For those unaware, RIM’s Partners Fund is running a 2011 Developer Challenge for BlackBerry developers. The Dev Challenge will consist of a series of competitions to find the best apps for BlackBerry. The competition is focused on Adobe Flash and Adobe AIR applications, Webworks, and the most addicting social app using the BBM Social Platform. The challenge will also recognize winners in their respective regions, giving developers the opportunity to stand out from one another with local content and language support. Read more for event details.
Best Adobe Flash or Adobe AIR app
April 28, 2011 to Aug. 12, 2011
- Enter your application into the BlackBerry Developer Challenge 2011
- Learn how to develop Adobe Flash and Adobe AIR apps for the BlackBerry® PlayBook™ tablet
Most innovative BlackBerry® WebWorks™ app on the BlackBerry PlayBook tablet and BlackBerry® 6 (same app or companion app)
May 9, 2011 to Aug. 26, 2011
- Enter your application into the BlackBerry Developer Challenge 2011
- Learn about BlackBerry WebWorks development for BlackBerry smartphone apps
- Learn about and download the BlackBerry® WebWorks™ SDK for Tablet OS
Most addicting social app using the BBM Social Platform
Submissions will be accepted later this summer.
In addition to the challenge, the BlackBerry Partners Fund will be honoring the best applications in the below categories and will be presenting developers with global Recognition Awards.
- Best B2C app developed for a customer by an agency or ISV
- Most useful enterprise application
- Best website conversion using the BlackBerry WebWorks platform
- Most creative implementation of Super App characteristics
- Top performers – Most innovative use of Payment Service and/or Advertising Service
- Academic – Most compelling app created by a student or faculty member
- Find out more about the BlackBerry Developer Challenge 2011
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