Imperfect XML, rants, raves, tips, and tricks from an insider
Auteur : MEGGINSON David
- XML isn't perfect. This book exposes critical deficiencies in XML, as well as techniques for dealing with them.
- Hot topics including Web services, the XML standards maze, and XML performance limitations are covered.
- Megginson, the inventor of SAX, has been working with XML for over a decade, he has found limitations that require workarounds--he shares his wisdom here.
Preface.
The Idea of XML.
Structure of the Book.
Thanks.
I. XML DECISION-MAKING.
1. The Standards Maze.
The Advantages of Standardization.
The Disadvantages of Standardization.
XML Standards Players.
XML-Related Specifications.
Special Topics.
Final Words on Standards.
2. Planning an XML Project.
Components of an XML Project.
XML Project Pitfalls.
How XML Projects Can Succeed.
Final Words on Planning.
II. XML IMPLEMENTATION.
3. XML Documents.
Advantages of XML for Documents.
Disadvantages of XML for Documents.
Formatting and Production.
Special Topics.
Final Words on Documents.
4. XML Data.
The Advantages of XML Data.
The Disadvantages of XML Data.
Common Data Styles.
Markup Issues.
Special Topics.
Final Words on XML Data.
5. XML Networking.
Advantages of XML Networking.
Disadvantages of XML Networking.
XML Networking Styles.
Special Topics.
Final Words on XML Networking.
III. SPECIAL ISSUES.
6. XML Searching.
The Advantages of Searching XML.
The Disadvantages of Searching XML.
Markup Considerations.
Final Words on XML Searching.
7. XML and Legacy Information.
Advantages of XML for Legacy Information.
Disadvantages of XML for Legacy Information.
Special Topics.
Final Words on XML and Legacy Information.
8. XML Performance and Size.
Advantages of XML for Size and Performance.
Disadvantages of XML for Size and Performance.
Processing Performance.
Size.
Final Words on Performance and Size.
9. Final Words.
Glossary of Terms and Concepts.
Bibliography.
Index.
Date de parution : 12-2004
Ouvrage de 352 p.