Java EE at a Glance

Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) builds on the solid foundation of Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) and is the industry standard for implementing enterprise-class service-oriented architecture (SOA) and next-generation web applications. The SDKs contain Sun GlassFish Enterprise Server, previously named Sun Java System Application Server, and provide support for Java EE 5 specifications.

What's New   May 16, 2008 Updated: Securing Applications With Identity Services, Part 1: Authentication Learn how to configure OpenSSO so as to authenticate users with identity-service interfaces that support SOAP with WSDL and REST. This updated article reflects the latest UI and parameters for the REST operations.   May 09, 2008 Creating a Java EE Appliance on OpenSolaris At the JavaOne conference, Sun technical evangelists Peter Karlsson and Chuk-Munn Lee discussed how to build a Java EE platform-based appliance with the GlassFish application server on OpenSolaris.   May 08, 2008 Java-Centricity -- Java Technology at the Hub of Your Digital Life This year's technical general session hosted by Sun Distinguished Engineer and Chief Technology Officer for Software, Bob Brewin, highlighted what's new in the Java EE and Java SE platforms. It was also spiced up by a variety of cool JavaFX-driven demos.   May 07, 2008 An Overview and Demonstration of OpenSSO and Federation At CommunityOne 2008, Sun's identity management experts describe the latest model of effecting single sign-on and the process of federating across enterprises with OpenSSO.   » See all Events   Sun Tech Days Get practical information, examples of real-world solutions, and hands-on training. Read blog reports from each city. Mexico City, Mexico May 21-23 Manila, Philippines June 17-19   See more developer events   Training and Certification   Java EE Training Find out about training for architects and web component, business component, and integration developers.   Certification Learn about various Sun certification courses for programmers and enterprise architects, preparation methods, and savings programs.     Support   Got Technical Questions? Get Answers. Sun Developer Expert Assistance provides online support services for programming and other technical issues. Learn more.   Need Help with Your App Server? Find out about support options for Sun Java System Application Server 9.1.

Spotlight   2008 JavaOne Conference Watch the webcasts and videos and read all about what happened at the 2008 JavaOne Conference. See blogs from the SDN staff.   Project SailFin and Ericsson Application Competition Create or enhance an IMS client-server application for a chance to win USD $5,000 or a Sony Ericsson phone.   Connect and Participate With GlassFish Sweepstakes Winner We've announced the lucky winner of an iPhone...   Participate   Participate With SDN Share SDN Share is the place to share code and tech tips. Vote and comment on the latest posts from your peers.   Recent Posts: JSP Database Page Generator Data Access Object Code for JPA EJB 3.0 Features Community   Open-Source Java Project Sun's Java implementation and Free Software unite.   GlassFish Participate in the community development of the GlassFish application server, which implements the newest features in the Java EE 5 platform.   The Aquarium Get daily news from the GlassFish Community. And read about GlassFish in the real world in Stories.   Samples for Project GlassFish Developers can use and contribute to the sample applications that demonstrate Java EE technology using the Java EE SDK built by the GlassFish Community.   Java EE Forums Share information, locate tried solutions, and learn best practices for Sun products and technologies.   Java Enterprise Community Here's the place to exchange ideas with other developers working with Java EE technologies.