Officials has contracted with GanTek Multimedia to begin customizing the Anti-icing/Road Weather Information Systems CBT that GanTek has developed for AASHTO. Over two dozen state agencies have signed up for a customized version of the CBT. Several provinces in Canada and at least two private organizations have expressed interest in a custom version of the program as well.(08/29/02) - New Article on Macromedia's Designer & Developer Center
Steve Gannon has written an article for the Macromedia Designer & Developer Center. The article, titled Enhancing Authorware 6 Applications With Microsoft Agent, introduces Authorware developers to the CallString method. This feature is included in Authorware 6's enhanced support of ActiveX controls. The article describes how the CallString method is used to implement the Microsoft® Agent control in Authorware.(08/29/02) - GanTek to Provide Consulting Services to Financial Services Organization
A prominent financial services company has contracted GanTek Multimedia to provide their training department with Authorware programming and general multimedia and electronic learning consulting services.(05/10/02) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
There are many program situations where it might be handy to know the color (RGB value) of the pixel that was clicked on. The Authorware code sample titled "GetPixelRGB.a6p" (available from the downloads page) demonstrates three such examples.(02/11/02) - Quicktime Implementation Sample Available
Authorware does not support the playback of Quicktime 3 (or later) movies through the movie icon. However, Quicktime movies can be played in Authorware using the Quicktime sprite icon. Because many developers have questions when scripting the Quicktime sprite, we have prepared a small sample program demonstrating the more common sprite commands. You can get the demo, titled "QT_Implementation.a6p", from the downloads page.(11/19/01) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
The latest release of Authorware (ver. 6) now more fully supports ActiveX controls. This is accomplished through the #CallString method. To demonstrate how to make use of this enhanced ActiveX support, we have prepared a sample program that accesses some of the more common features and functions of Microsoft Agent (no third party utilities required). You can get the demo, titled "Agent_Control_Demo.a6p", from the downloads page.(07/06/01) - WinCtrls.u32 discussion and demo updated
GanTek's demonstration program for the WinCtrls.u32 and our associated documentation has been updated to include a discussion of some of the potential problems you may encounter using the utility. Visit the downloads page and download the file called wctutor.zip to get the updated files.(04/01/01) - Steve Gannon to speak at TAAC6
Steve Gannon will be delivering two presentations at The Alternative Authorware Conference in Orlando this September. In the presentation called 'Flying Solo', Steve will discuss the rewards and challenges of Authorware consulting. In 'Exploring WinCtrls.U32', Steve will demonstrate how to implement the functions of the Windows Control UCD included with AW5.2.(01/31/01) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
If you have upgraded to Authorware 5.2 and would like to have a better understanding of WinCtrls.u32, we have posted a tutorial available from the downloads page. The tutorial includes both a reference document and code showing how to implement each of the controls and their associated properties, all without the need for the Knowledge Object.(01/05/01) - AASHTO selects GanTek to develop road weather training
GanTek Multimedia learned today that, in a nationwide search, the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials has selected our proposal over two dozen other competing firms to develop an Anti-Icing/Road Weather Information Systems computer-based training program to be used by road maintenance personnel across the U.S..(12/12/00) - GanTek provides consulting to Colorado Springs Police
GanTek Multimedia is assisting the Domestic Violence Enhanced Response Team (DVERT) -- a nationally recognized program of the City of Colorado Springs Police Department -- in identifying web site enhancements and computer-based training objectives and requirements.(12/12/00) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
We have posted a new Authorware code sample on the downloads page. DashLine.a5p demonstrates how to connect two objects with a dashed line. The objects can be at any angle to one another and the line remains intact even if you drag one of the objects.(08/28/00) - GanTek Multimedia to create promotional CD-ROM for PEDCO
GanTek Multimedia and the Pueblo Economic Development Corporation have entered into an agreement where GanTek will develop a multimedia promotional CD-ROM for PEDCO to distribute to business prospects worldwide. PEDCO is a private, not-for-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of the Pueblo, CO area to businesses and industries considering a new location or expansion.(08/28/00) - New Authorware Code Sample Available
We have posted a new Authorware code sample on the downloads page. Controls.a5p demonstrates how you can simulate common Windows controls (such as input forms, fixed and option list boxes, and spinners) within Authorware.(07/18/00) - GanTek awarded Silver in 2000 AXIEM awards
The 2000 Absolute eXcellence In Electronic Media awards program notified GanTek Multimedia today that we have been awarded the Silver (Finalist) award for our work with Hewlett Packard's Network System Test Division (now Agilent Technologies) in developing the HP Internet Advisor LAN CBT.
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