Apache Flex SDK Installer 2.5 Released
Apache Flex SDK Installer 2.5 was released, and includes UI updates and numerous bug-fixes. Click download above to install, or Read More Here
The open-source framework for building expressive web and mobile applications
Licensing
Apache Flex® is completely open-source. Apache Flex® is an Apache project, and is released under the Apache License, version 2.0, so you know it is compatible with your business needs. Plus, it is backed by the Apache Community for updates, support and help.
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Desktop Applications
Build applications that target all browsers by leveraging the Adobe Flash Player, JavaScript, or make desktop application by leveraging the Adobe Integrated Runtime (Adobe AIR)
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Mobile Applications
Create powerful, cross-platform mobile applications in an easy-to-use and easy-to-learn language. Create applications that target Apple iPods, iPhones, iPads, Android based smartphones and tablets, and Blackberry Playbook devices.
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Tooling
Utilize the tools you are already familar with. Apache Flex® utilizes MXML for layout and AS3 (an ECMAScript based language like JavaScript) for coding. Use the Eclipse-based IDEs like Adobe Flash Builder and FDT or use IntelliJ IDEA or any text editor to make your applications.
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The Flex in a Week Series
The Flex in a Week training series consists of videos and exercises to teach experienced programmers how to program using the Flex 4.5 framework and Flash Builder 4.5. To gain the most from this series, watch the videos and complete the exercises in the order in which they are listed.
Flex In A Week Video Series
The Flex in a Week video training course will help you understand how you can leverage the open source Flex framework to build RIAs. To make it easier for you to learn Flex, you will use the Eclipse-based Flash Builder 4.5 development tool, which includes the Flex framework and provides features such as intelligent coding, interactive step-through debugging, and visual design of the user layout.
Building interactive maps with Flex
It has never been easier to build interactive online maps with Flex. There is a wide range of APIs now available. The focus of this article is building a simple map application using the open-source Modest Maps Flex API. Modest Maps offers a number of advantages over other Flex mapping APIs including the ability to point at multiple basemap providers and direct access to the source code.
Building social features into mobile AIR apps
Incorporating social services and features like Twitter and Facebook into your mobile application lets you reach more users while instantly adding personalization. It also gives you access to information about your users. You can greet your users with their real names from Facebook or customize the application based on their interests.
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Apache Flex 4.9.1 Released
Apache Flex 4.9.1 was released, and includes minor updates and bug-fixes. Click download above to install, or Read More Here
SDK Installer 2.0 Released
Apache Flex SDK Installer was released, and is now internationalized in addition to allowing you to download Apache Flex 4.9.0 Read More
Apache Flex 4.9.0 Released
Apache Flex 4.9.0 was released, and includes bug fixes, new components and much more. Read More
Apache Flex becomes an Apache TLP
The Apache Governence Board has voted to allow Apache Flex to graduate out of incubation. Read More
Falcon Compiler Contributed
Adobe donated their new Falcon Compiler to Apache. This includes FalconJS. Read More