add-in

Hello,
we want to develop an add-in for AutoCAD.
Can any one tell me what are the advantages and disadvantages of using lisp, VBA and ARX. I want to know which is the best way to develop.

 

Vijaya,

LISP

Advantages: no additional software needed, simple environment, lots of
users, no much limitations, code exposed
Disadvantages: weird language, tricky to manipulate objects, dialogues hard
to handle

VBA

Advantages: no additional software needed, simple environment, lots of
users, dialogues easy to handle, language easy to learn, rapid development
Disadvantages: code exposed, limited in what you can do

ARX

Advantages: code is not exposed, acceno limitations
Disadvantages: additional software needed (C++ compiler), more difficult
language, longer development

Now, wich one is best ? There is not a single answer. It depends on the
functionnalities needed in your add-in. If there are no professional
developpers in you company, the forget about ARX. I would favor VBA if your
needs do no exceeds the limitations, although you can go a long way with
VBA. I have personnaly developped much code in either VB or VBA.

Gilles

lisp, VBA and ARX. I want to know which is the best way to develop.