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Qt Features and Benefits
Qt.io offers a range of key features and benefits:
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Cross-Platform Development: Develop applications for multiple platforms (Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS) using a single codebase. This saves time and resources.
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High Performance: Utilize C++ for performance-critical applications and QML for rapid UI development. Qt ensures smooth animations and responsive user interfaces.
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Comprehensive Toolset: Includes tools like Qt Creator (IDE), Qt Design Studio, and Qt Linguist. These tools streamline the development process from design to deployment.
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Extensive Libraries: Access a wide range of libraries for UI components, networking, multimedia, and more. These libraries simplify the development process and enhance functionality.
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Scalability: Suitable for both small-scale applications and large-scale enterprise solutions. Qt can scale from microcontrollers to high-end computers.
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Open Source and Commercial Licensing: Offers both open-source and commercial licensing options, providing flexibility for different project requirements.
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Community and Support: Benefit from a large, active community and professional support services. This ensures access to resources and assistance when needed.
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Future-Proof: Regular updates and a strong ecosystem ensure that applications remain up-to-date with the latest technologies and standards.
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Integration with Third-Party Tools: Seamlessly integrate with other tools and frameworks, enhancing the development workflow.
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Cost-Effective: Reduces development costs by enabling code reuse across multiple platforms and providing a comprehensive set of tools and libraries.
Qt Pricing
Qt.io offers various pricing plans tailored to different development needs:
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Qt for Application Development:
- Professional: Includes a Named Developer License, all Qt Community Edition features, and installation support. Suitable for individuals and organizations looking to retain their intellectual property rights.
- Enterprise: Includes all Professional features plus M2M communication protocol libraries, Qt QML Script Compiler extensions, VNC Server, and standard support. Ideal for organizations seeking additional value-added services or full technical support.
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Qt for Device Creation:
- Professional: Includes a Named Developer License, all Qt Community Edition features, and installation support. Best for developing embedded devices while retaining intellectual property rights.
- Enterprise: Includes all Professional features plus additional tools and support for advanced device creation.
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Qt Design Studio:
- Professional: Includes a Named Developer License and all Qt Community Edition features. Suitable for UI/UX designers.
- Enterprise: Includes all Professional features plus additional design tools and support.
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Qt for Small Businesses:
- ADE-SB and DCP-SB subscriptions available. Choose the number of developer licenses needed.
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Qt Community Edition:
- Free and open-source, includes all basic features. Must comply with Open-Source terms and conditions (GPL and LGPL).
For detailed pricing and to choose the best plan, visit the Qt.io pricing page.
Payment Method
Qt.io Payment Methods:
- Credit Card: Charges are applied immediately after purchase.
- Subscription Management: Modify or cancel subscriptions via the Qt Account Portal.
- VAT Handling: EU companies with a valid VAT number pay 0%, while Finnish companies pay 24% VAT.
- Billing Details: Update billing information through the Qt Account Portal.
- Security: Payment system is PCI-DSS Level 1 compliant, ensuring secure transactions.
Qt FAQs
Qt Alternatives
Top 10 qt.io alternatives:
- Visual Studio: An integrated development environment (IDE) for developing console and graphical user interface applications along with Windows Forms or WPF applications, web sites, web applications, and web services.
- Xcode: A suite of development tools for creating software for macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS.
- Eclipse: An IDE used for Java development, but also supports other programming languages via plugins.
- Android Studio: The official IDE for Google's Android operating system, built on JetBrains' IntelliJ IDEA software.
- Ionic: A complete open-source SDK for hybrid mobile app development.
- PyCharm: An IDE for Python development, providing code analysis, a graphical debugger, an integrated unit tester, integration with version control systems, and supports web development with Django.
- NetBeans: An IDE for Java development, but also supports other languages like PHP, JavaScript, and HTML5.
- Syncfusion Essential Studio: A comprehensive suite of components for developing applications on various platforms.
- GTK: A multi-platform toolkit for creating graphical user interfaces, suitable for projects ranging from small one-off tools to complete application suites.
- Flutter: An open-source UI software development kit created by Google, used to develop applications for Android, iOS, Linux, Mac, Windows, Google Fuchsia, and the web from a single codebase.
How To Open A Qt Account?
Steps to open an account in qt.io:
- Visit the Qt Account Portal: Go to account.qt.io and click on Create an Account.
- Email Confirmation: An email with a URL to confirm the registration will be sent. Fill in the required information and proceed.
- Initial Log-in: On the first log-in on platforms like JIRA or Gerrit, authorize the use of the Qt Account and pick a username.
- Settings Configuration: Go to the Settings and add the same email used for the account. Also, add the SSH Key.
- Agreement Section: Select 'New Contributor Agreement' and choose the best option that describes the usage of the account, either Corporate or Individual.
- Final Confirmation: Enter 'I agree' in the Text Edit field and submit. The CLA will be accepted, and the agreement will be visible on the Settings page.