This book comes with trial versions of all the software users need to build sophisticated, Web-based, database-enabled applications--even Java Beans components. The authors offer expert advice on object-oriented development techniques, optimizing visual environments, and building real-world enterprise applications.

A practical guide to the latest features of Versions 3.02 and 3.5 and a valuable resource for IBM's VisualAge for Java certification program. IBM's VisualAge for Java is one of the leading tools available for building Java and JavaBeans applications. Currently, IBM's VisualAge for Java certification programs are offered all over the world. Written by IBM insiders, this book focuses on the more advanced topics related to VisualAge for Java and prepares readers for the certification program. Readers learn VisualAge for Java's IDE and how to use the language for Enterprise Data Access and transaction processing. CD-ROM contains IBM VisualAge for Java Entry Edition, Sun Java 2, and all the code examples from the book.

This tutorial, by renowned Java authority Bill O’Farrell, introduces visual programming concepts and shows you how to construct your first Java programs. System Requirements for the Tutorial: Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows NT, or Windows 2000, CD-ROM drive, Pentium® 90 or better, sound card and speakers or headphones, a printer for printed output. System Requirements for the IBM VisualAge for Java Product: Windows 98, Windows NT, or Windows 2000, a minimum of 48 MB of RAM is required for IBM VisualAge for Java; a minimum of 128 MB of RAM is required for the IBM VisualAge for Java WebSphere Test Environment

The all-in-one resource for enterprise Web development with IBM VisualAge for Java 3.5 Professional Edition. Straight from IBM, the first complete guide to the newest and best version of IBM VisualAge for Java. Broad coverage includes architecture, server-side development, targeting WebSphere platforms, extending legacy code, application publishing, and more.