Borland JBuilder 6 Personal

Borland JBuilder 6 Personal Review

I don't know if I'd buy this from Amazon, Borland usually makes the Personal edition free after a while. I've been using JBuilder since 4.0 and though it's not perfect it is currently the best Java IDE around.
On Windows and Linux it's been very stable. If there are problems with stability (as the previous user indicates) I would suspect the OS X JDK. I'm not a really big fan of thier new installation hoops either.
The modal screens problem does suck but after programming some Java GUI I can see why it's this way and I'm sure Borland will fix it when the JDK allows them to.
Why do I like it?
it compiles FAST
the debugger very nice
the "find definition" feature is super nice
when I want the ide to be able to do something there's usually iether a way to do it or an add-on from a third party that does it (mobileset from borland, mousewheel support on the second CD in the box).

Why don't I like it?
the editor should be able to fold, and I'd really like to see macro support (it doesn't seem like they've done much with the editor since JB4).
Installation can be a pain (esp. on Linux), the new license stuff does seem really invasive.

Borland JBuilder 6 Personal Overview

Borland JBuilder 6 Personal offers a comprehensive, cross-platform environment for learning Java programming and visually developing Java applications for personal use. With an integrated editor, debugger, compiler, visual designers, wizards, sample applications, tutorials, multimedia training, and support for Java standards, JBuilder 6 Personal makes learning Java easy. Develop on Microsoft Windows, Linux, Solaris, and Mac OS platforms.

Build Java applications rapidly using the Borland AppBrowser IDE, graphical debugging, a robust source code editor, compiler, visual designers, wizards, and more. Create JavaBeans instantly with BeansExpress. Speed coding and reduce syntax errors with CodeInsight. Get started quickly using the included computer-based training lessons, tutorials, and documentation. JBuilder 6 Personal is a fully functional version of JBuilder, designed specifically for personal, non-commercial use.

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