RE: [flexcoders] New to Flex and deciding...

[David Mendels]

Hello,
 
1. Somewhere they say that the SDK is now free but 
the builder ispriced and with that will be one framework license. I don't 
quiteunderstand what is this framework license.  
 
The Framework and compiler are free for both development 
and deployment.  You can use them with any text editor ro develop your 
code.  There are no hidden costs.  
 
The FlexBuilder tool, and the Charting components will be 
charged on a per developer seat basis. In other words, if you want to use 
them, you can buy a copy (for some amount less that $1,000) and use them to 
create any and all applications you want. There are no additional license 
fees for deploying applications. 2. In the book there 
is reference that you can (technically) delivercompiled mxml files from your 
website but it will be a licenseviolation. Is it still true with 2.0? 
 
This is not true with 2.0.
 3. I 
understand that Data Services are priced and will need licensebut if I use 
HTTP Service and use compiled mxml application as UI toconnect to my server 
"without" any Flex server component. Can I do itwithout any licensing from 
Macromedia?  
 
Correct.  You can deliver a compiled SWF from the SDK 
and connect to your server without any licensed server software from 
Adobe/Macromedia. 
 Bottomline. I am working on a 
shoestring. I need to get startedquickly with a budget of $200/yr. (which 
means mostly open sourceCPL/GPL software). Of course when I grow and need 
more commercialfeatures I will loosen my purse but I do not like any entry 
barriers(who does?) Does Flex2.0 licensing model accomodate people like 
me or not?  
Yes it does. :)
 
 
Regards,
David
Adobe





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