The J2EE Architect’s Handbook

Get a free pdf copy of “The J2EE Architect’s Handbook: How to be a successful technical architect for J2EE applications”, by Derek C. Ashmore.  This book is written for technical architects and senior developers tasked with designing and leading the development of J2EE java applications.

Description
Design J2EE applications so that they are robust, extensible, and easy to maintain, Apply commonly used design patterns effectively, Identify and address application architectural issues before they hinder the development team, Document and communicate the application design so that the development team’s work is targeted, Avoid common mistakes that derail project budgets and timelines, Guide the development team through the design and construction process, Setup effective procedures and guidelines that increase stability and decrease bug reports, Effectively estimate needed resources and timelines.

Contents

Project Development Team and Project Life Cycle
Defining the Project
Scope Definition and Estimation
Designing External Application Interfaces
A Layered Approach to J2EE Design
Creating the Object Model
Creating the Data Model
Network Architecture
Planning Construction
Building Value Objects
Building XML Access Objects
Building Database Access Objects
Building Business Objects
Building Deployment Layer Objects
Building the Presentation Layer
Building Architectural Components
Application Architecture Strategies
Functional Testing Guidelines
Performance Tuning and Load Testing
Postimplementation Activities