Enterprise Java for SAP

By Austin Sincock

Book Overview

* Bridges the gap between SAP's language ABAP and object-oriented Java. * Provides a complete look at SAP's Java connector, Jco. * Demonstrates graphical application development for SAP using Java's Swing libraries. * Shows how to deploy and build Java applications on the Tomcat Java application server. * Teaches how to deploy the Java-based HypersonicSQL database, use SQL to populate the database, and tie the external database into an SAP system with Java.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1590590988
• ISBN13: 9781590590980
• Release Date: July 2003
• Publisher: Apress
• Length: 320 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.3" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

From the author...

I am the author of Enterprise Java for SAP and would like to clarify a few points about the text. I have noticed that several reviewers were dissatisfied with the book due to the introductory treatment of Java and JCo. I would like to stress to all current and potential readers that this is a book written for the SAP developer, specifically someone well-versed in ABAP but who has had little to no exposure to Java programming. The world of SAP development tends to be somewhat insular, with the bulk of commonly used tools provided explicitly within the SAP suite (ABAP Workbench, Menu Painter, Screen Painter, etc.). In my experience, many strict SAP developers have never been exposed to open source development technologies and struggle to gain entry into that world. The specific "open source" focus of this book is intended to demonstrate how these technologies can be used within an SAP environment. If you are an SAP developer with an interest in broadening your development skills, I would definitely recommend checking out my book. If you are an experienced Java developer looking for an SAP JCo reference, I would pass on this book and check out the various articles and postings available on the Web. A good place to start is SearchSAP.com, where I have posted a number of articles and expert advice on the targeted use of connecting Java applications to SAP via SAP's Java connector, JCo. I also welcome questions/comments via email at austin at opensourceguru dot com.

The best SAP-Java resource for beginners!

As an INTRODUCTION to SAP development using Java, this book has no equal. Its plain language makes it simple to learn this complex topic. Both subjects, SAP and Java, are too extensive to be covered by a single book though; so, don't consider this will be your only source of information. However, if you need to write either SAP interfaces or external applications using JCo, you won't find better resource than this one out there to kick off your development tasks.

Great way to keep marketable

I found the book really helpful. It didn't bog down into all the exceptions and special cases in Java. It was easy to read and straight forward. It covers new developments in Java and SAP, like using Apache Struts. I found the examples to be helpful. The thing that was most important to me was the fact the book introduced me to new technology that was relevant to me, where I want to go, and where I think the market will be going too.

Completely disagree with prior review.

I have to say that I completely disagree with the prior review. I found this book to be both helpful and insightful. Not to mention, it was actually enjoyable to read. APress continues to publish some great texts.