Publisher's Synopsis
Thanks to the tireless efforts of open–source developers, Cocoon has quickly gained visibility as the preeminent XML–based Web publishing framework. Unfortunately, its documentation remains a significant shortcoming. If you re new to Cocoon, gaining a sense of exactly what you can do with it can be difficult, and actually getting started can be even harder.
Cocoon 2 Programming: Web Publishing with XML and Java clearly explains the value of Cocoon and helps you build on your familiarity with XML and Java Servlets as you design, build, and implement a range of Cocoon applications. You ll begin by learning to control presentation for various platforms, both wired and wireless. Then you ll move on to Cocoon s capabilities for logic control and content management, using both sitemaps and XSP to create a site dynamically generated from a variety of data sources and types.
As you ll see, Cocoon also supports powerful organizing techniques known as
design patterns , and you ll master their use in both presentation and content generation. These are essential tools for the planning of your site; for after it s implemented, you ll command powerful techniques for site management and optimization.
The Web s dependence on XML is growing rapidly and with it the list of companies that have adopted Cocoon. Is Cocoon for you?
Cocoon 2 Programming will guide you through your decision and far beyond, providing all the assistance you need to build a dynamic, XML–based site and keep moving into the future.
