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October 31, 2005
Enterprise Java Technologies NEWSLETTER
Welcome to the Enterprise Java Technologies Newsletter. Here you'll find links to the latest products, tools, resources, and events relating to development with the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE, formerly known as J2EE).

PRODUCT AND TECHNOLOGY RELEASES   The following J2EE products and technologies were recently released.      » JSR-221 JDBC 4.0 API Specification This specification seeks to improve Java application access to SQL data stores by the provision of ease-of-development focused features and improvements at both the utility and API level.    » JSR-222 Java Architecture for XML Binding (JAXB) 2.0 Proposed Final Draft JAXB 2.0 is the next version of JAXB, The Java Architecture for XML Binding. This JSR proposes additional functionality while retaining ease of development as a key goal.    » JSR-224 Java API for XML-Based Web Services (JAX-WS) 2.0 Proposed Final Draft The JAX-WS 2.0 specification extends the existing JAX-RPC 1.0 specification with new features.    » NetBeans IDE 5.0 Beta NetBeans IDE 5.0 introduces comprehensive support for developing IDE modules and rich client applications based on the NetBeans platform, the new intuitive GUI builder Matisse, new and redesigned CVS support, Weblogic9 and JBoss 4 support, and a lot of editor enhancements.    » Sun Java Studio Enterprise 8 Develop, debug, and deploy collaboratively with the new Sun Java Studio Enterprise 8 Software.   RESOURCES   Resources: Learn more about and get "hands-on" training for Java EE technologies through the following resources.     TECHNICAL ARTICLES AND QUIZES    » Identity-Enabled Web Services In today's heterogeneous, complex IT environments, how do you ensure secure access to Web services across enterprises and preserve privacy of sensitive data? Sun's identity experts answer that question here, along with sample code and suggestions for products and technologies.    » IDEs for Portal Development and Deployment Appropriate setup of your IDE renders the task of building portals a smooth sail. This article shows you, step by step, how to configure Sun Java Studio Enterprise 8 and Apache Ant for development with Sun Java System Portal Server, complete with examples and sample code.    » Mutual Authentication for Web Services: A Live Example How do you set up secure communications among Web services for supply-chain applications? This article answers that question with a description of the implementation procedure for mutual authentication, citing the java.net project Adventure Builder as an example.    » Remote Management of Application-Server Domains Learn how to manage application-server instances, such as those in Java System Application Server 8.1, by exporting the hierarchy of the J2EE Management Model through a Web service. This paper cites a simple approach with live examples.    » 2005 JavaOne Conference Multimedia Sessions for SDN Members Join Sun Developer Network and get access to the multimedia recordings from this year's JavaOne conference, including multimedia recordings of Core Enterprise (J2EE Technology) technical sessions. It's simple to join, and membership is free. Sign up now!    » Easy and Efficient XML Processing: Upgrade to JAXP 1.3 The Java API for XML Processing (JAXP) 1.3, with its Validation APIs and XPath APIs, improves XML schema data type support, adds security, and increases performance.    » The Next Big Thing: Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) Takes a New Route RouteOne's service-oriented architecture (SOA), which serves some 80% of the 22,000 auto dealerships in the United States, makes it clear that SOA is here to stay.    » October is SOA/Web Services Month Service-oriented architecture (SOA) and web services have been the talk of the IT community--learn why. We've pulled together a wide variety of content about SOA and web services, including articles, tips, white papers, code samples, and more to help you easily find what you need.     TECH TIPS    » The Schema Validation Framework The Java API for XML Processing (JAXP) 1.3 was initially introduced in Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition (J2SE) 5.0 and is also now available in the Java Web Services Developer Pack (Java WSDP). JAXP 1.3 adds a new Schema Validation Framework (SVF), also called the Validation API, which offers advanced capabilities to efficiently validate XML against a schema. SVF also provides for much faster performance as compared to the schema validation approach in JAXP 1.2.    » Accessing the Bean Environment in EJB 3.0 Session Beans Deepa Singh, Sun's lead test developer for the EJB container in the Sun Java Enterprise Application Server group, discusses how Enterprise JavaBeans 3.0 (EJB 3.0) session beans declare dependencies on external resources and how dependencies can be injected into EJB 3.0 session beans.     CHATS    » Engineering Webcast 10/27: Grid Computing for Sun Join Sun Engineers on October 27 for a live, one-hour engineering webcast on Grid Computing for Sun. Get an overview of Grid Computing, followed by a technical overview of N1 Grid Engine. Walk through an example integration using Basic Local Alignment Search Tool (BLAST), a method for rapid searching of nucleotide and protein databases.    » Ashwin Rao, Sr. Evangelist for Sun Java Studio Enterprise (Nov 8) Participate in this webinar and learn how the latest version of the award winning Sun Java Studio Enterprise provides comprehensive model, code, and test capabilities, leveraging the acclaimed NetBeans 4.1 platform. You will also hear from Sun Java Studio 8 Early Access Participants first hand on what they thought of this award winning IDE. In addition, all attendees will be entered into a drawing for a chance to win an Apple iPod mini!     BOOKS    » Core Security Patterns: Best Practices and Strategies for J2EE, Web Services, and Identity Management Core Security Patterns is the hands-on practitioner's guide to building robust end-to-end security into J2EE enterprise applications, Web services, identity management, service provisioning, and personal identification solutions. Written by three leading Java security architects, the patterns-driven approach fully reflects today's best practices for security in large-scale, industrial-strength applications.     COURSE CERTIFICATION    » Take 10% Off a Sun Certification through December, 2005! Achieving Sun certification is an ideal way to invest in your career, improve your earning potential, enhance your professional credibility, and increase job security. For a limited time, you can save 10% off the price of a Sun certification exam. This offer applies for all Sun certification programs, so you can take advantage of the discount no matter what technology certification you seek. To qualify for the 10% discount offer, just purchase a qualifying Sun certification exam, assignment, or essay by December 31, 2005, and mention Priority Code WW26CXG.     DEVELOPER INFORMATION    » The Participation Age is here for the Java Platform The Participation Age is here, today, for the Java platform. As part of the Java SE 6 release, Sun has embarked on an initiative to make the development of the JDK more transparent, and create opportunities for collaboration and early feedback from the worldwide developer community. With this initiative, code-named "Project Peabody" within Sun, developers can directly contribute to the implementation of the JDK, and have a hand in improving Java technology.    » Join a Community Join the new Sun Partner Advantage Program today, at no cost, and Sun will help you bring your solutions to market quicker. The Program offers ISVs a broad range of technical, marketing, sales and educational support - including FREE email/phone support from Sun's engineers. Also, for a limited time only, you will automatically enter the draw to win one of three Sony Playstation Portables valued at RRP $399 each. It has never been easier to achieve your technology and business goals.    » Java Applications Are you developing Java applications? You can brand your apps Java Powered! Mobile applications are tested in theJava Verified program. Desktop applications are eligible for the Java Powered Partner Offering. Are you a Java enthusiast? Get your free Java Get Powered logo! Test your knowledge and show your passion for Java technology! Why branding? The Java brand is recognized by 86% of tech-savvy consumers, and 100% of IT professionals!   INDUSTRY NEWS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS    » Sun Announces Solaris University Challenge    » Sun Announces Sun Grid Readiness Offer for Sun Partner Advantage Program's ISVs and Sun Grid Developer Community Program    » Sun and Google Expand Technology Reach And Global Opportunity

EVENTS  » JCP program Elections happening now. The Java Community Process (JCP) program Executive Committee (EC) annual elections run October 1 - November 14. Join now to participate in the next round and shape the future of Java technology. Ratified ballot and voting now open to JCP program members until October 17. Members can self-nominate later in October and vote in the open election phase Nov 1-14.   » Register Today for Sun Tech Days Advance your knowledge of and skills in the latest enterprise and mobile technologies: Java technology (Java EE, Java SE, and Java ME), SOA, web services, NetBeans, tools, Solaris, and more! Register today for one of the following events: Toronto, Canada December 6-7 2005 Bangkok, Thailand January 24-25 2006 Chennai, India February 7-8 2006 Singapore February 22-23 2006 Madrid, Spain March 2006 Sao Paulo, Brazil April 11-12 2006 Johannesburg, South Africa May 2006 Moscow, Russia May 2006   » 2006 JavaOne(SM) Conference Info The 2006 JavaOne conference is May 15-18, 2006, and the Call for Papers is coming soon. Continue watching the web site for details:   » Sun Tech Days Toronto, Canada (Dec 6 - 7) Advance your Java technology and Solaris Operating System development skills over two days of cutting-edge technical education.   » Storage Networking World JW Marriott Grande Lakes Resort, Orlando, Florida, United States (Oct 24 - 27) The Leading Conference for IT Managers, Storage Architects, and Infrastructure Professionals Storage Networking World (SNW), the only conference where IT managers and professionals get an SNIA-endorsed education, a hands-on view of the world's only SNIA-sanctioned Interoperability and Solutions Demo, and access to legions of peers, experts, and solutions.   » 2005 JavaOne Conference Tokyo Tokyo International Forum, Tokyo, Japan (Nov 8 - 10) Register Today for the JavaOne Conference in Tokyo. Discover the power of Java technology at JavaOne Tokyo, November 8-10, 2005, at the Tokyo International Forum.