Proto: Developer Center

Developer Center

Where to Start

Proto's mission is to enable programmers, "shadow IT" and even end-users to do more with their data by building better analytical dashboards.

Proto is a new type of environment that isn't quite programming. We have seen business analysts with no programming experience become proficient with Proto in under a week. We have also had seasoned programmers tell us that they were able to build simple analysis applications within hours of downloading a trial. We hope you will come to agree that Proto is a step towards bridging the gap between Excel and IT initiatives for business intelligence.

(People interested in "BI 2.0" and "mashups" can download a free whitepaper we wrote after Proto was voted the "Category Winner" by a panel of judges at the Under the Radar conference in March 2007.)

Just like all new software applications, learning the ins-and-outs of Proto requires an investment of time and effort. Whatever your background or comfort with programming, we're here to help you get started.

To go from exploration to mastery you will need to:

Get a fully functional, 30-day trial of Proto Financial or a non-financial beta license.
Come up with a project.
Get some help from our team.

Trial Download & Beta Application

Academics, mashup-builders and non-financial beta users click here to request a beta license.

Proto Financial

For hedge funds and other investment professionals. Learn more
Download a fully functional 30-day trial

Come up with a Project & Check Out the Galleries

If you need some inspiration or just want to explore what is possible, take a look through the online gallery. Sample Proto dashboards range from financial services to sales to mapping applications.

Online Gallery & Component Library

Example Applications. Browse, use and edit these apps.
Developer Component Library. Reusable functionality to jump start any project.

If you already have a project in mind, feel free to post a question on the forum, and someone from our team can help you determine whether it is a good candidate for Proto. If it is sensitive in nature, you can email our tech team with any questions.

Get the Support You Need to Succeed

There are a good amount of online resources to help you learn Proto on your own. But if you ever get stuck or have general questions, please post to the forum and a Proto expert will get back to you as soon as possible.