Date: Fri, 13 Jun 2003 00:45:59 +0000 (CUT) From: IBM DB2 Information Management Software Subject: DB2 Information Management Software Today newsletter DB2 Information Management Software Today newsletter Welcome to the IBM DB2 Information Management Software Today newsletter, delivering the latest exciting news on DB2, Informix, U2 and the DB2 Content Manager portfolio of solutions. Each issue brings you our latest offers, downloads, industry solutions, product news, events and more on the entire suite of IBM DB2 Information Management solutions. To customize your newsletter so you receive only what you want or to receive the newsletter in HTML format, please go to https://www6.software.ibm.com/reg/dm-db2modify/dm-db2modify-r DB2 Information Management Software Today is a monthly newsletter emailed to customers worldwide, providing the latest information on the entire IBM Information Management portfolio of solutions. We hope you find the information contained within this newsletter to be useful and we welcome and encourage your feedback. Please send any comments that you may have to imstodayatus.ibm.com. In This Month's Issue: ====================== DB2 Information Management Software in the News o Cybersecurity in a Networked World http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D4 o Exciting New 'Vine to Wine' Software Solution Released http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603j06 o The IBM DB2 Universal Data Warehouse Edition Executive Brochure http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m27 o Q&A: IBM GM Janet Perna on Information Management http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=imnl605s9 Offers o IBM Announces Special Resources for DB2 Windows Developers! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m25 o Free Subscription offer from Database Trends and Applications magazine. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m3 o Brrrr! Don't let your data get frozen! Use DB2. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m8 Events o IBM Data Management Technical Conference http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D14 o IBM DB2 and IMS Technical Conference is back, June 23-27, 2003, Hamburg, Germany http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m1 o Upcoming IDUG Event Information http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m10 DB2 Information Mangement Software Product Line o Major Publication IT Service Provider moves to Linux® with SteelEye® LifeKeeper®, IBM eServer® xSeries(tm) and DB2 UDB solutions http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m12 o The DB2 Framework for Business Intelligence White Paper http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m13 o DB2 Powers Solution for Applying Genetics to Drug Discovery http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m2 IBM Informix Product Line o FourGen CASE Tools V8.1: Generate GUI Applications in Informix-4GL http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m14 Cross Brand Activity o Discover how to expand your business with IBM Express software http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m11 Technical Corner o How to Build a Metadata Bridge for DB2 UDB Cube Views http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D17 o Integrating Custom Geocoders with the DB2 Spatial Extender http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D19 o Tutorial: Developing DB2 for z/OS Database Projects in Visual Studio .NET http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D20 o Setting up a VMware Environment for DB2 UDB for Linux on a Windows Machine http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D22 o Connecting Borland C#Builder to DB2 UDB with Borland Data Providers for the Microsoft .NET Framework http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D23 o Implementing a .NET Managed Provider for DB2 Universal Database http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D24 o Using a Generic SQL Entity EJB Wrapper to Simplify EJB Development http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m38 o Sample Chapter: Business Intelligence for the Enterprise http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m39 o Training Modules: DB2 Everyplace V8.1 http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m40 o Using Hibernate to Persist Your Java Objects to DB2 UDB http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m41 o Customizing the DB2 UDB Command Line Processor http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m42 o Updated! Which Distributed Edition of DB2 UDB is Right for You? http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m43 o Binding DB2 for z/OS Tables and Views to WinForms http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m44 o SQL Procedures Performance: Hints and Tips http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m45 o Getting the IBM Distributed Debugger Code http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D21 Certification o Tutorials: DB2 (Version 8) DBA Certification Preparation http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D18 o DB2 V8.1 Database Administration Certification Preparation tutorial series http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m17 o DB2 V8 Family Fundamentals Certification Preparation tutorial series http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m18 o Prepare for DB2 UDB DBA V8.1 Certification with NEW Tutorials! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m29 o Free DB2 UDB Professional Certification Vouchers http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m30 o Get DB2 UDB certified for free at the IBM Content Management & WebSphere Portal Technical Conference http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m32 o Get DB2 UDB certified for free at the WebSphere Exchange Technical Conference http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m33 Training Classes o Get the Newly Updated DB2 UDB Fastpath Course Free! