Palm OS Programming Bible [With CDROM and CD]

by Lonnon R. Foster

With complete coverage of the new Palm wireless and Web capabilities, this one-step reference shows programmers how to create next-generation applications for Palm OS devices using all the latest development platforms and tools. The author has tested the many code samples against all Palm OS versions right up to the new OS 3.5. The value-packed CD-ROM includes development tools, demos, and sample code.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0764546767
• ISBN13: 9780764546761
• Release Date: November 2000
• Publisher: Wiley
• Length: 893 Pages
• Weight: 3.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 2.2" x 7.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Indispensable

I've been a programmer for 10 years but was new to the Palm OS development environment when I bought this book. It shaved weeks off of my development time. While there is a huge amount of free Palm OS development information online, the online information is geared towards those that are already experienced in the field. There is a paucity of comprehensive, introductory information. This book serves that function excellently. Each topic is introduced in a very understandable manner, while also being discussed in great depth. When embarking on a new area of Palm Programming, this is a great place to start. Regarding the review beating up this book for lacking more examples and reference information, this type of information is amply supplied by PalmSource.com, user groups, and other sources, all for free and all in digital format. PalmSource.com alone released several reference volumes in searchable PDF format that are a great compliment. It would be a waste of paper to put it in this book.

Should be on your bookshelf,

Along with "Palm OS Programming: The Developers' Guide", this is a must have addition to your bookshelf if you wish to be proficient in devloping Palm applications. It is more up to date than the other book; but is complemtary to it. With the two books together, all aspects of Palm programming for the serious developer are handled. But beware, this is not a trivial beginners book.

Palm OS Programmer Must Read

This book covers both basic and advanced aspect of Palm OS Programming. The author is able to explain complex and difficult to understand items in a very simple and clear manner. A must read book for those who are planning to go into Palm OS programming world.

The Definitive Source

A great reference book, the Palm OS Bible covers areas such specialized topics as conduits, IrDA, and color. It's not for a beginner (I recommend Programming the Palm OS - From the Ground Up) since it isn't really in tutorial or walk-through format, but it is definitely a book that every Palm OS developer should have on the shelf.

Once you know some stuff this book is FANTASTIC!!

The PalmOS Bible really addresses development with the GNU tools like no other book. I use an alternative IDE called vfdide that is based on the GNU tools and this book really gave me the extra programming tips I needed. It is very easy to sit down and read this book. At 893 pages it can seem intimidating but it really is written in English. I should stress this is not a beginner book but it is a fantastic addition to my bookshelf. I'm at page 200+ and this book has already paid for itself and is working on paying for some of my other Palm Programming books in over all value.