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What are the benefits of event-driven architecture patterns?

See how event-driven architecture patterns can set up an enterprise application for adaptability in a way that monolithic architectures can't. Continue Reading
How do you choose between SDKs and APIs for enterprise apps?

Explore the pros and cons that differentiate SDKs and APIs from each other and come to understand what types of applications call for SDKs, APIs or both. Continue Reading
Can API mapping fix data integration problems?

The more distributed and complex a modern application is, the more likely an API mapping tool should join the developers' arsenal for efficient design and troubleshooting. Continue Reading
Why would I use Micronaut framework instead of Java?

Micronaut is JVM-based, so what does it bring to application development and test that the Java framework doesn't already address? Continue Reading
What key messaging patterns should enterprise architects know?

An unknowable number of interactions occur to enable digitization. Applications must pass these messages according to a design pattern, and these two categories suit enterprise-scale apps. Continue Reading

What are TOGAF benefits for large enterprises' architectures?

Enterprise architects should value a standardized architecture framework, especially during microservices adoption. Here's how TOGAF helps control enterprise software development processes. Continue Reading
When should I choose between serverless and microservices?

Serverless and microservices work well together, but they still have their unique qualities. We review their main differences and where one might accomplish goals the other can't. Continue Reading
What tools help with microservices Salesforce development?

It's not always easy to develop Salesforce apps with microservices. Developers and admins should evaluate CI/CD tools that support microservices development in the Salesforce world. Continue Reading
Should I use in-house or SaaS tools to develop APIs?

It's perfectly viable to approach API development using either in-house or SaaS-provided tooling, but each path has its place. Learn how to choose between these two methods. Continue Reading
Should I use tools that support the OpenAPI Specification?

Thinking about applying the OpenAPI Specification to API development? Analyze OpenAPI's automation and standardization benefits and see if it will ease your API design difficulties. Continue Reading
How can microservices help modernize legacy applications?

Can microservices help modernize legacy applications? An expert lists ways microservices help developers break the monolith into functional services. Continue Reading

How can Chaos Monkey testing help with microservices?

Resilience testing isn't just for infrastructure. Architects can adopt this disaster recovery testing strategy to build more reliable microservice applications. Continue Reading
Can containerization tools aid microservices communication?

Containerization tools have taken on a critical role in managing communication between microservices, and two Kubernetes-based tools in particular are getting the job done. Continue Reading
What does 2018 hold for application containerization?

There was plenty of movement around Kubernetes in 2017, and there seems to be more to come in the year ahead. Twain Taylor makes predictions about container management in 2018. Continue Reading
Native apps or APIs when developing for mobile platforms?

Although Android and iOS rule mobile OSes, within these OSes are multiple versions. Because of this, when developing for mobile platforms, you face a choice: native apps or MBaaS APIs. Continue Reading
Does Kubernetes service governance work for microservices?

Learn how Kubernetes container orchestration can be leveraged by organizations to provide the service registry governance needed to support a microservices architecture. Continue Reading
Are there easier ways to build mobile apps?

As the mobile industry is maturing, so is the way apps are being designed. Learn about the latest tools and software updates to help support and build mobile apps. Continue Reading
How do I connect to JSON APIs in an Android project?

In this article, mobile expert Matthew David walks developers through some of the most effective ways to connect to JSON APIs in an Android-based project. Continue Reading
Connecting APIs: How to integrate a JSON framework with iOS

Apple now supports two developmental languages. This means integrating JSON with iOS isn't as difficult as it might seem. Expert Matthew David explains further. Continue Reading
Is the future of vertical video here?

Mobile phones have shifted the demand from the horizontal video format to vertical. But what has prompted people to change their preference? Matthew David examines these trends. Continue Reading
How does application container technology affect CI efforts?

Containers are certainly the new app development craze, but does this new technology help or hinder efforts around continuous integration? Chris Riley examines. Continue Reading
Are automobiles the next mobile app platform?

Is the car the next mobile app platform? Considering the moves that have been made by companies like Apple and Google, and it very well could be. Matthew David examines the trend. Continue Reading
Should we take a mobile-first approach to development?

More and more companies are placing emphasis on the idea of 'mobile first.' But what does it mean to take a mobile-first approach to development? Continue Reading
What are some strong tools for mobile app analytics?

How can you keep better track of your mobile campaigns? In this article, contributor Matthew David examines a number of analytics tools for mobile apps and how to use them effectively. Continue Reading
Should I support Android in the Enterprise?

Is it worth an organization's time to support the use of Android in the enterprise? The answer is yes, and contributor Matthew David explains why. Continue Reading
How do you modernize legacy apps for mobile devices?

Here are several options for incorporating mobile apps as part of a legacy system modernization effort. Approaches include vendor apps and writing APIs. Continue Reading
What is the best pattern to use for data persistence?

When designing an application, developers must decide how to implement data persistence. Brad Irby explains which data persistence pattern to consider. Continue Reading
What are some good suggestions for code refactoring tools?

Code refactoring tools are plentiful, so how do you choose the one that's right for you? Brad Irby explains what to look for when choosing a tool. Continue Reading
What are the best ways to prevent refactoring problems?

How do refactoring problems come about, and is there a way to predict them? Contributor Brad Irby has the answers. Continue Reading
Enterprise design: Is three-tiered architecture still useful?

When dealing with complex systems, an enterprise design that includes a Web services tier that can support different types of devices is a necessity. Continue Reading
What role does an ESB play in RESTful integration?

ESBs may move from the central integration hub toward a specialized role integrating new RESTful architecture with legacy applications. Continue Reading
Will HTML5 applications change enterprise application development?

HTML5 applications should have a very positive impact on enterprise application development, particularly with Web applications and mobile application development. Continue Reading
Is BASE a more scalable alternative to ACID transactions?

ACID is used to summarize the basic properties of a transaction in the database sense of the word, not the logical "business" transaction sense. On the other hand BASE is used to summarize the properties many large scale Web sites follow to relax or... Continue Reading
How can I communicate to EJB in another server?

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How to find all the List elements that contain a particular value using XPath and XSLT?

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What is MQSeries, also known as IBM WebSphere MQ?

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