Professional Palm OS Programming
Palm OS has defined the standard for handheld and mobile devices
for nearly a decade, thanks to its convenience, power, and ease of
use. As the popularity of these devices continues to grow, so does
the demand for programmers to build original applications. This
book guides both aspiring and experienced programmers through the
ins and outs of creating software for Palm OS.
Covering nearly every aspect of Palm OS development, this useful
resource gets you started with the fundamentals, such as how Palm
OS works and the available development tools. You''ll then quickly
move on to new aspects of Palm OS, including the new Palm OS
Cobalt, the next generation operating system. Packed with hands-on
instructions, lots of code, and insider advice, this book will help
you make your applications work seamlessly.
What you will learn from this book
- The various multimedia functionalities for audio and video
recording and playback
- How to create applications that make use of TCP/IP
communications options
- New and updated coverage of Palm OS development tools,
including Metrowerks'' CodeWarrior®9.3 and the new PODS from
PalmSource
- Methods of programming system elements, graphics, and
alarms
- Techniques for storing, manipulating, and retrieving data
- An understanding of the very complex topic of conduit
programming and why it uses different tools
Who this book is for
This book is for experienced C programmers who are looking to
either start developing applications in Palm OS or who would like
to take their Palm OS skills to the next level.
Wrox Professional guides are planned and written by working
programmers to meet the real-world needs of programmers,
developers, and IT professionals. Focused and relevant, they
address the issues technology professionals face every day. They
provide examples, practical solutions, and expert education in new
technologies, all designed to help programmers do a better job.