Start learning to develop Java Mobile software

I have been a long time user of the Eclipse Integrated Development Environment. I use it for Java and PHP projects. I like the various plugins that you can install to make development life easier plus version control is already included for both CVS and SVN repositories.

There are plugins for synching your project files with other copies of the files located elsewhere. Database management plugins are available that helps you easily manage your test databases whether it’s Oracle, MySQL or some other databases. There are design plugins also but some cost $.

A while back, I tried setting it up for Java Mobile development to start learning how to create J2ME software. I was able to start creating my own java midlets but had to stop because of too many other priorities.

Anyway, now that I have put up Javamidlet.com, I thought it might be a good time to continue learning how to create J2ME applications. Recent developments in NetBeans got me curious to I got an updated copy of the IDE. It is really amazing what the NetBeans guys have done with the IDE. Although I have not delved into it’s nitty gritty stuff, it’s very integrated and easy to use. Examples abound, so it wouldn’t be hard to start creating an application.

If you’re just starting to learn how to create J2ME applications, I suggest you download a copy of NetBeans, install it and you’re ready!

Head on to Sun’s Developer web site and read the tutorials available. That should get your feet wet.