The Runtime Builder solution hallmarks the world's first and only tool for building Pocket PC handheld applications. This easy to use online tool transforms any HanDBase file in to a freestanding Pocket PC application (PalmOS Runtime Builder sold seperately).

Developers wanting to sell their custom solution or companies interested in sharing data with customers, partners, and employees will find this solution ideal for their needs and affordable.

Will my application require users to have HanDBase installed on their handheld? No, the runtime version will have the appearance of a custom designed handheld application, including starter icon, beaming features, introduction screen, and more.

What HanDBase features will work with the runtime solution? Most all HanDBase program features will work with your runtime solution, such as cross-platform compatibility between Palm & Pocket PC (where both runtime platforms are purchased), multi-user syncing (with the optional purchase of Sync Exchange), beam syncing, encryption, forms, and more. In other words, the runtime version will look and run as it does in HanDBase with a few exceptions. Most notably access to the Properties Section has been removed to prevent end users from tampering with the database structure.

Can I use my runtime built applications to sync data with another desktop database program? Yes, this is a very common idea. Many companies are building solutions to gather data in a mobile setting using a PDA. The data is then collected and merged into a single database table in programs like Microsoft Access, MySQL Server, and many others using the Sync Exchange program.

Will my runtime application sync with the HanDBase desktop program? Yes, if you?d like to use the HanDBase desktop program to sync or for printing and basic reporting purposes, that is an option. Like the conduits, Sync Exchange or plug-ins, the HanDBase desktop is sold separately on a per user licenses arrangement.