TakeFive Software Announces Support for the Next Release of the Java Development Kit; JDK 1.2 Software Enhances Functionality for SNiFF+J.CUPERTINO, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 8, 1998--TakeFive Software, the premier provider of Source Code Engineering(TM) (SCE SCE (in Scotland) Scottish Certificate of Education SCE n abbr (= Scottish Certificate of Education) → Schulabschlusszeugnis in Schottland ) solutions for large-scale development projects, today announced that SNiFF+J, the Java version of the company's SCE solution SNiFF+, will provide full support for the next release of Sun Microsystems, Inc.'s Java(TM) Development Kit (JDK (Java Development Kit) A Java software development environment from Sun. It includes the JVM, compiler, debugger and other tools for developing Java applets and applications. Each new version of the JDK adds features and enhancements to the language. (TM) version 1.2). SNiFF+J provides Java developers with a powerful, integrated source code comprehension tool for large, enterprise-level development projects by individuals or development teams. By providing an easy-to-use graphical interface for source code browsing, navigation, and comprehension, SNiFF+J simplifies the management of millions of lines of source code. The next release of the JDK provides a rich feature set of new class libraries and tools, making it easier than ever for SNiFF+J developers to create portable, distributed, enterprise-class applications. Sun's announcement of the availability of the next version of the JDK was made today during the Java(SM) Business Expo(SM) in New York. "Version 1.2 of the JDK provides Java developers with the richest environment available for creating enterprise solutions," said Mark Pittman, vice president of marketing, TakeFive Software. "The latest version of the JDK will expand and enhance the multi-platform capabilities of SNiFF+J, and support the Java promise of write once, run anywhere." "TakeFive Software recognizes the real business value that the Java platform, particularly the next release of the JDK, holds for the enterprise," said Jon Kannegaard, vice president and general manager of the Java platform at Sun Microsystems, Inc.'s Java Software. "We are delighted to see TakeFive underscore its commitment to the Java platform and to the advancement of Java technology." The SNiFF+J debugger includes a threads viewer and graphical data browser for efficiently debugging large, corporate-wide Java applications. Offering full support for Java inner classes, the SNiFF+J browsing system enables the analysis of anonymous classes, which provides full analysis of Java beans and components. JDK 1.2 will enable TakeFive to extend the multi-platform capabilities of the SNiFF+J debugger to perform seamlessly on all Java virtual machines This article provides non-exhaustive lists of J2SE Java virtual machines (JVMs). It does not include a large number of Java Platform, Micro Edition (J2ME) vendors. Note that J2EE runs on the standard J2SE JVM but that some vendors specialize in providing a modified JVM optimized . SNiFF+J currently integrates with all popular development tools, including editors, CMVC CMVC - Configuration Management Version Control from IBM. tools, compilers and debuggers, enabling developers to use their favorite tools in conjunction with SNiFF+J. Pricing and Availability SNiFF+J, with support for JDK 1.2, will be available from TakeFive Software in the second quarter of 1999. SNiFF+J is currently available in two licensing options -- a single-user, Windows node-locked license is available for $1,750 per license; a multiple-user, single-platform license is available for $2,795 per license. SNiFF+J is also available in a cross-platform package for $3,295. About SNiFF+ SNiFF+ is the premier source code engineering tool for large-scale development projects and teams. It provides an integrated collection of source code analysis, browsing, navigation, comprehension, editing, make, and configuration management tools for C, C++, FORTRAN, Java, and CORBA (Common Object Request Broker Architecture) A software-based interface from the Object Management Group (OMG) that allows software modules (objects) to communicate with each other no matter where they are located on a private network or the global IDL (1) (Interface Definition Language) A language used to describe the interface to a routine or function. For example, objects in the CORBA distributed object environment are defined by an IDL, which describes the services performed by the object and how the data developers. With support for Windows and all major UNIX UNIX Operating system for digital computers, developed by Ken Thompson of Bell Laboratories in 1969. It was initially designed for a single user (the name was a pun on the earlier operating system Multics). platforms, SNiFF+ enables developers in cross-development and heterogeneous development environments to use the same tool set and GUI (Graphical User Interface) A graphics-based user interface that incorporates movable windows, icons and a mouse. The ability to resize application windows and change style and size of fonts are the significant advantages of a GUI vs. a character-based interface. , reducing programmers' learning time and enhancing productivity. SNiFF+ combines high-performance -- based on its unique Fuzzy Parsing(TM) technology -- and scalability with an intuitive and easy-to-learn graphical user interface graphical user interface (GUI) Computer display format that allows the user to select commands, call up files, start programs, and do other routine tasks by using a mouse to point to pictorial symbols (icons) or lists of menu choices on the screen as opposed to having to . SNiFF+ has been widely deployed by major corporations in the financial services, telecommunications and computer industries, as well as in large development departments of other industries. SNiFF+ is deployed by Fortune 500 and Global 1000 companies and has been adopted by over 25,000 developers worldwide. About TakeFive Software TakeFive Software is the premier provider of Source Code Engineering (SCE) solutions for large-scale development projects. TakeFive Software's tools and services enable programming teams to quickly understand and develop complex software systems, resulting in shortened development cycles and higher quality software. Established in 1992, the company's headquarters are in Salzburg, Austria and Cupertino, California, with offices in France, Germany and the United Kingdom. TakeFive Software is a wholly owned subsidiary Wholly Owned Subsidiary A subsidiary whose parent company owns 100% of its common stock. Notes: In other words, the parent company owns the company outright and there are no minority owners. of Integrated Systems Inc. (NASDAQ NASDAQ in full National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations U.S. market for over-the-counter securities. Established in 1971 by the National Association of Securities Dealers (NASD), NASDAQ is an automated quotation system that reports on : INTS INTS Interdisciplinary Studies INTS International Neurotrauma Symposium INTS Integrated NIMA Telecomm System INTS Improved Night Targeting System ), a leading provider of software tools for embedded systems. For more information, contact TakeFive Software at 1-800-418-2535 or http://www.TakeFive.com. Sun, Sun Microsystems, Java and JDK are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sun Microsystems Inc. in the United States and other countries. |
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