Date: Thu, 9 Sep 1999 14:39:47 -0400 From: Jeff CrystalTo: lwn@lwn.net Subject: NetBeans and Tendril Integrate UML Tools Into IDE NetBeans and Tendril Software Integrate IDE and UML Tools for Server-Side Java Development September 9, 1999 Westford, MA - NetBeans and Tendril Software today announced the joint availability of their integrated modeling and development solution. With this integration, developers can visually design UML (Unified Modeling Language) models for robust distributed applications while inside the IDE. Any changes made to either the Java source or UML diagrams are immediately reflected in the other. Developers can then rapidly construct, deploy and debug with leading application servers and CORBA ORBs. Tendril's StructureBuilder, a model-based component and application development tool, is available as a plug-in module to NetBeans Developer 3.0 IDE (Integrated Development Environment), which is currently in public Beta. Users can access the products from either company's website: http://www.netbeans.com or http://www.tendril.com . "As Java development expands into the enterprise, UML will be crucial in helping developers construct well-designed distributed systems and understand non-visual server-side logic," said Roman Stanek, CEO of NetBeans. "StructureBuilder is a powerful tool that will help corporations build better applications that meet the demands of Internet development cycles." Both NetBeans and Tendril develop completely in Java, allowing them to create a seamless and dynamic integration. Some of the features of the integration include: -- Developers can model both the static and dynamic elements of their application within the IDE -- The model and the source code are completely synchronized - changes to one appear instantly in the other -- HTML documentation is available with a single mouse click -- Developers can access diagrams and open packages from inside NetBeans explorer -- Using NetBeans repository, entire class hierarchies can be accessed and displayed in the model window "The exclusive use of Java and the extraordinary cooperation between our two development teams allowed us collectively to create an integration that provides tremendous value to enterprise Java developers," said Neeraj Sangal, President of Tendril. "NetBeans is a full-featured cross-platform IDE that provides an ideal environment for this complete integration." NetBeans Developer 3.0 is a modular Java integrated development environment (IDE). Written in Java 2, it runs on any Java 2 enabled platform such as Windows, Solaris, or Linux. Developer 3.0 is designed for client-side development of Java applications and has a complete feature set for integrated visual design, editing, compilation, and source-tracked debugging. The upcoming Developer 3.0 Pro powers developers' production of database and servlet applications as well as supporting XML. Developer 3.0 Enterprise Edition merges support for EJB, CORBA, RMI, and JNDI into a single object-oriented environment with team support. Through wizards and templates, Enterprise speeds up the development and deployment of distributed applications, while the underlying object technology automatically keeps the interfaces and implementations synchronized. Developer 3.0 is currently in Beta and will be in full release later this summer. StructureBuilder 3.2 is available in three enterprise versions. StructureBuilder Enterprise allows developers to specify and display the relationships between objects, graphically develop complex object models, and generate customized code for their applications. StructureBuilder Enterprise also supports the creation and extension of JavaBeans(tm) and Enterprise JavaBeans(tm). StructureBuilder Enterprise Pro adds to the Enterprise version by allowing the developer to build UML Use Case and Sequence Diagrams with an easy to use interface. StructureBuilder Enterprise Pro-SM adds Sequence Methods to Enterprise Pro. This technology allows a programmer to develop working code from Sequence Diagrams. About NetBeans, Inc. NetBeans is a leader in bringing the latest Java technologies to the desktops of developers. Founded in August of 1997, NetBeans develops and markets cross-platform integrated development environments (IDEs). NetBeans distributes its products globally through the Internet, a growing network of ISVs, and through OEM agreements with other leading Java vendors. NetBeans is a privately held company whose investors include Esther Dyson, CEO of EDventure Holdings (see http://www.edventure.com/bios/esther.html) and Windcrest Partners, a private New York venture capital firm. About Tendril Software, Inc. Tendril Software, Inc. develops and markets programmer productivity tools for the professional Java software developer that help create business objects and applications faster, modify them more easily, reuse them more readily and communicate them more effectively through innovative visual technology. Tendril's StructureBuilder 3.2 suite of products are model-based component and application development tools for enterprise Java that save significant developer time by automating the object design and code generation of Java programs and components. A privately held company, Tendril has strategic partnerships with NetBeans, Symantec, Sun Microsystems, Inprise, IBM, and Computer Associates and sells its products on its web site (http://www.tendril.com) and through select resellers. Note to editors: NetBeans is a trademark of NetBeans, Inc. StructureBuilder is a trademark of Tendril Software, Inc. Sun, Sun Microsystems, Java, 100% Pure and JDK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners. Contact Information: Jeff Crystal jeff.crystal@netbeans.com tel: +(4202) 3308.5100 fax: +(4202) 3308.5199