This unique book on SAP's new Java-based user interface (UI) technology teaches readers how to leverage the full power of Web Dynpro—taking it well beyond the standard drag and drop functionality. You'll start with a detailed introduction to the Web Dynpro basics like MVC Design Pattern, the general architecture, event handling, and the phase model. Then, benefit from expert guidance on how to create your own Web Dynpro applications, with volumes of practical insights on the dos and don’ts of Web Dynpro Programming. The authors provide you with detailed sections on the use of the Adaptive RFC layer, as well as Dynamic Programming techniques, to name just a few. This exceptional book from the SAP NetWeaver ESSENTIALS series is complemented by an in-depth class and interface reference, which further assists readers in their efforts to modify existing objects, design custom controllers, and much more.
Chris Whealy first started working on SAP R/2 systems in 1993 making assembler and ABAP modifications to the RV and RF modules. With the launch of SAP R/3 version 2.0, he started working in the Basis area performing installations, upgrades and system administration. This work went hand in hand with his on going ABAP work. Joining SAP UK in May 1995, Chris has always had an interest in custom interfaces into and out of the R/3 system, so in 1996 when the internet boom started to take hold, he began to focus on browser based interfaces to R/3 using SAP's Internet Transaction Server. Chris has worked with SAP's web based technology as it has grown and matured, and in late 2002 turned his attention to Web Dynpro. Chris spent a significant proportion of 2003 working closely with the Web Dynpro development team in Walldorf both learning the new technology and documenting its inner workings. In October 2003, Chris was able to put his knowledge into practice when he started work as the lead technical consultant for a large Web Dynpro based project at the UK subsidiary of a major international Tax and Audit firm.