Integrated learning objects

A method of preparing for the accomplishment of a task, said method comprising the steps of:

• generating user input on a computer, said user input including information pertaining to said task;
• training a user regarding how to perform said task, said training utilizing said user input;
• estimating the cost of materials required for said task;
• and
• purchasing said materials.

A computer-readable memory for prepare for the accomplishment of a task, said computer-readable memory configured so that it can be used to direct a computer:

• to gather and store information pertaining to at least one task;
• to provide a training module designed to train a user regarding how to perform said task;
• to provide an estimating module designed to estimate the cost of materials required for said task;
• to provide a purchasing module designed to facilitate the purchasing said materials;
• to access and retrieve said information pertaining to said at least one task;
• and
• to present said information pertaining to said at least one task to a graphical user interface.

A computer-readable data transmission signal containing a data structure, said computer-readable data transmission signal comprising:

• a first portion identifying a task-specific training module that a client is requesting from a server, wherein said client may receive interactive training and education regarding a task;
• a second portion identifying an estimating module, wherein said client may compile information relating to a cost associated with said task;
• and
• a third portion identifying a purchasing module, wherein said client may purchase any needed materials to complete said task;
• said training module, said estimating module, and said purchasing module each allowing communication between said client and said server.