Cleveland Java Users Group February 11, 2009

Open to All
5:30pm – 6:00pm ~> Eat, Drink & Network
6:00pm – 6:15pm ~> Recap Previous Meeting & New Business
6:15pm - 8:00pm ~> Java JME Mobile Development Presentation /Randy Beiter Presentation

With an increasing emphasis on mobility, IT organizations are developing and deploying more mobile applications than ever. With a broad range of mobile operating systems, application frameworks, and developer tools to choose from, the importance of defining and executing the right mobile applications strategy can’t be overstated. In this months session, we will explore developer's options, key issues for software developers and IT organizations who need to understand how best to create and deploy applications software for the exciting new generation of smart mobile devices. We will focus on two popular options, Java ME and iPhone environments.

Java Platform, Micro Edition (Java ME) is a collection of technologies and specifications to create a platform that fits the requirements for mobile devices such as consumer products, embedded devices, and advanced mobile devices.


Initially introduced in the United States on June 29, 2007, the iPhone has quickly become one of the hottest mobile devices on the market. Randy Beiter will review the iPhone development environment and discuss what you need to begin with the iPhone SDK, including the development tools, technologies and processes necessary to create and deploy applications for iPhone.


Randy Beiter is the Chief Software Engineer at iNomadics, Inc. A self-proclaimed “lifetime technologist,” Randy is the co-inventor of two patented software processes. In addition he is a Sun-certified Java developer who has served in multiple capacities throughout his 15 year career including technical expert, project leader and mentor. Prior to joining iNomadics, Randy served as a Senior Software Engineer for Oracle Corporation, BEA Systems, and Flashline, Inc. and as a Systems Analyst for Book Stacks Unlimited which is recognized as the first online retail establishment. Randy graduated from Cleveland State University with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science.