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Learn more about [FamilyTreeApp], the reference application described in Chapter 1.

  FamilyTreeApp is a reference application for NetBeans Platform and JavaFX integration.

Download the FamilyTreeApp Project zip file here (approximately 16 MB) FamilyTreeApp Zip file.

Detailed Instructions for configuring the application [PDF].

FamilyTreeApp demonstrates the following features:

• CRUD-based application that reads and stores data in the bundled JavaDB database server.
• All database operations performed in background threads, using either SwingWorker, JavaFX Services, or the built-in Nodes asynchronous operations.
• How to build a loosely-coupled, modular applications, allowing you to add features without fear of breaking your code.
• See how to integrate JavaFX to take advantage of animation, linear gradients, effects, and even 3D.
• The Welcome Window uses JavaFX.
• The Person and Event editors use JavaFX.
• The New Event wizard uses JavaFX.
• The Events Viewer and Person Viewer windows show you how to use Nodes and Explorer Views with context-sensitive actions and selection management.