Commercial Programming with Bloomberg API ?

Mann1ng · June 8th, 2009, 1:18 pm

Howdy,I'm looking at commercializing and selling a program I created which runs on a Bloomberg terminal and uses some of the Bloomberg API / Code Libraries. Just wondering whether Bloomberg would have any issues with me selling this program to companies? Any thoughts appreciated!Cheers!

Deve10per · June 9th, 2009, 8:09 am

You'd probably have to contact them for permission (at very least).Here at Thomson Reuters we have a partner program to help ISVs get support, API access, maintenance & access to technical discussion & collaboration - test feeds & platforms etc. (ISVs can include individuals - something we are seeing a rise in.)I don't know if BBG offer something similar.:T

Mann1ng · June 10th, 2009, 8:57 am

Thanks for the info! I found Reuters was really under-cutting BB with price when I was a TL at Citi, so perhaps I should also be considering your platform as well. Is there any online documention for new ISV's looking at Reuters development? Do developers need to purchase a full license themselves to test their applications on the live platform?Thanks,Iz

Deve10per · June 11th, 2009, 8:29 am

A good place to start is at the Solution Parntner Program site.Depending on where you are based I can get someone to discuss your plans. Mail me direct if interested.The Solution Partner Program along with the Client Developer Program (that I manage) gives you access, support, learning & developer collaboration on our real-time APIs. For partners you can also go for an RMDS test system, datafeed test connection & interact with our clients too Yes there is a monthly charge $230.Any questions just ask.Many thanksTom Ablewhite