The letter E was a bit easier to code and probably what I should have
tried for first. I contemplated using some variables for the different
side lengths, but with each command only appearing 2 or 3 times, I
wasn't sure if it was worth it and it almost seemed like it would add
more complication. I'll try some more helper functions and variables
with the next letter.
The capital letter A turned out to be a bit tougher than I expected.
After drawing the letter on graph paper, I realized the angles would not
all be 45 degrees, so I used some trigonometry to figure out the angle.
This got more difficult in the inner part of the A, but I was still able
to define this angle. For the horizontal parts in the middle of the A,
I had to trial and error the distances, because it was hard to tell
exactly where I was on the grid, but overall I think the letter turned
out well. I think I'll try something with more linear motions for the
next letter and then maybe some more diagonals and maybe a curve for
the last 2 letters.
Chris Mekelburg
cmekelburg