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Anywhere Software designed a new code module, DBUtils, which is aimed specifically at helping developers of Android-based applications by simplifying common tasks related to databases. 

The new code makes the whole process of integrating SQLite databases into programs much easier.

DBUtils code module

 The DBUtils tutorial together with the addition of a charts framework and the tutorial for connection to MySQL databases assist enterprise users to easily develop powerful database driven applications. 
  
The new code includes methods to extract and display data from databases in a Spinner view, ListView view or as an Html table. 

It contains a set of methods for common SQL tasks and issues such as escaping strings and identifiers are handled automatically.

Users of the new DBUtils commented on the company's forum saying that they found it to be extremely useful. So for example one of the users said that this is "an amazing addition to an amazing product.  

Another user that he has ripped out about 30 percent of his rather inflexible code and replaced it with calls to DBUtils adding that he finds it to be "absolutely superb." 

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A new module, created by Anywhere Software, allows developers of Android-based applications to easily add a sliding panels feature to their new apps.

Android SlidingPanels

By using the Android Sliding Panels, developers can create a layout made of a number of panels, adding a cool and exciting feature to their apps. 

Currently, by using the Animation library, developers can animate single views and panels that hold other views. Adding the Android Sliding Panels code further simplifies the whole process.  

While using it, once a new application is loaded, the existing panel slides out and the new panel, with the application, slides in. As panels can load layout files, developers can create complex layouts by loading a different layout file for each panel.

Android Sliding Panels is made of two components.

• The Main activity 
• The Sliding Panels code module

Users need to add the Sliding Panels code module to their project and add a reference to the Animation library. The main activity code explains the several integration points required. In order to complete the process Animation library v1.02 is required. 

It is recommended to take a look at the code, even for developers who are not particularly interested in sliding layouts, as it demonstrates the power of custom types, which enable developers to easily group many objects.

The code module can be easily changed to meet specific requirements and can be used directly by touching the touch screen. 

TUTORIAL BASIC4ANDROID > Android apps made simple: New programming tool enables beginners to develop Android applications

Looking to enter the fast-growing market of Android-based applications, Robert  Brenner, CEO of Requio Web Design, an Okinawa, Japan-based studio specializing in constructing websites,  searched for the shortest and easiest way to start developing his own apps for Android devices. 

Requio Astronomy App

Brenner discovered Basic4andorid, a simple and powerful development environment for developers of Google Android-based applications. The new tool allows mobile application developers, including those who lack previous experience in creating Android apps, to easily develop advanced applications for the most advanced smartphones. 

Brenner started using Basic4andorid for developing new mobile applications in the fields of astronomy, sciences, GPS and eBooks. 

“Basic4android is a must for those wishing to create their own mobile phone apps in virtually no time. Basic4android provides you with the true look and feel of an Android phone, eliminating the need for learning Eclipse and Java,” said Brenner. “Moreover, both product support and the online community are outstanding.”

The Basic4android language is similar to Visual Basic with additional support for objects. All its compiled applications are native Android applications and there are no extra runtimes or dependencies. The software has already been downloaded by thousands of users, and has led to the creation of an active online user community, providing further support for the product. 

“With Google’s Android becoming the world’s leading smartphone platform, a growing number of  developers are looking for an easy and powerful way to develop public and private applications for Android-based devices,” said Erel Uziel, CEO of Anywhere Software. “Basic4android allows these developers to easily create native and market-compatible applications without having to write any XML, achieving a performance that is similar to Java written applications.

Anywhere Software offers a trial version for 30 days which can be downloaded free. After the trial period, Basic4andorid is now being offered at a special introductory price. The Standard Version, which includes two months of free upgrades, a Single developer license and full access to the forum, can be purchased for only $39. The Enterprise Version, which includes an additional two years of free upgrades, is being offered for $99.