Eclipse for RCP and RAP Developers for Mac

IDE tailored for RCP and RAP projects

Eclipse for RCP and RAP Developers is a purpose-built integrated development environment focused on creating applications with the Rich Client Platform (RCP) and the Rich Ajax Platform (RAP). Offered at no cost, it brings together a range of tools aimed at simplifying the full application lifecycle — from design and coding to testing and deployment.

Key capabilities

• Integrated version-control support for managing changes and collaborating across teams
• Extensible plugin framework so you can add or remove tools to suit your workflow
• Comprehensive debugging and runtime inspection utilities to find and fix issues faster
• A feature-rich source editor with syntax highlighting and code-assist features
• Multi-language compatibility so projects can include Java and other supported languages

Customization and extensibility

Built atop the Eclipse framework, the IDE provides deep extensibility: install additional plugins, tweak perspectives, and configure toolchains to match project requirements. This flexibility makes it straightforward to adapt the workspace for different team roles — developers, UI designers, or QA engineers.

Workflow and usability

The environment is designed to speed up development of rich client applications. A clean, approachable interface helps you move between projects, organize resources, and perform common tasks quickly. Tooling for build, deployment, and testing is integrated to reduce context switching and accelerate delivery.

Alternative options

Suggested free alternative:

• Windows Phone 7 Connector (free)

Who benefits most

• Teams building scalable desktop-like UIs with RCP or web-enabled client apps with RAP
• Developers who want an Eclipse-based solution that’s customizable through plugins
• Projects that require built-in debugging, version control, and multi-language support

Eclipse for RCP and RAP Developers is a solid choice for teams seeking a customizable, no-cost IDE geared toward rich client application development.