MioFactory 3.22

Overview

MioFactory is a useful desktop application generating utility that gives developers with basic programming knowledge the ability to create semi-advanced programs that perform reliably.

Installation

Although this software is recommended for individuals that have basic programming knowledge, Installing MioFactory is a fully guided step-by-step process that anyone can complete. The file size is surprisingly tiny and the system requirements are nominal, so almost any PC can handle this application. Compatible with Windows XP, 2000, 2003, server 2008, Vista, and Windows 7.

Interface

The MioFactory user interface is shockingly simplistic, guiding you through the process of creating software in a step-by-step format. The first step requires you to choose a template for the main window of your application. After that you'll choose a target folder to be the storage location of your application's files. Once you've selected the basic design attributes and a file storage location you can begin editing HTML, MioScript, JavaScript, and bitmaps to fully customize the interface text and functionality. The final step is to generate your software as an autonomous .EXE file or an installer package.

Pros

• Takes the hassle out of creating visually appealing software interfaces by giving you professional templates to work with

• Lets you customize the installation process for your application

• Create a wide variety of software types, including gadgets, RSS readers, desktop alerts, desktop scrolling tickers, and windows that utilize industry-standard programming languages, including Flash, JavaScript, and MioScript.

• Design full-screen interactive games, stunning animations, and photographic slide shows

• Develop your own media player application that can play back audio files, video files, television channels, and even DVDs

• Create extensions for Windows Media Center, Ultra-Mobile PCs, and even Car PCs

• Quickly test your application before publishing with a single click of the mouse

• Proprietary MioScript language lets you automate a seemingly unlimited number of operating system functions, including creating shortcuts, web browser objects, dialog boxes, menus, custom windows, and Registry databases

• Built-in debugger helps you automatically detect and repair code errors

• Native code editor supports CSS, PHP, ASP, HTML,MioScript, JavaScript and many other programming languages

• Applications created with MioFactory are capable of doing anything a professional app can, including downloading information from the Internet, displaying webpages, and even utilizing XML files like RSS feeds to provide continually updated information

Cons

• Although it's easy to get the impression that MioFactory can make anyone a professional web developer, you will need some basic programming skills to create decent applications using this software.

Alternatives

A similar alternative to MioFactory would be Generic App Generator, a software that also lets you create desktop applications with a few clicks of the mouse. However, MioFactory offers functionality that is far superior to that of the aforementioned competitor, and is therefore preferred by novice and professional developers alike.

Conclusions

Even experienced computer programmers enjoy using tools and resources that simplify their job, and MioFactory does an excellent job at doing so. Whether you've never created an application before, or are a professional web developer, the software can eliminate a lot of the mundane processes associated with building desktop software.