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April 28, 2006
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 Java EE products and technologies were recently released.      » JSR 244 Java Platform, Enterprise Edition 5 (Java EE 5) Specification Final Approval Ballot (April 18, 2006) The next release of the Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE 5), is targeted to ship in the second quarter of 2006.    » JSR 245 JavaServer Pages 2.1 Final Approval Ballot (April 18, 2006) The purpose of JSP 2.1 is to improve alignment with JavaServer Faces (JSF) and enhance ease of development.    » JSR 252 JavaServer Faces 1.2 Final Approval Ballot (April 18, 2006) This draft updates the JavaServer Faces specification with exciting new features.   RESOURCES   Resources: Learn more about and get "hands-on" training for Java EE technologies through the following resources.     TECHNICAL ARTICLES    » Top 10 Destinations for Enterprise Developers at the 2006 JavaOne Conference Read about 10 must-see destinations and some related recommendations for enterprise developers at JavaOne.    » Technical Sessions on Java Tools at 2006 JavaOne and a Special NetBeans Day Don't miss the enterprise developer sessions, BOFs, and hands-on labs, including such topics as the Java EE platform and the NetBeans and Sun Java Studio Enterprise IDEs.    » Designing Patterns With UML By virtue of their seamlessness, clarity, and versatility, design patterns in Unified Modeling Language are a tremendous help for software architectures. This article describes the pattern types and the procedures for creating them and applying them to application components.    » Realtime Form Validation Using Ajax This article, part of the Java BluePrints Solutions Catalog, shows how to use the power of Java and Ajax to create a simple and effective solution for form validation.    » Bootstrap Interfaces Definition by Leveraging OSS Common JSR Design and Shared Entities This article provides users with guidelines about how to extend the OSS Common API.    » Running Roller Weblogger on Sun Java System Web Server 6.1 SP5 Bloggers and your blogging site deserve the best: Java technology-based Roller Weblogger 2.0/2.1.1 on Sun Java System Web Server 6.1 SP5. Check out this cool stuff!     VIEWPOINTS    » The Advantages of the Java EE 5 Platform: A Conversation with Distinguished Engineer Bill Shannon Bill Shannon, Sun Microsystems distinguished engineer and specification lead for Java EE, discusses the ways the Java EE 5 platform makes life easier for developers.     TECH TIPS    » Using Ajax With Non-HTML Markup in JSF    » Accessing a Secure Enterprise Bean From a Java Client or Through Java Web Start Technology     BOOKS    » NetBeans Field Guide  This excerpt from NetBeans Field Guide Chapter 5, "Debugging Java Applications," shows you how to step through code, set and manage breakpoints, monitor variables, and control thread execution.    » Java EE and .NET Interoperability   Using practical examples and sample code, this book provides sixteen key interoperability strategies to integrate between Java EE and .NET platforms that save developers time and effort.    » Core Security Patterns: Best Practices and Strategies for J2EE, Web Services, and Identity Management   This hands-on practitioner's guide presents best practices for security in large-scale, industrial-strength applications.     WEBINAR    » Migrating Java Apps to the Sun Java System Application Server View this one-hour webinar archive to learn about the requirements, methodology, and tools for migrating existing applications from previous versions--and from other popular app servers--to the current release (8.2) of Sun Java System Application Server.     CHATS    » Online Engineer-to-Engineer Session on Java EE 5 Platform and Enterprise JavaBeans 3.0 Need the inside scoop on the Java EE 5 Platform and Enterprise JavaBeans 3.0? Get the latest information directly from the experts in an engineer-to-engineer session on June 6 and 7.    » Service-Oriented Architecture: Shift to Success In this Sun Net Talk, find out how SOA, with a comprehensive set of standards, strategies, and solutions, can drive business and IT to new levels of flexibility and integration. Register and watch now.    » Upgrading the Health Care Environment to Sun Java Composite Application Platform Suite 5.1 Listen to this Net Talk Take 10 that discusses why upgrading to Sun Java CAPS 5.1 can facilitate improved hospital and physician work flows, improve service, and reduce costs.     NEWSLETTERS    » Sun Student Connection Newsletter Brings you the latest news on open source developer tools, technology resources, and Java technology-based Internet games.    » Core Java Technologies Newsletter Get the latest highlights of the latest Core Java technology releases and tools.    » Mobility Developer Newsletter Catch the latest highlights of the latest releases of Wireless and Java Card technologies.    » Sun Developer Network Program News Providing news and information of value to SDN users including product announcements, user group meetings, early access programs and more.     COMMUNITY    » Java Enterprise Community Here's the place to exchange ideas with other developers working with Java EE technologies.    » The Aquarium Dive into The Aquarium to get daily news from the Project GlassFish community.     TRAINING    » In Three Days, You Can Learn How to Build Cool Web Applications! With Sun Java Studio Creator, you can quickly build web applications that access databases, EJB components, and web services using GUI and AJAX-enabled components. Check out the new Creator course coming to San Francisco, CA, Atlanta, GA, and Burlington, MA in June.    » New Course: Developing Secure Java Web Services This new 2-day workshop is for business component and client developers who are creating web services and are interested in implementing standard security mechanisms in their web service applications.    » Popular Java Courses Now Available on CD-ROM Five of Sun's most popular instructor-led courses in Java technology are now available on CD-ROM. Look for course numbers CDJ-110A, CDJ-275A, CDJ-310A, CDJ-314A, and CDJ-351A.   ANNOUNCEMENTS  » Free Bonus Class for Java University Attendees During JavaOne Java University has just added a bonus evening course "Exploring Ajax & JavaServer Faces (JSF)." This course is only available to those attending one of the four Java University courses held during the day on May 15, and is provided at no additional cost.    » NetBeans Enterprise Pack 5.5 Preview Download this preview release, give us your feedback, and enter for a chance to win an Apple iPod Nano!    » New Java for Business Integration Web Site Visit this one-stop business integration resource site for reference guides, an online learning series about SOA, JBI, and Open ESB for service-oriented integration, and more.    » New Web Portal: My Sun Connection Here you can find some of the essential resources you need to successfully install, configure, and use your Sun software.    » SOA Interactive Tour Whether you are technical or business focused, this SOA demonstration explains what SOA is, how to implement it, and the benefits to you.    » Federation Flash Demo This funny, out-of-the-box self-running Flash demo simplifies the concept of federation. Demo: http://www.sun.com/software/media/flash/demo_federation/index.html Identity Management Solutions: http://www.sun.com/emrkt/idmanagement/federation.jsp    » Basics of Identity Federation Datasheet This identity federation two-page primer covers what it is, why we need it, how it works, how it can benefit businesses, and how Sun is leading the way.    » Join the Sun Identity Insights Program Stay up to date on business and technology trends in identity management. As a member, you will receive a bi-monthly eNewsletter, special offers, and more.

EVENTS » Register Today for Sun Tech Days Tap the power of Java technology and the Solaris platform with in-depth technical training at the Sun Tech Days conference in Johannesburg, South Africa, May 3-4. Learn more and register now.   » The Ajax Experience 2006 The Ajax Experience will feature more than 30 technically focused sessions spanning 4 parallel tracks. The event takes place May 10-12 at the Westin St. Francis Hotel in San Francisco.   » 2006 JavaOne Conference Attend the 2006 JavaOne Conference, May 16-19 at Moscone Center in San Francisco, and hear from some of the best and brightest in the industry at the technical sessions. Check the web site for the latest conference offerings.   » NetBeans Software Day at the 2006 JavaOne Conference Join Java Puzzlers authors Josh Bloch and Neal Gafter - plus James Gosling and a host of other Java luminaries - for this bigger-than-ever pre-JavaOne event. Register now for your chance at free books, USB RAM giveaways, and more. Monday, May 15, 2006 at the Argent Hotel in San Francisco.   » Reception for Sun Certified Java Professionals at JavaOne All Sun certified Java programmers, developers, and architects are invited to the 3rd annual reception for Sun Certified Professionals on Wednesday, May 17 during the JavaOne Conference in San Francisco.   » Project GlassFish JUG and Reception at JavaOne Short discussions about Java EE 5, AJAX, and GlassFish and awards followed by mixer. May 17 from 5-7 p.m. at the Argent Hotel in San Francisco.   » Java Community Process Community at the 2006 JavaOne Conference Join the JCP Program Community event hosted by the PMO in the pavilion area of the Argent Hotel in San Francisco on May 17 at 6:30 p.m., for food, drinks, and prizes.   » More Events