Introduction

This document describes how to write Jtrix applications and services using the Beatrix framework.

A basic familiarity with Jtrix programming is assumed. Otherwise, here are some other documents you might like to refer to, all available from http://www.jtrix.org:

• How to write netlets--introduction to Jtrix and writing your first netlets. A pre-requisite for reading this.
• Start running Jtrix--how to run a node, Jtrix demo applications, etc and other practical information.
• Jtrix: A technical overview--technical motivation and concepts behind Jtrix.
• Platform Specification--formal description of what defines the base platform. Several key services are not described in this document, as they are additional to the platform.
• The Jtrix Dictionary--a handy guide to the terms used.