A Methodology for Client/Server and Web Application Development

Shows you how to impose needed discipline on even the most complex Web & client/server development projects. Discover specific ways to mitigate the risks that lead so many Web & client/server projects to fail. Paper. DLC: Client/server computing.

From the back cover:

Bring discipline and power to all your Web & C/S projects! Roger Fournier‘s.

A Methodology for Client/Server and Web Application Development shows you how to impose needed discipline on even the most complex Web and client/server development projects. Fournier‘s start–to–finish methodology walks you step–by–step through every phase: survey, analysis, design, construction, implementation and beyond. Master powerful techniques for delivering finished software faster, including iterative/incremental development, prototyping, timeboxing and joint facilitated user sessions.

With extensive examples, checklists and worksheets, Fournier demonstrates how to:

• Build an enterprise architecture with true scalability and flexibility.
• Leverage object–oriented programming techniques to the fullest.
• Establish an effective testing process.
• Promote reusability with DCOM/ActiveX  , CORBA, and JavaBeans  components.

Implement technology infrastructures that support Web and C/S development. Discover specific ways to mitigate the risks that lead so many Web and client/server projects to fail. Learn how to improve communication with users, design databases and Web database access more effectively, plan for user training and data conversion and much more. There are no silver bullets, but this book‘s systematic "best practices" approach, tips and techniques will help you take charge of your Web and client/server development–and deliver business results faster than ever before.

About the Author:

ROGER FOURNIER is a software practitioner who has acquired through the years a solid background in large software development projects. During his career, Roger has held several management positions in different IT organizations and has implemented software systems for large organizations based in Europe and North America. Roger is currently managing a specialized Application Development Technology department, composed of highly skilled database and software development specialists and practitioners, at a world leading jet engine manufacturer.