Fundamentals of Web Applications Using .Net and XML [Paperback]

Eric Bell (Author), Hao Howard Feng (Author), Edward L.W. Soong (Author), David Zhang (Author), Shijia Sam Zhu (Author)

Book Description

Series: Oberg.Net | Publication Date: March 4, 2002

This is a practical introduction to the fundamentals of .NET Web development for experienced programmers who are now learning .NET. Using rich code examples, this book covers the entire process of .NET Web development, and all the relevant technologies, from ASP.NET to XML. The authors offer a concise review of traditional Web development, then demonstrate the value .NET adds for those building advanced Web applications and services. After introducing .NET's key languages, they present a straightforward migration path from current technologies to ASP.NET, ADO.NET and VB.NET. Coverage includes: .NET framework and architecture; the role of XML, SOAP, and UDDI in .NET development; new techniques such as object remoting; and interoperability with non-.NET systems. The book's key concepts are tied together through a case study that is shared by other books in this .NET series from Object Innovations and Prentice Hall PTR -- giving readers a jumpstart when they're ready for other books in the series.

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From the Back Cover

The experienced programmer's complete guide to .NET Web development.

• Covers the entire process of .NET Web development!
• Includes extensive coverage of Web Forms, Web Services, SOAP and XML
• Contains a concise review tutorial on "classic" Web programming—perfect for developers migrating from traditional or client/server environments

Want the most efficient way to successfully get up to speed on Microsoft's .NET developer platform? Using rich code examples, Fundamentals of Web Applications Using .NET and XML provides thorough coverage of the entire process of building Web applications using .NET. For programmers migrating from traditional or client/server environments, the authors offer a concise review tutorial of traditional Web programming then demonstrates the value .NET adds for those building advanced Web application and services. With its systematic, step-by-step style, industry leading insight, and technical expertise, this book showcases .NET to developers in a way that is easy to read and hard to live without.

• Thorough coverage of the .NET framework and architecture
• Straightforward migration path from current technologes to ASP.NET, ADO.NET and VB.NET
• Expert explanation of the role of XML, SOAP and UDDI in .NET development
• Thorough treatment of new techniques such as Object Remoting
• Includes information on interoperability with non-.NET systems

About the Author

Eric Bell has more than 20 years of experience as a hardware engineer, software developer, and trainer. Since 1993, he has specialized in Windows technologies.

Hao "Howard" Feng is a solutions architect who designs, develops, and deploys systems for the J2EE platform (EJBs, Servlets, and JMS) and the Microsoft Commerce Server platform.

Edward L.W. Soong, founder and president of Anew Technology, is a specialist in e-business consulting and development, IT training, and technology related business development.

Dr. David Zhang has 18 years' experience developing large-scale database applications, including online transaction processing systems and data warehouses.

Shija Sam Zhu, manager of technologies and methods at Delphi Technology, has been a software developer for over 20 years.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 608 pages
• Publisher: Pearson Education; 1st edition (March 4, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0130417904
• ISBN-13: 978-0130417909
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 7 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,184,122 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific book, July 25, 2002

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This review is from: Fundamentals of Web Applications Using .Net and XML (Paperback)

This book is proposed for the experienced programmers who are not necessarily familiar with .NET. The book introduces the fundamentals of Web technology in a straightforward and crisp way. This book is also perfect for programmers who have basic knowledge in programming languages such as Visual Basic, C/C++, Jscript and Java, who may or may not have Web programming experience.this book is clearly defined, in-depth, example-rich, provides a hands on guide to Fundamentals of Web Applications Using .NET and XML. Using real-world examples and a detailed case study, this book helps you master the Web Programming using .NET.