Backbase AJAX Java Edition Announced

May 15, 2006; 05:01 AM
Backbase, a leading provider of AJAX-based Rich Internet Application (RIA) software and solutions, announced availability of its new Backbase AJAX Java Edition. This latest software release enables the creation of richer, more powerful web user interfaces for Java applications. Java developers can now easily add AJAX interfaces to their new or existing applications and build powerful Single Page Interfaces (SPIs) that create a superior end-user experience.

The Backbase AJAX Java Edition is based on JavaServer Faces (JSF) and integrates with any type of Java technology, such as J2EE, Spring and Hibernate. Its four main components -- the Backbase AJAX client, the JSF Runtime server integration, over 35 pre-built rich GUI widgets and AJAX for Java developer tools -- take care of all the AJAX plumbing work and makes AJAX development fast and easy for Java developers. Tight integration with Eclipse for integrated development, deployment, testing and debugging allows developers to work on all phases of development without having to switch tools.

The most comprehensive AJAX development framework available for enterprises, the Backbase AJAX Java Edition:

    * Seamlessly integrates Backbase AJAX interfaces with any Java back-end
    * Utilizes open Internet standards on the client (XHTML, CSS, JavaScript,
      XML) and on the server (JSF, J2EE, XML)
    * Requires zero plug-ins and operates on all major browsers (IE, Firefox,
      Mozilla)
    * Works with any standard Java application server (Apache Tomcat, IBM
      WebSphere, BEA WebLogic, Oracle Application Server, JBoss)
    * Contains over 35 pre-built AJAX widgets (including source code)
    * Is easy to learn for Java developers who can reuse existing development
      skills (JSP, JSF)
    * Enhances productivity by integrating client- and server-side development
      within single IDE (Eclipse)
    * Comes with free online support and a fast growing AJAX developer
      community

"JSF is an ideal starting point for creating AJAX interfaces for Java applications capable of meeting today's demand for desktop-like user interfaces," said Mark Schiefelbein, Vice President of Product Development. "With our Backbase AJAX Java Edition, we are extending JSF and turning it into a powerful AJAX presentation framework, which is fully based on open standards."

The Backbase Java Server Edition is priced per CPU or with an OEM-model and is now generally available for purchase at http://www.backbase.com/#home/products/editions/java_edition.xml. Bundled with a comprehensive manual and Starter Kit, a 30-day trial version is also available at http://www.backbase.com/#dev/download/jse.xml. For additional information on Backbase or to check out the Backbase AJAX demos, please visit www.backbase.com.

About Backbase

Backbase is the leading provider of AJAX-based Rich Internet Application (RIA) software and solutions. Backbase software provides a comprehensive AJAX development framework that is based on open standards, easy to learn by developers and integrates seamlessly into existing IT environments. Developers use Backbase AJAX software to create rich applications that deliver a superior end-user experience. Founded in 2003, Backbase is headquartered in San Mateo, California and Amsterdam, The Netherlands.