Maven 2.0: Enterprise Peace of Mind Is All Part of the Package   02 Aug 2005 04:04 GMT
If you're a Java developer who hasn't yet experimented with Maven for managing enterprise Java projects, now is a good time to jump in. The 2.0 version of Maven, currently in beta, provides many significant improvements over previous versions. Follow along for a complete tutorial on the benefits of Maven.
Source: DevX

Taking Service-Oriented Architectures Mobile, Part 2: Mobile Transactions   02 Aug 2005 04:00 GMT
This series looks at how it is possible to extend the basic principles of service-oriented architecture (SOA) to devices at the edge of the network . This article adds the ability for devices to become involved in atomic transactions. Transactions are vital in ensuring that all of the relevant resources that a system provides are coordinated and managed so that the overall state of the system remains consistent.
Source: Java.net