Re: Is anyone out there?

Chris Rehm wrote:

> Can we all kick in with a little info on what our interest level is in
> Java?
> 
> I already get two other lists about Java, one general and one advanced. I
> was hoping that this list would maybe get some discussion going
> specifically in the area of Java's effect on the midrange and of course
> some programming discussion about accessing AS/400 objects.
> 
> How many of you are familiar with the SF project? Any feedback on what you
> think it means for the future of Java?
> 
> I'll be happy to post until you wretch if you want my opinion on the
> subject.
> 
> Chris Rehm
Chris,
        Well from what I can gather from this list, Java is still a mystery to
most.  I am currently working in the Visual Age environment to build
simple Java classes.  While I am still attempting to differentiate
between the construction of an applet and an application, I am learning
to use the tools and contructs for developing code quickly.  I figure it
will take some time getting used to the change from procedural to object
oriented programming, however I am enrolling in a Java class offered by
a local community college in an effort to speed up the process.  From an
AS/400 standpoint, I think IBM has now made it possible to call RPG
programs from a Java application.  They are working on the reverse.  
        As for the San Fran project, I haven't heard much about it.  I do
remember reading about it some time ago, but it escapes me.  Maybe you
can give us an update.
Gary
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