A comprehensive tutorial that introduces the Mule ESB along with ESB development best practices. Designed for working Java developers, this authoritative book explores the architecture and the main features of version Mule 2 through numerous running examples.

A comprehensive look at the Grails framework. Written for Java developers, this book covers the nuts and bolts of the core Grails components: controllers, views, services, webflows, taglibs, ajax, and plugins. It is jam-packed with tutorials, techniques, and insights from the trenches, helping you solve the challenges you're likely to face developing your next killer web app.

A valuable guide to key SOA concepts. Shows why open source products are a competitive alternative to expensive commercial solutions. The book includes full lifecycle coverage of building an SOA system, as well as case studies, mix-n-match tools for unique solutions, and an integrated Eclipse project, with all libraries packaged for running the examples.

A handbook for web developers who want to exploit relationships in user data that can't be discovered manually. With a wealth of detailed Java-based examples, this book shows you how to build applications that behave intelligently and learn from your users' actions.

Go from beginner to master in the subtle art of unit testing. This book shows how to create tests that are maintainable, readable, and test the right thing over time. You will learn how to make your development process—and your business—more agile.

Shows you practical techniques and strategies to move from your existing process to an Agile process by focusing on the importance of adapting Agile principles to the realities of your environment and by following a case study that is developed throughout the book.

A tutorial that begins with the basic steps and goes on to explore sophisticated topics like callable objects, reflection, and threading. The book concentrates on the Ruby language, preparing you for any way that you may choose to use it. Covers Ruby 1.9.1.

A concise, hands-on developer's guide for the Android operating system and development tools. It starts by introducing Android basics as well as architectural concepts and then presents practical examples, showing you how to build apps that use, extend, or replace Android's features, both large and small.

A gentle but thorough introduction to the world of computer programming using the easy to learn Python language. A 12-year-old will be able to follow along and have fun too, but anyone who wants to learn how to program a computer will benefit from this book. Even adults. It can be used at home or in a classroom setting.

An overview of the .NET framework for Python programmers. Shows how to embed IronPython in applications and how to extend IronPython with C#. Also covers web programming with ASP, SIlverlight and the DLR.

Offers detailed strategies for using Ruby in a large-scale environment. You'll see concrete examples of integration, messaging, web development, and databases, all presented in a clear Problem/Solution format. Learn how to get the job done in less time!

Introduces NHibernate and ORM to .NET developers. Learn how to map information between business objects and database tables and explore NHibernate's internal architecture. You'll soon be able to build best-practice enterprise .NET applications with less effort and in less time.

Helps you get down to business with Flex 3 ... fast. This book dives into core topics with lots of examples, giving you a strong foundation that you can build on as the complexity of your projects increases.

A complete guide to the JBoss 5 Application Server, from installation and configuration to production deployment. The book focuses on those things that separate JBoss from other Java EE servers, and covers security, performance, and clustering.

This unique collector's volume includes every User Friendly cartoon strip from November 17, 1997 to November 16, 2007. The strips are annotated with comments from artist and creator J.D. "Illiad" Frazer and presented in chronological order for a twisted take on the last ten years of geekdom.

A comprehensive tutorial for iPhone programming, covering web development, the SDK, and hybrid coding with over 60 web, Dashcode, and SDK examples. The only book on iPhone development you'll ever need.

The first book to cover Hibernate Search guides you through every step to set up full text search functionality in your Java applications. It also introduces core search techniques and reviews the relevant parts of Lucene. For anyone using Hibernate or JBoss Seam, this book is the definitive guide on how to add or enhance search features.