Mozilla Labs » Announcing the Jetpack SDK - 4 views
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The Jetpack SDK includes: An extensible library of capabilities and APIs for writing Firefox add-ons, as well as stand-alone web-based applications A set of command-line tools that package and security-harden your code into distributable packages A modern IDE with built-in reference guide for instant productivity
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An easy to use, well documented set of APIs that lets you write Firefox add-ons using standard Web technology (Javascript, HTML5, and CSS). An integrated IDE that enables rapid add-on developement and code collaboration.
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Add-ons developed with the Jetpack SDK will feature: No need to restart Firefox to install add-ons. Add-ons are automatically compatible with all future versions of Firefox updates, so no need to wait for add-on compatability. Stronger and more easily understood security and privacy controls. Automatic add-on updates.