Introduction to BlackBerry Application Development

The BlackBerry platform supports a variety of application development methods. Each method has its own advantages, but all of these methods will help you take full advantage of the simple connection capabilities and strong security of the BlackBerry solution.

BlackBerry Web Development

BlackBerry Web Development is the best choice for developers who do not know about BlackBerry solutions but have rich experience in developing advanced applications.

◆ Create a browser-based application and deploy it with minimal effort

◆ Make full use of industrial standards from HTML to AJAX

◆ Push data to user devices to make full use of offline queues

The BlackBerry Web Development method uses Web standards and common tools such as Eclipse and Microsoft Visual Studio. You can make full use of your Web development expertise to develop Web applications for BlackBerry smartphones. By adjusting mobile Web applications to adapt to mobile device restrictions, such as screen size and bandwidth, You can further improve the attractiveness of your applications.

You can deploy an application using any of the following simple methods: Use the icon on the Home screen of the BlackBerry smartphone or direct the user to your mobile website. You can also select the deployment method that best suits your needs.
In addition, you can use industrial standard tools such as Eclipse and Microsoft Visual Studio to debug your mobile applications.

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Java application development method

Make full use of Java™The application development method provides unprecedented development flexibility, powerful functions, and control capabilities.

◆ Use MIDP 2.0, CLDC 1.1, or RIM's extensive UI library to create standard-based applications

◆ Work in various development environments, including Eclipse and NetBeans.

BlackBerry recommends that developers familiar with the Java application development process use Java application development methods. Developing applications in Java will help you create a wide range of powerful applications, including games and enterprise applications. You can choose to use the Eclipse Environment or the traditional BlackBerry Java Development Environment (BlackBerry JDE) for Development.

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