RE: Dev tools for web-based apps

Val,  

While Oracle is looking at Java and JDeveloper, keep in mind that Oracle's own ERP package that is extremely huge and complex is mostly written in Forms. It started at F2.0, moved to 2.4 (a special version) and 4.5
(Client-Server) and is now at 6i and is deployed via the web. Oracle,
however, has started using Java a lot and I observe that this trend is on the increase, even within Oracle Apps. The bulk is in Forms still. I would consult with someone at Oracle for the long term plans for Forms. In your situation, I would recommend a mix of the two, as I think that works well in Apps. Fyi, you might look at using the AOL (Application Object Layer) for Apps - I believe you can purcahse/use this module on its own and develop on it.  

John Kanagaraj
Oracle Applications DBA
DBSoft Inc
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What development tools (Oracle Forms, Java/JDeveloper) are your shops using to deploy new applications to the web? Or what Oracle tool would you recommend to Developers?

My client is wanting to re-design an application (currently written in C) using Oracle Forms (partly due to a "shorter" learning curve with Forms.) The application will contain a great deal of complex business rules and consistency checks. I might add that product in production date is late 2005.

I have concerns about Forms' performance issues in running a huge applet and mainly Forms' life expectancy. It appears to me that Oracle's focus and future is with Java and JDeveloper.

Am I off base here?

Thanks in advance!
Val

Valerie H. Webber
Management Systems Designers, Inc
Database Administrator
valerie.h.webber_at_irs.gov
704-566-5321

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