JavaBuilder

JavaBuilder offers developers a unique approach to building web applications, using the UIDL method. The software employs Java applets and webstart applications to act as a browser environment, capable of interpreting both HTML and UIDL code. UIDL is essentially JavaScript with added extensions enabling access to the windowing system and remote communications.

UIDL provides significant benefits to developers. Firstly, it offers a "universal" client that allows applications written in UIDL to be run anywhere, whether in a browser or on desktop. This eliminates the need for application deployment or software upgrades. Secondly, it offers mechanisms for easy access to server-based resources. Applications can be modified to run with a UIDL interface without significant additions or changes to the underlying code. In many cases, application APIs can be exposed to facilitate remote communication.

Finally, UIDL provides an environment that encourages high developer productivity. As it is based on JavaScript, UIDL scripts can be written and tested quickly. Using a scripted language for the user interface promotes the separation of concerns, allowing developers with varying levels of experience to build the UI. This liberates senior developers to focus on the more complex server-side code.

In conclusion, JavaBuilder with UIDL offers an innovative solution for building web applications that offer flexibility, ease of deployment, and high productivity.