programming language, developed initially by
Sun, but now
available from several other vendors. JavaBeans components
JavaBeans allows developers to create reusable software
components that can then be assembled together using visual
JavaBeans support Introspection (a builder tool can analyze
how a Bean works), Customisation (developers can customise the
appearance and behaviour of a Bean), Events (Beans can
communicate), Properties (developers can customise and program
with Beans(?)) and Persistence (customised Beans can be stored
and reused).
(1997-11-20)