Metrowerks Shipping CodeWarrior Discover Programming Edition 2
AUSTIN, Texas — October 27, 1997 — Metrowerks Inc. (NASDAQ: MTWKF, TSE/ME:MWK) announces the release of CodeWarrior Discover Programming Edition 2, an intuitive software development learning environment designed for novice programmers and experienced developers interested in learning a new language. Metrowerks has two versions of the Discover Programming Edition 2, one for Windows(R) 95/NT and one for Macintosh(R). CodeWarrior Discover Programming Edition 2 contains the tools found in Metrowerks' CodeWarrior Professional 2, including the updated IDE 2.1 with project manager, code editor, code browser, compilers and linkers, debugger, and other tools.
Discover Programming Edition 2 adds electronic books and tutorials that provide all the information needed t programming, from basic introductory-level exercises to advanced programming techniques. A quantity of sample code is also provided to help make learning fun and easy. "With CodeWarrior Discover Edition 2, anyone can learn Java, C, C++, or Pascal," said Dave Mark, vice president, Discover/Academic Products, Metrowerks. "It's a complete, all-in-one learning tool, that's fun yet challenging, easy but sophisticated, and, at $ 79, an incredible value." CodeWarrior Discover Programming Edition 2 is strictly a learning environment and is not licensed for commercial development.
Pricing and Availability
CodeWarrior Discover Programming 2 begins shipping the week of Oct. 27, 1997, priced at US$ 79, and is available from Metrowerks and other Metrowerks authorized resellers. For pricing and availability outside the USA, contact a local international distributor or call 512-873-4700.
About Metrowerks
Founded in 1985, Metrowerks develops, markets and supports a complete line of programming tools, product name CodeWarrior, used for software development for a number of operating systems and microprocessors. Intended for use on desktop computers or embedded systems, these operating systems include Mac OS, Windows 95, Windows NT, PlayStation(TM) OS, BeOS(TM), Palm(TM) OS, OS-9, with announced support for Windows CE. Target process include 68K, PowerPC(TM), x86, and MIPS(R) microprocessors, with support for the NEC VR/V8xx, ARM, and Hitachi SuperH families of microprocessors to be added in 1998. The cross-platform compilers support C, C++, Java, and Object Pascal, and allow programmers to build applications from one unique Integrated Development Environment (IDE). Metrowerks' CodeWarrior products are used by more than 100,000 registered users in 75 countries. For more information, please visit the Metrowerks web site at http://www.metrowerks.com .
NOTE TO EDITORS: Metrowerks, the Metrowerks logo and CodeWarrior are registered trademarks of Metrowerks Inc. All other company and product names may be registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective companies/holders, and are hereby recognized.
Statements in this press release are forward looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties, including successful and timely development of the product and customer acceptance of the product.
CONTACT:
Metrowerks Inc., Austin
Gordy Davies, 512/873-4797
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or
Maria Krinsky, 512/873-4719
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