"Referentia for JBuilder," which is a separate product from JBuilder, was designed for software engineers, MIS directors, programmers, applications developers and website designers interested in acquiring cutting-edge visual development techniques for Java using Borland JBuilder. The system's unique extensibility lets users add future volumes of content to their library of built-in JBuilder tutorials. On installation, the Referentia system provides a wealth of tips, tricks and training using narrated lesson animations to teach JBuilder techniques. The system launches from JBuilder's Help menu and includes a powerful "Try It" feature that allows users to work directly in JBuilder while following along with textual and/or narrated step-by-step instructions.

"The best way to get developers up and running quickly with JBuilder 2 is by putting training right into the product. Referentia offers one of the most advanced, integrated approaches available," said Zack Urlocker, Borland's vice president of marketing. "We selected Referentia because its products have a proven track record for quality and innovation, and because its system is both extensible and integrated."

"Because JBuilder 2 has so much to offer Java programmers, we developed a learning system that will help users get the most out of the product by providing detailed, real-life productivity training," said Bill Kern, president of Referentia Systems. "The Referentia system is designed to get people up to speed fast, while encouraging exploration and advanced learning. Future volumes of the 'Referentia for JBuilder' series will plug right into the system and expand it with advanced productivity training."

Borland JBuilder 2 is the newest in a family of highly-productive, visual development tools for creating high-performance, platform-independent applications using the Java programming language. JBuilder's scalable, component-based environment is designed for all levels of "Information Network" development projects ranging from applets and applications that require networked database connectivity to client/server and distributed, enterprise-class systems.

The JBuilder product family features fast and easy JavaBeans component creation, a scalable database architecture, robust visual "Two-Way" development tools, and the ability to produce "100% Pure Java" platform-independent applications, applets, servlets, and JavaBeans. The product's open environment supports JDK 1.1, JDK 1.2, JavaBeans, JFC/Swing components, CORBA, Enterprise JavaBeans, RMI, JDBC, and all major corporate database servers.

"Referentia for JBuilder: Volume I" tutorials include topics such as "What's New in JBuilder 2," "Building Beans with BeansExpress," "Faster Programming with Code Insight," and more. Each volume is authored by recognized industry experts. Referentia's non-linear training approach means users have control over how much or how little they want to learn in a session. From fast answers on the job, to in-depth Java programming techniques, Referentia's integrated multimedia learning system offers expert instruction at the desktop, 24 hours a day. The product includes Web http://links in the system that make it easy to hit Borland's JBuilder homepage. The Referentia framework functions as a web browser to take users straight to web destinations without leaving the JBuilder environment.

"Referentia for JBuilder: Volume I" is the first in a series of Referentia for JBuilder products. Pricing will be announced at a later date. The follow-on product, "Referentia for JBuilder Volume II" will be released through Referentia Systems Incorporated. For more information about the products, please contact Referentia Systems at 1-888-983-6877 or 1-808-396-3319.

About Referentia Systems
Referentia Systems is a privately held corporation headquartered in Honolulu, Hawaii, specializing in the development of embedded multimedia learning systems, known as "Referentia" systems, for software products. The company is also the producer of a "Referentia for AutoCAD" CD-ROM series, and similar systems for other products which are in development. Referentia's extensible, scalable EPSS technology trains users from within the host application.

The Referentia learning platform launches from the Help menu, offering narrated lesson animations, rich 3D concept visualizations, a keyword search for performance support on the fly, links to online documentation, and a "Try It" mode allowing users to practice their lessons live in the host application while listening to narrated step-by-step instruction. Referentia Systems can help developers increase the marketability and learnability of their products, while lowering tech support costs associated with inadequate product training. Clients include Autodesk Inc., Borland International, Inc., Science Applications International Corporation, Computer Sciences Corporation, the Pacific Disaster Center and the U.S Navy.

Borland: Making Development Easier
Borland is a leading provider of high-quality software products for corporate application developers worldwide. Borland is distinguished for its award-winning family of rapid application development tools and scalable middleware technology for desktop, client/server, Internet/intranet, and enterprise systems. The company's products are supported through comprehensive corporate and independent developer programs, value added resellers, and systems integrators. Founded in 1983, Borland is headquartered in Scotts Valley, California.