Patent ID: 7033179
Filing Date: 2006-04-25
Classification: G09B

Abstract:
1. A method for training a user of software for programming a programmable logic controller, comprising the steps of: providing to the user a training hyperlink option in response to the user encountering difficulties with programming the programmable logic controller; communicating information automatically over a communications network, in response to selection of the training hyperlink option, wherein the information communicated automatically pertains to the difficulties encountered by the user; and linking the user to customized training resources addressing the difficulties based on the information communicated over the communications network, so as to provide the user solutions to the difficulties, assisting the user to proceed with programming the programmable logic controller, wherein the information further comprises data indicating at least one particular error made by the user, and wherein the information is used to compile statistics in order to determine which of the parts of the software cause more difficulties and which parts less difficulties.