When evaluating new Java Web application tools look back to the most basic Java development tools and see where the new tool takes you from there.

A new technology’s successful adoption often depends on its development tools. Good tools help new developers more easily get started and make experienced developers more productive. For instance, the ...

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Sun's ubiquitous Java is a strong candidate to become one of the holy grails of computing -- a universal implementation language. The still immature software is held back by several shortcomings, but ...

Java revolutionized software development 30 years ago. Even with the rise of web apps, there's a bright future for Java desktop application development.

Java application development includes various great programming tools that make it easier for application developers to get their hands on it and build an application that is perfect for your needs.

If you're looking to build Java Web applications or Web services, a new form of software assistance may be emerging. A startup company, Wakesoft, is offering one version of that software in its ...

Java remains a powerhouse tool for application development, but developers need to take advantage of new design principles to get the most from their applications. Dave Rosenberg has more than 15 ...

A look at some of the best database and RDBMS tools for Java software developers. Learn more about Java and database programming. Java developers often rely on specific database tools to efficiently ...