Mobility Developer Newsletter: November 24, 2004

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Product and Technology Releases

JSR 228 Information Module Profile - Next Generation Early Draft Review
Defines a profile that will extend and enhance the "J2ME Information Module Profile" (JSR-195).

J2ME Wireless Toolkit 2.2 First Customer Ship
The J2ME Wireless Toolkit is a set of tools for creating Java applications that run on devices compliant with the Java Technology for the Wireless Industry (JTWI, JSR 185) specification. It consists of build tools, utilities, and a device emulator.
http://java.sun.com/products/
j2mewtoolkit/download-
2_2.html
in Japanese,
http://java.sun.com/products/
j2mewtoolkit/ja_download-
2_2.html

Viewpoint

Producing Enterprise Architecture: A Conversation with Sun's Dan Hushon, Part Two
In the final part of a two-part interview, Sun Microsystems' Dan Hushon talks about adaptive enterprise architectures, the market for developers, Java Centers of Excellence, and loosely coupled components.

Java Technology Blogs
Find out what James Gosling and other influential folks in the Java industry are saying about Java technology topics and more.

Industry News and Announcements

Sun Makes Blockbuster Solaris 10 Free of Charge For Commercial Use

Sun Posts Next Generation Of Java Source Code To Worldwide Development Community

November 24, 2004

Learn more about and get "hands-on" training for J2ME technologies through the following resources:

Technical Articles and Quizzes

Getting Started with SIP API for J2ME (JSR 180)
This article presents an overview of SIP, the Session Initiation Protocol (SIP), a signaling protocol used for establishing and controlling sessions on telecommunication networks based on the Internet Protocol.
Getting Started With the Mobile 3D Graphics API for J2ME
This tutorial introduces the Mobile 3D Graphics API for J2ME, JSR 184. The article presents an overview, potential application areas, the differences between JSR 184 and two related APIs, the classes in the new optional package, the programming model, the reference implementation, and some programming examples.
A Survey of J2ME Today
Gives a consolidated big picture survey of J2ME terminology and technical origins.
At-A-Glance Guide to Wireless Developer Programs
In our At-A-Glance Guide, see the highlights of developer support programs, including the Sony Ericsson Developer World global support program and web portal.

Technical Tips

What are the defined J2ME system property names?

Sun Developer Network Program News
Providing news and information of value to SDN users including product announcements, user group meetings, early access programs, and more.

Online Courses

Java Card Platform Digital Identity Reference Architecture
Learn how to combine the Java Card Platform and Liberty Federated Identity to provide low-cost, low-complexity digital identity in this new JavaOne Online session. Free PDF also available.
Tips for Advanced Java Technology Wireless Programming
Srikanth Raju and Bill Day present best practices and code samples for handling threads, memory management and security exceptions for the J2ME platform, as well as optimization and footprint reduction techniques.

Events

Developer Chat: Upgrade Your Mobile Development Tool
The next release of Sun's Mobility IDE includes fully integrated support for J2ME/MIDP development and new features that simplify mobile application development. Join Software Engineers Martin Brehovsky and Adam Sotona as they discuss what's new and exciting in the upcoming release. This free web chat is brought to you by the SDN Mobility Program.
Date: Tuesday, December 7, 2004
Time: 9:00am PT/17:00 UTC

Network Computing 04Q4 Web Event On-Demand
Watch the replay of Sun's quarterly web event.
See the Solaris 10 OS unveiled and more.
View now and access special offers.

Experience Oracle Openworld
December 5-9, Moscone Center, San Francisco
This year Oracle has combined two premier conferences, its business applications conference - Oracle AppsWorld - and its technology conference - OracleWorld - into one information-packed event you can't afford to miss.

Eighth Jini Community Meeting
December 7-8, The Brewery, London, United Kingdom
Jini Community Meetings are a great opportunity to learn more about what's happening with Jini technology and the Jini Community.

The 2005 JavaOne Conference
June 27-30, San Francisco, California
Plan Ahead: Get the education, training, and networking you need at the 2005 JavaOne conference. Watch for the Call for Papers, coming soon to the JavaOne conference website.

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