This article from the March 2002 edition of Dr. Dobb's Journal is about developing Linux-based applications for handheld devices using the Trolltech's C++ GUI Qt/Embedded toolkit. Matthias Kalle Dalheimer and Steffen Hansen write . . .

“When developing software for handheld computers such as the iPAQ, Palm, and Visor, you often face challenges that are at odds with each other. On one hand, users expect applications with resource-hungry GUIs that can be manipulated via stylus, virtual keyboard, and the like. On the other hand, you must contend with the space and processing constraints that are normal in the embedded world. In part due to issues such as these, Linux is increasingly becoming the preferred platform for embedded devices such as handheld computers. Not only is Linux resource friendly (and because these systems have little Flash and RAM, they need a resource- friendly solution) but it is also cost effective (there are no per-device royalties required when using Linux). In this article, we look at how you develop Linux-based applications for handheld devices using the Trolltech's C++ GUI Qt/Embedded toolkit, available for embedded devices under both the GPL and commercial licenses for UNIX/X11 and Linux . . .”

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