[comp.sys.amiga.programmer] autodox

cmp9133@sys.uea.ac.uk (A.C. Lock) (05/07/91)

Does any one know the legal status of Autodocs, which detail the library
functions of the Amiga OS ?

If they are freely distributable, where can I get them, and if they are
not, why not ?

I remember a demo for a package called InfoMinder some years back which
contains the autodocs for version 1.1 but I am more interested in the text
for 1.3 & 2.0

I would be grateful if someone would answer my queries.

	Thanks


	Adam Lock

ken@cbmvax.commodore.com (Ken Farinsky - CATS) (05/07/91)

In article <1035@sys.uea.ac.uk> cmp9133@sys.uea.ac.uk (A.C. Lock) writes:
>Does any one know the legal status of Autodocs, which detail the library
>functions of the Amiga OS ?
>If they are freely distributable, where can I get them, and if they are
>not, why not ?

The 2.0 includes and autodocs will be available from CATS at some
point in the future as the "2.0 Native Developer Update".  Right now
they are only available to developers.  See below for information on
becomming a developer.

These files are NOT freely distributable.

If you wish to become a developer in the U.S., send mail to:

	CATS-Admin
	1200 Wilson Drive
	West Chester, PA  19380

And ask for information on the developer support program.  I believe
that you can also call (215) 431-9180 and they will send you the info.

There are two developer levels, both require that you be working
on a product that you believe will make it to market.

Developer status includes a subscription to AmigaMail (our technical
newsletter), access to beta software, access to developers conferences,
and access to closed conferences on BIX.  Commercial status also
includes phone support.

	Certified Developer, $75/year, no phone support, no other
	    requirements.  $25 signup cost.

	Commercial Developer, $450/year, phone support, requires that
	    you have an existing product on the market.  $50 signup cost.

CATS also offers materials such as DevCon notes, 1.3 Developer Update,
and AmigaMail.  Prices and ordering information are available at the
above address.  Most of the CATS developer support materials are available
to non-developers, so you can get the technical information even if you
do not want to become a developer.
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