Instantiations CodePro Studio Brings Java Coding Best Practices to IBM WebSphere Development Tools

Business Wire, Sept 3, 2002

Business Editors/High-Tech Writers

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 3, 2002

Version 1.2 Adds Powerful New Features that Facilitate

Use of Industry Recommended Java Coding Practices

to IBM WebSphere Studio Development Tools

Instantiations, a leading provider of advanced Java(TM) development and deployment solutions, announced today that it has begun shipping CodePro(TM) Studio 1.2, a comprehensive suite of products that enhance IBM WebSphere(R) Studio and Eclipse development environments.

CodePro Studio helps ensure that Java developers deliver high-quality software in record time at reduced cost. By seamlessly integrating into WebSphere development environments, CodePro Studio delivers extreme productivity and the ultimate developer experience.

Best practices are techniques or methodologies that, through experience and research, have proven to reliably lead to a desired result. In software development, a best practice is a well-defined method that contributes to a successful step in product development. Throughout the software industry, several best practices are widely followed such as coding standards, quality control and descriptive documentation.

"By automating essential Java coding best practices, we are liberating developers from tedious activities and enabling them to spend time on the more creative aspects of software development," said Allen Wirfs-Brock, Chief Technology Officer, Instantiations. "A commitment to using best practices in software development is a commitment to using all the knowledge and technology at one's disposal to ensure success."

CodePro Studio products automate many repetitive tasks, dramatically improve user interfaces, and streamline development activities. CodePro Studio gives developers a rich set of tools that are packed with valuable features in the areas of usability, collaboration, deployment, transition and best practices. The new Java coding best practices include; Design Patterns, Code Audit, Code Metrics, Javadoc Repair, JUnit Test Generation and Method and Field Wizards. CodePro Studio is the perfect complement to IBM's most popular WebSphere development environments.

Pricing and Availability

The price per developer for CodePro Studio Application Developer is $695, CodePro Studio WebSphere Developer is $995 and CodePro Studio WebSphere Developer Migration Edition is $1,295. The upgrade is free to CodePro Studio customers who have a current support contract. For additional information or pricing on these products, please contact our sales department at 800/808-3737 or by email at sales@instantiations.com. The products and free 30-day evaluations may be downloaded immediately from the company's web site at http://www.instantiations.com/codepro.> About Instantiations

Instantiations, Inc. provides leading-edge software products, services, and technologies for Java. Through our industry partnerships with IBM, Rational and Eclipse.org, Instantiations ensures that our products integrate seamlessly with the latest development environments and platforms. Based in Portland, Oregon, Instantiations was founded by a team of internationally recognized pioneers in the field of component software technology. Instantiations can be reached at 800/808-3737. More information may be found at www.instantiations.com.

CodePro, VA Assist, jFactor and JOVE are trademarks of Instantiations, Inc. Java is a trademark of Sun Microsystems. IBM, WebSphere and VisualAge are registered trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Rational and ClearCase are registered trademarks of Rational Software Corporation. All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.