Developing Modules for the Forte For Java IDE v 3.0

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Introduction

NetBeans is an open source, integrated development environment  (IDE) typically used for application development projects. Forte for Java, Community Edition is a closed source IDE based on the APIs of the NetBeans platform.

This tutorial presents a guide for module developers at all levels, targeting the Forte for Java, Community Edition v 3.0. The code samples in the trails below are compatible with NetBeans v 3.2. Up-to-date information on module development for the NetBeans IDE is available on NetBeans.org.

The objectives of this tutorial are to introduce module developers to the Open APIs of the NetBeans architecture and to demonstrate how these APIs can be used to integrate external developer tools with either NetBeans or Forte for Java. A substantial knowledge of the Java programming language is assumed.

Modules extend the functionality of the IDE in accordance to the intentions of the module developer; from installing a menu item into the IDE to integrating it with a major external tool, such as a profiling suite.

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