Synopsis
Explains how to build a Web site with a Sybase back end. Two sample scenarios in the text detail how to design Web applications using tools on the CD-ROM. The companion CD-ROM contains shareware, demo, and evaluation copies of third-party software for the design, development, and administration of Web applications using Sybase. Appendices answer frequently asked questions and list online resources. Targeted at computer professionals, home Web site developers, and Sybase users looking to move their content to the Web. Little background in Web site administration and Sybase are assumed. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.
From the Back Cover
This is the first complete guide to designing, building and working with Sybase-based Web sites. It will get Web developers up-to-speed on Web database technology, explain Sybase SQL Server 11's Web-related features in detail, and show exactly how to build a Web site around an Sybase SQL Server 11 database.This book contains detailed coverage of the Sybase SQL Server 11 features that make Web development with Sybase unique. Learn which programming or scripting language is most appropriate for your application, and how Sybase SQL Server 11 integrates with CGI scripts and HTML pages. Understand how to build Sybase-based applications that interact with the user; how to overcome the limitations of HTML forms; and how to make the most of advanced data presentation techniques. Learn how to use forms, databases and persistent cookies to maintain application state; how to improve the performance of Web-based database applications; and how to utilize data from enterprise-based data stores. Understand critical firewall and security issues, and how to handle backup and recovery on your Sybase-based Web site. Finally, in two detailed chapters, walk through the construction of a real-world Sybase-based Web application.All Sybase developers, especially those focused on Web development projects.
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