A guide to writing better Web applications using server-side JavaScript (SSJS), covering how SSJS works and how to use it, and capabilities of SSJS. Real-world analogies, examples, and discussion of common pitfalls demonstrate the proper way to employ specific features in SSJS applications. Assumes familiarity with Web applications, and some knowledge of JavaScript, or of Java, C, or VBScript. The companion CD-ROM contains sample SSJS applications for all examples in the book, plus online reference materials, LDAP and Messaging SDKs, and an evaluation copy of NetObjects ScriptBuilder. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
Robert Husted is the Intranet Technical Lead for Qwest Communications, where he develops server-side JavaScript applications and Java servlets. Formerly the Netscape Technology Evangelist for SSJS, Robert assisted in the creation of The Virtual Intranet and Netscape's first Extranet. He has published numerous articles, technotes, and sample code on the Netscape Developer's site, DevEdge Online.
J.J. Kuslich is an experienced project manager and Internet applications developer. He has designed, developed, and managed numerous Web application projects using Server-Side JavaScript(TM) and other server-side technologies. He is a regular columnist for Netscape View Source magazine and has written sample applications that ship with Netscape Enterprise Server.
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