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The Altova(R) MissionKit(TM), an Integrated Suite of XML, Database, and UML Tools, Provides Key Functionality for Microsoft .NET Framework-Based Developers

Posted on: Monday, 27 October 2008, 09:00 CDT

Altova(R) (http://www.altova.com), developers of XMLSpy(R), an industry leading XML editor, offers Microsoft .NET developers, software architects, and IT pros an integrated suite of XML, database, and UML tools in the Altova MissionKit. The suite of software tools works with Microsoft Visual Studio; supports the Office Open XML (OOXML) file format in 2007 Microsoft Office documents; and provides functionality for querying, designing, and editing data across the Microsoft SQL Server and Microsoft Access platforms. Additionally, the Altova MissionKit gives Microsoft .NET Framework-based developers access to a powerful suite of feature-rich software tools at a substantial cost savings. For a live demo of the features available in the MissionKit visit Altova at the Microsoft Professional Developer Conference (PDC), Booth #711.

The Altova MissionKit is available in multiple configurations for XML developers and software architects. All MissionKit editions include Altova XMLSpy, MapForce, and StyleVision, and options are available to add up to five more XML, database, and UML tools -- all for less than the price of two.*

"For developers, software architects, and IT pros working with a range of technologies, including XML, databases, and UML, the Altova MissionKit makes it easier and more cost-effective with one integrated tool suite," said Alexander Falk, President and CEO for Altova. "The ability to work simultaneously within multiple products allows MissionKit users to take advantage of powerful features and functionality across the Altova product line, and at a significant cost savings. And with support for Microsoft's SQL Server and Visual Studio, the MissionKit provides added benefits for .NET Framework-based developers."

"Altova continues to create key features and functionality that work well with Microsoft products," said Joe Marini, Director of the Development Tools Ecosystem team at Microsoft Corp. "By offering all functionality in one tool suite, the Altova MissionKit provides today's .NET Framework-based developers with a set of tools needed for developing tomorrow's applications."

The Altova MissionKit includes the following tools and support for .NET Framework-based developers:

 --  XMLSpy -- One of the industry's best selling XML editors gives     developers seamless support for Visual Studio; XML Schema-based code     generation in Visual C#, Visual C++, and Java; support for editing,     querying, and publishing Open XML in Office 2007 documents; integration     with Microsoft Access and SQL Server; support for SQLXML XSD mapping     schemas for SQL Server; and much more.      --  MapForce -- Altova's graphical data mapping tool works well with     Visual Studio; drag-and-drop data mapping capabilities; instant data     conversion; royalty-free code generation in Visual C#, Visual C++, or Java;     and data mapping support for XML, SQL Server and Access, Microsoft Excel     2007 / OOXML, EDI, flat files, and Web services.      --  StyleVision -- A graphical stylesheet design tool, Altova StyleVision     supports drag-and-drop XSLT stylesheet design to publish XML or SQL Server,     Access, or other database data; generates simultaneous output to HTML, PDF,     RTF, and Microsoft Word 2007 / OOXML; and supports electronic forms design     for use with Altova Authentic(R), a free WYSIWYG editor.      --  DatabaseSpy -- This unique, multi-database query and design tool     provides support for querying, designing, and editing SQL Server, Access,     and other databases; includes a SQL editor with auto-completion     capabilities; and extensive importing / exporting functionality.      --  UModel -- Altova's easy-to-use UML modeling tool supports all 13 UML     diagram types; code generation and reverse engineering for Visual C#,     Visual Basic.NET, Java, and Visual Studio.      

Learn more about all the features in the Altova MissionKit at: http://www.altova.com/products/missionkit/software_development_tools.html

To download a 30-day free trial of the Altova MissionKit visit: http://www.altova.com/download/missionkit/software_development_tools_enterprise.html

The Altova MissionKit includes up to eight products for less than the price of two* with pricing starting at $889 (USD). Currently available in Professional and Enterprise Editions for both XML Developers and Software Architects, the MissionKit can be purchased directly from the Altova Online Shop at: https://shop.altova.com. Altova recommends the purchase of its Support and Maintenance Package (SMP) with all software purchases. Learn more at: http://www.altova.com/support_package.html.

About Altova

Altova(R) is the creator of XMLSpy(R) and other leading XML, database, and UML tools. A key player in the software tools industry and the leader in XML development tools, Altova is the choice of over 3 million clients worldwide, including 91 percent of the Fortune 500. An innovative, customer-focused company, Altova offers a product line that fulfills a broad spectrum of business needs for development teams in the world's largest organizations to growing one-person shops. An active member of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and Object Management Group (OMG), Altova is committed to delivering standards-based, platform-independent solutions that are powerful, affordable, and easy-to-use. Founded in 1992, Altova is headquartered in Beverly, Massachusetts and Vienna, Austria. Visit Altova on the Web at: http://www.altova.com

Note to Editors:

*Pricing comparison is edition-specific and based on Altova MissionKit vs. any two individual licenses of the following included products: XMLSpy and MapForce.

Altova, MissionKit, XMLSpy, MapForce, StyleVision, UModel, DatabaseSpy, DiffDog, SchemaAgent, SemanticWorks, Authentic, and AltovaXML are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Altova GmbH in the United States and/or other countries. The names of and reference to other companies and products mentioned herein may be the trademarks of their respective owners.

All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their registered owners.

 Contacts:  Sales Information: Email Contact USA: 978-816-1600 EU: +43 (1) 545 5155 - 0  Media and Analyst Inquiries: Tara M. Lefave Public Relations Manager, Altova Inc. 978-816-1567 Email Contact

SOURCE: Altova

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