IBM's VisualAge Tools Deliver Java from Soup to Nuts



IBM's unrivaled commitment to Java continues with the recently announced availability of VisualAge for Java and related application development tools
-- Here's a quick overview --

Whether you're in the market for a production-ready tool capable of integrating legacy applications with Java, or you're a content provider interested in constructing Web pages from pre-built Java components, IBM has a product to fit your needs. No matter what your development goals or level of Java expertise, IBM's VisualAge products deliver the productivity and cross-platform benefits of Java you're looking for with the ease of use you can expect from the world's top-ranked software provider.

  • VisualAge for Java
    Available for OS/2 Warp Version 4, Windows 95 and Windows NT, VisualAge for Java is the first industrial-strength Java environment designed specifically for enterprise application development. Developers have two versions of the product to choose from:

    • Professional Edition
      Priced at just less than US$99, this edition boasts features including incremental compile and debug, automatic version control, 100% Pure Java generation, and JDK 1.1.1 (JavaBeans) support.

    • Enterprise Edition
      Includes all professional edition features plus built-in team management support and automatic code generation for connections between Java clients, relational databases, and transaction systems (CICS).

    You can order your copy VisualAge for Java today or evaluate an entry-level version of the product for free.

  • Lotus BeanMachine
    Lotus BeanMachine, available for Windows 95 and Windows NT, is a visual construction tool non-programmers can use to create compelling Web-based applications from pre-fabricated Java components. Users can point-and-click their way to multimedia, interactive forms, and more – without having to write a single line of code. Purchase BeanMachine online.

  • VisualAge WebRunner
    The VisualAge WebRunner toolkit delivers the very latest in components, frameworks, and wizards for Java development. You'll find tools like BeanFactory, a JavaBeans construction wizard, and the JavaBeans Migration Assistant for ActiveX, a utility that helps ActiveX developers take advantage of the cross-platform power of Java. WebRunner resources are designed to work seamlessly with VisualAge for Java on Windows 95 and NT platforms, enabling developers to extend and customize their environments. Download free trial versions of WebRunner Toolkit products and see for yourself.

  • VisualAge for e-business
    VisualAge for e-business, slated for 3Q 1997 availability, is a combination of four best-of-breed tools designed to meet the requirements of developers seeking a total solution for e-business application development. This powerful, integrated tool suite includes VisualAge for Java and VisualAge WebRunner toolkit; Lotus BeanMachine; and NetObjects Fusion.


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