Palm OS Programming Bible - Brossura

Foster, Lonnon R.

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ISBN 10: 0764546767 ISBN 13: 9780764546761

Casa editrice: John Wiley & Sons Inc, 2000

Riassunto

With complete coverage of the new Palm wireless and Web capabilities, this one-step reference shows programmers how to create next-generation applications for Palm OS devices using all the latest development platforms and tools. The author has tested the many code samples against all Palm OS versions right up to the new OS 3.5. The value-packed CD-ROM includes development tools, demos, and sample code.

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L'autore

About the Author Lonnon R. Foster is a freelance programmer who has spent the past seven years creating desktop applications, database front ends, Web sites, communications software, technical documentation, and handheld applications. He has been developing Palm OS applications almost as long as the platform has existed, starting with his first Pilot 5000. Lonnon fills his sparse free time with tactical tabletop gaming, recreational Perl coding, and reading everything he can get his hands on.

Dalla quarta di copertina

If the Palm OS(r) can do it, you can do it too... Leverage the power and versatility of the Palm OS with this comprehensive guide! Whether you're a corporate developer looking for new ways to distribute information to your mobile workers or a programmer interested in maximizing the capabilities of Palm OS devices, this book will help you get there. Your guided tour begins with solid explanations of the Palm OS, which powers Palm handhelds, the Handspring(TM) Visor(TM), and the new Sony(r) Clié(TM), among other devices. You then get step-by-step instructions on writing applications, including detailed tips on everything from using the latest development tools for streamlining your programming to making the most of the hot new wireless Web features. Inside, you'll find complete coverage of Palm OS programming
* Customize your user interface with alerts, pop-up triggers, and more
* Build forms and menus with Constructor
* Master compiling and linking in CodeWarrior(r) or with GNU tools
* Sync apps with desktop computers through conduits
* Create, retrieve, and modify database information
* Maximize Palm OS power usage and memory
* Transfer data by beaming, using a serial port, or accessing the Internet
* Develop Web clipping apps
Bonus CD-ROM includes:
* Trial versions of Satellite Forms and Pendragon(TM) Forms
* PocketC Compiler 3.5
* Symbol Palm Terminal Software Development Kit
* Demo version of CASL
* LispMe
* Plus author-created code and examples from the book
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Dettagli dell?edizione

• Editore: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Data di pubblicazione: 2000
• ISBN 10: 0764546767
• ISBN 13: 9780764546761
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Lingua: Inglese
• Numero di pagine: 936