Summer '11 Force.com Platform Release
Welcome to the Summer '11 Release page for the Force.com platform. This page describes the latest information on what's new and hot for developers in the Summer '11 release. You'll also find pointers to the critical resources, as well as a description of many of the new Force.com platform features.
Chatter API (Developer Preview)
Integrate Chatter into your custom Web apps
Async Test Console
Evaluate and test code faster
JavaScript Remoting for Apex (Force.com Code) Controllers
Build powerful JavaScript user interfaces faster
Features
App Distribution
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Package Upload Monitoring
Follow your package uploads step by step
App Logic
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Better Batch Job Testing
Test code used in batch jobs -
Apex REST (pilot)
Easily create RESTful web services -
Cloning Enhancements
Copy system field data when cloning sObjects -
New System.URL Class
Create links to objects in your organization -
Class & Trigger Log Filters
Develop apps faster using new filters in the debug log -
Async Test Console
Evaluate and test code faster
Collaboration
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Chatter Mobile for Blackberry
Engage with Chatter posts seamlessly through your BlackBerry device -
Chatter Mobile for iPhone and iPad
Take your favorite features from the Chatter feed on the go -
Chatter Mobile for Android (Beta)
Access your feed through from your favorite Android device -
Chatter API (Developer Preview)
Integrate Chatter into your custom Web apps
User Interface
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In-Line Editing For Rich-Text Areas
Edit text faster in your applications -
JavaScript Remoting for Apex (Force.com Code) Controllers
Build powerful JavaScript user interfaces faster
Database
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Deferred Sharing Calculations
Update sharing configurations more easily, faster, and at optimal times -
Report Builder Accelerators
Build reports at lightning speed, no more waiting for previews -
Dependent Lookups
Increase user productivity with real-time validation
Security
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New UI for User Profiles
Save time managing profiles -
Set Up Audit Trail
Improve security compliance by tracking changes made by delegate users -
Simplified Identity Confirmation
Logging in across devices is simpler and just as secure -
Just-In-Time Provisioning
Create users on the fly
Tools
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Quickfind in Setup
Find the setup tools you need faster and increase setup productivity
