Directly or indirectly,
this trail covers everything you need to know
to write a Java applet.
Because applets can use almost all of the Java API,
this trail mentions many features that are explained elsewhere.
Feel free to cross over to other trails
to learn about the features that interest you.
Once you're ready to write an applet,
you can return to this trail to find out
how the applet environment affects the features
you want to use.
Overview of Applets
tells you how applets work.
You should thoroughly understand this lesson
before going further in this trail.
Taking Advantage of the Applet API
talks about how to use the API to which only applets have access.
It covers sound,
applet parameters,
the <APPLET> tag,
interapplet communication,
and making requests to the browser.
Practical Considerations When Writing Applets
discusses topics that are covered elsewhere in this tutorial
but that are affected by the applet environment.
For example, it mentions some factors you should consider
when writing the graphical user interface (GUI) for your applet.
It also talks about security restrictions on applets
and how a server-side application can help you
get around those restrictions.
Finishing an Applet
describes the characteristics
of a high-quality applet.
It includes
Before You Ship That Applet,
a checklist of some annoying behaviors
you should avoid in your applet.
Common Problems (and Their Solutions)
explains the solutions
to some problems you might run into while writing your applet.
