PocketBuilder Features

• RAD IDE - PocketBuilder delivers the first real 4GL development environment for mobile development. Based on the same best-in-class rapid application development (RAD) platform that PowerBuilder developers have relied upon for more than a decade, mobile developers now have the benefit of time-tested, proven technology. Drag-and-drop programming and minimal coding really define RAD, and now it's finally available for mobile development.
• Patented DataWindow Technology - This technology is so powerful it's patented. It enables developers to build data-driven applications quickly and easily, and lets them incorporate sophisticated display formatting and data manipulation capabilities for mobile users - all without coding.
• SQL Anywhere - The market-leading mobile database is in the box, providing the best possible solution for creating and deploying database-powered mobile enterprise applications.
• MobiLink - With wizard-driven programming, developers use iAnywhere's MobiLink technology for easily implementing complex data synchronization. Now you can be sure mobile users have the most up-to-date data possible.
• Phone and SmartPhone Support - Build applications that allow users to make a voice or data call right from the application using a Pocket PC phone edition or SmartPhone device. Native support for phone SMS (short message service) means you can quickly and easily add a new dimension of communication and flexibility to your applications.
• GPS Support - Easily write applications that communicate with Bluetooth unit Global positioning system (GPS) devices, such as those manufactured by Pharos and TomTom.
• Digital Camera Support - Build applications that utilize digital imaging as part of the data needed in the application. Easily code for mobile users with devices that have cameras built in, as well as plug-in digital cameras
• Native Support for Scanner Devices – The abstraction of complex APIs simplifies application development for integrating with the HP Biometric Scanner, enabling developers to build applications with enhanced security. Support is also included for the Symbol PPT-2800/8800 Barcode Scanners. PocketBuilder also provides support for Socket's In-Hand Scan Card laser scanner devices.
• Print Directly from Applications - PocketBuilder always provided support for printing from your applications directly, even before Microsoft made it available!
• Simplified Integration with Device – There’s integration with native Task, Contact, Appointment and Calendar systems. Easily create custom items on the PocketPC's "Today Screen."
• Improved Ease of Use – New properties in the Environment Object for determining a trusted environment, the ability to access and set screen orientation, and a variety of Project Painter changes like digitally signing your code with your security certificate are some of the many other new features in this release. We've even enhanced our conversion wizard so you can now bring PowerBuilder 9 and 10 targets into PocketBuilder