Web Programming with the SAP Web Application Server

This much anticipated reference book is essential for those who need to fully understand, and become highly proficient with, the development of Web applications (Business Server Pages or BSPs) on the SAP Web Application Server (Web AS). First, get up to speed quickly with profound insights into the SAP Web AS architecture with an in-depth focus on those components that are critical to Internet integration: the Internet Communication Framework (ICF) and the Internet Communication Manager (ICM), as well as the SAP J2EE Engine. Then, benefit immediately from a detailed introduction to the basics of BSP development (components, event handlers, and MVC Design Pattern). Plus, discover the ins and outs of Web standards such as HTML, JavaScript, HTTP, and XML.

This unique book also offers you a thorough presentation of the key individual development tools, namely, Object Navigator, Web Application Builder, WebDAV interface, and Online Text Repository (OTR). Finally, you'll learn step-by-step how to develop a fully functional Web application by leveraging the comprehensive and practical examples provided.

Highlights Include:

- SAP Web AS architecture
- ICM, ICF, and SAP J2EE Engine
- Basic Web languages and standards
- BSP components and event handlers
- MVC Design Pattern
- Object Navigator and Web Application Builder
- Overview of classes and interfaces
- Fully functional practical examples

PLUS -- Order now and receive a coupon for your FREE copy of the Complete SAP Web AS Release 6.20 test version (on 2 CDs), which will be delivered to you at no extra cost!

Frédéric Heinemann and Christian Rau work internationally as Technology Consultants and Developers at Novasoft AG in Rüsselsheim, Germany. They are primarily involved with emerging SAP technologies such as the SAP Web Application Server and SAP Enterprise Portals.