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Aug 11, 2003, 10:12 AM
 
can you write in the cocoa framework using java? Also which language do you prefer java or obj-c?
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Aug 11, 2003, 10:37 AM
 
Originally posted by benguru:
can you write in the cocoa framework using java? Also which language do you prefer java or obj-c?
Of course. Just choose a java target in Project Builder.

As to choice, it's really a matter of opinion. I like the java language better, but Objective-C fits better into Apple's grand design and has better documentation.
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Aug 11, 2003, 11:26 AM
 
Originally posted by benguru:
can you write in the cocoa framework using java? Also which language do you prefer java or obj-c?
The choice between Java and Objective-C has been beaten to death in this forum. You might want to do some searches, given that those threads were pretty extensive.

My take on it is that, if you are developing for OSX and don't care about cross platform compatibility, then go with Objective-C. If you already know Java and don't feel like learning Objective-C then used the Java Bridge.

     
   
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