[news.eclipse.newcomer] Re: Why we need to create extension point?

[Jakub Jurkiewicz <jakub.jurkiewicz@xxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Jack,

Basically we need extension points to let other developers extend our 
plugins and add new functionality. This is why in Eclipse you can find 
many extension points and build your own product on the top of Eclipse 
(e.g. you can create your own editor, view, etc.).
Here http://devresource.hp.com/drc/technical_articles/ePlugIn/index.jsp 
you can find more info.
Some information how yo can create your own extension points you can 
find here: 
http://wiki.eclipse.org/index.php/FAQ_How_do_I_declare_my_own_extension_point%3F

Hope this helps,
Jakub Jurkiewicz

Jack wrote:
> Hi all,
>        Why we need extension point and How to create the extension points?
>
> Thanks,
> Jack