📓 Theory Notes

Comprehensive theory reference for Paper 4 chapters: bitmap vs vector comparison table, colour systems (RGB, CMYK, HSB, HEX), image resolution (72 DPI vs 300 DPI), file formats (JPEG/PNG/GIF/TIFF/BMP), animation types comparison (cel, stop motion, time lapse, flip book, CGI), key animation terms (frame, keyframe, tweening, stage, FPS, motion path, orient to path, easing, alpha, morphing, loop). Covers all 4.1 and 4.2 theory summary sections.

Complete JavaScript reference for Paper 4 Task 4: HTML/JS structure, getElementById, common style properties, functions (named/parametered/self-invoked), HTML events (onclick/onchange/onmouseover/onkeydown/onload/oninput), show/hide (visibility vs display), innerHTML and pop-ups, variables and data types, arithmetic/comparison/logical/ternary operators, selection (if/else/switch), string manipulation methods, loops (for/for-in/while/do-while), arrays and methods, setTimeout/setInterval, working with images, reading user input. Includes Quick Reference and Summary Checklist.

Cambridge 9626 Paper 1 Theory — Complete Revision Handbook. Covers all 11 AS-Level Topics with keywords, diagrams, pseudocode algorithms, flowcharts, mark-scheme patterns, and exam tips. Sessions FM2026–MJ2021 (7 sessions). 67 pages.

Cambridge 9626 Paper 2 Complete Study Guide for the 2.5-hour Practical Examination. Covers Spreadsheets (Topic 8), Databases (Topic 10), Audio & Video (Topic 11). Full formula reference, past-paper worked examples, test plans. Sessions m21–w25. 69 pages.

Cambridge 9626 Paper 3 Advanced Theory — Complete Question-Type Guide. Taxonomy of all Paper 3 question types, answering strategies, DFD/flowchart/system diagrams, JavaScript code patterns, data models, scenario analysis. Sessions FM2026–MJ2021. 45 pages.

Cambridge 9626 Paper 4 Advanced Practical — Complete Revision Guide. Covers Task 1 (Spreadsheet), Task 2 (Graphics/SVG), Task 3 (Animation), Task 4 (JavaScript). Step-by-step walkthroughs for W25, W24, S23, W23 sessions. 80 pages.

Dedicated JavaScript reference guide for Paper 4 Task 4. Covers: variables, data types (number/string/boolean/array/object), functions, conditionals, loops, DOM manipulation (getElementById, innerHTML, style), HTML event handlers (onclick/onload/onchange/onmouseover), setTimeout, form validation, and dynamic CSS. Includes annotated code examples from past Paper 4 JavaScript tasks. Source: Chapter21_JavaScript_Guide.pdf — teacher-authored.

Consolidated model answers document covering Paper 4 October/November 2023 all tasks. Includes worked solutions with Adobe Photoshop and GIMP dual-pathway instructions. Suitable for self-study and teacher reference. Source: 9626_04_ModelAnswers_Guide.pdf — teacher-authored.

Comprehensive PDF revision guide for Paper 4 Advanced Practical. Covers all 4 task types: Task 1 Spreadsheet, Task 2 Graphics/SVG, Task 3 Animation, Task 4 JavaScript. Includes: vector vs bitmap comparison, SVG element reference, Adobe Photoshop/Animate tool mapping, JavaScript DOM cheat sheet, time allocation strategy, and worked examples from W25/W24/S23/W23 sessions. Source: Cambridge_9626_P4_Complete_Guide.pdf — teacher-authored.

Step-by-step guideline for Paper 4 Task 2 graphics creation using Adobe Photoshop. Part 1: Selection tools, layer masks, blending modes, content-aware fill, healing brush, colour adjustments. Aligned to past-paper task requirements from W23, W24, W25 sessions. Source: Guideline_Graphics_Creation_01.pdf — teacher-authored.

Step-by-step guideline for Paper 4 Task 2 graphics creation. Part 2: Advanced compositing — multi-layer composition, smart objects, perspective warp, filter effects, export settings for exam submission. Aligned to past-paper requirements from W23, W24, W25 sessions. Source: Guideline_Graphics_Creation_02.pdf — teacher-authored.