Introduction

Welcome to JBuilder! This Quick Start provides an overview of the JBuilder integrated development environment (IDE). It helps you start using the product immediately, and it shows you where to find more detailed information about Java programming in JBuilder.


What is JBuilder?

JBuilder is a comprehensive group of highly productive tools for creating scalable, high-performance, platform-independent applications using the Java programming language.

Scalable and component-based, JBuilder is designed for all levels of development projects, ranging from applets to applications that require networked database connectivity to enterprise-wide, distributed, multi-tier solutions.

The JBuilder environment is 100% Pure Java. Any program written in Java can be run, debugged, and worked on from within JBuilder. JBuilder provides tools for developing programs using a variety of Java technologies, including:

JBuilder also provides developers with a flexible, open architecture that makes it easy to incorporate new JDKs, third-party tools, add-ins, and JavaBean components. OpenTools resources such as expanded JavaDoc commentary and Concept Documents make this easier.

For more information on what JBuilder can do, visit the Borland JBuilder web site at http://www.borland.com/jbuilder