Documentation (API v1.0)
Is RoamAbout developer program free of cost?
Yes it's free to register, develop and deploy your application on RoamAbout.
What is a widgelet?
We call the registered applications running on RoamAbout platform "Widgelets".
What is an application?
An application is any web service that is available via RoamAbout accessible using a corresponding widgelet.
What browsers are supported by RoamAbout?
RoamAbout runs on both Firefox and Internet Explorer. We recommend using it with Firefox 3 or I.E. 7, but it will work just fine with Firefox 2 as well as I.E. 6. Please note that you only have to build your application once and it will work with either browser.
How many applications can I create on RoamAbout?
Currently, there is no limit on the number of applications per developer. However, in the future, Vysr reserves the right to impose limits. We encourage you to create cool, innovative applications that respect the privacy settings of our users.
How hard it is to write an application on RoamAbout?
Any existing Web service can be brought into the RoamAbout platform with a very simple process. The process consists of registering the service with Vysr by defining (a) a set of icons to be used for display; (b) a small set of JavaScript functions that implement the entry points defined in the API (Vysr will provide standard templates which will suffice for most services); and (c) a callback URL indicating where the service is hosted. When users click on an icon for an app on Roamabout, Roamabout will cordinate with the hosted service to display the service in an overlay window. Most existing services can be deployed in this fashion within matter of couple of days.
Can I place ads within my app? What kind of arrangements do I need to make with Vysr?
Developers can use any business model they choose, including a subscription-based or ad-supported models with no arrangement necessary with Vysr. Please note that the advertisements can only appear within the overlay and not anywhere else, for example: on the application icon placed on the tray and etc.
Does RoamAbout support OpenSocial apps?
Yes, RoamAbout supports OpenSocial apps. Creating your OpenSocial apps for RoamAbout is simple. Please see How do I create an OpenSocial app in RoamAbout?
How do I create an OpenSocial app in RoamAbout?
Its pretty simple to create your OpenSocial application in RoamAbout. It's similar to creating a regular application in RoamAbout. A few additional details required for an OpenSocial application are:
a. Enable OpenSocial checkbox
b. You want to provide the Gadget URL, supported Network and its keys
OpenSocial Gadget URL example:
http://opensocial-resources.googlecode.com/svn/samples/tutorial/tags/api-0.8/gifts_8_views.xml
What are the functionalities RoamAbout OpenSocial container support?
RA OpenSocial container currently supports:
1)People & Relationship
2)Activities
3)Persistence
Which social networks are currently supported?
Currently you can connect your applications with Facebook, Bebo and Friendster. We will bring in additional networks soon.
How do I know which of these OpenSocial APIs are currently supported by the these social networks ?
Please see the compatibility matrix.
Where can I get help with the RoamAbout Platform?
The developer forum is coming soon. For now, if you need any help or have any comments, feel free to contact us at dev-support@vysr.com.