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m31 Web Casts and e-Learning o How to Leverage the Opportunites of Emerging Technologies http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D2 o The Technology of Enterprise Content Management: What is it and where is it going? http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D3 o Energize your Business! Don't Fall Prey to the Summer Slump! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D5 o Look, Ma, No EJBs! Data Access Beans in WebSphere Studio http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m19 o DB2 and Web services: Create Web services on Windows to access DB2 http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m20 o DB2 and Web services: Create Web services on Linux to access DB2 http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m21 o Invoking Web services from SQL tutorial http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m22 o Tools and resources for DB2 and Windows developers http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m23 o Speed-start Web services: tools, training and support for developers http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m24 ------------------------------------------------------------ DB2 Information Management Software in the News ------------------------------------------------------------ Cybersecurity in a Networked World The prevention of high-tech crimes and cyber security has become a high priority for many businesses. Join Michael Vatis, director of the Institute for Security Technology Studies (ISTS) at Dartmouth College and the Chairman of the Institute for Information Infrastructure Protection (I3P) address "Cybersecurity in a Networked World", at the next IBM Insight Exchange(tm) Opportunity webcast on June 25. This presentation will help prepare you to better anticipate and leverage key trends and innovations. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D4 Exciting New 'Vine to Wine' Software Solution Released Modular Information Systems, an IBM U2 Business Partner, has released version 3.0 of their renowned Vintners Advantage winery management system that is suited for all sizes of wineries- small, medium and large. Modular's "Vine to Wine" concept includes modules that address vineyard information, grower contracts, work order processing, barrel tracking, compliance reporting, bottling line and tasting room point of sale. Vintners Advantage has been developed in conjunction with Modular's Australian partner, Total Systems for Management. Vintners Advantage utilizes the IBM UniVerse database with a Visual Basic client interface. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603j06 The IBM DB2 Universal Data Warehouse Edition Executive Brochure It's staggering to think about how much data an average business collects and stores the volume is actually doubling every year. At this rate, some of the world's leading businesses will by the next several years have data warehouses on the scale of petabytes 1,000 times larger than terabytes. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m27 Q&A: IBM GM Janet Perna on Information Management In a wide-ranging interview, Janet Perna discusses new products, IBM's increased focus on its channel partners, and what the future holds for the new technologies such as information integration and content management. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=imnl605s9 ------------------------------------------------------------ Offers ------------------------------------------------------------ IBM Announces Special Resources for DB2 Windows Developers! Are you developing Windows applications with Microsoft Visual Studio, IBM WebSphere Studio, or Borland Delphi and need an industrial strength database that works seamlessly with your tools and Windows server environment? Choose IBM DB2 Universal Database (UDB) V8.1 for Windows. You get all the DB2 strengths of stability, scalability, and security without having to learn new development skills or programming languages. Visit IBM developerWorks to download trial versions of the development tools or register online for a complimentary CD. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m25 Free Subscription offer from Database Trends and Applications magazine. Database Trends and Applications magazine is written for data architects, database administrators and CIO's who are involved in database management, data integration, application development, business analytics and data warehousing projects. The monthly magazine covers trends, research, product news and features, case studies and interviews of industry experts. Regular columnists and writers include Craig G. Mullins on DB2 and data center expert Joseph McKendrick, formerly Web-to-Host columnist for Enterprise Systems Journal. Please see the web site to receive your free subscription within the United States. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m3 Brrrr! Don't let your data get frozen! Use DB2. DB2 UDB provides superior availability, with customer proven results. Read all about it and get access to the latest offers. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m8 ------------------------------------------------------------ Events ------------------------------------------------------------ IBM Data Management Technical Conference Highlighting - DB2, BI, Informix, U2 and Information Integration Sessions October 27 - 31, 2003 Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas, NV Free IBM DB2 UDB certification testing will be offered at this event. There are five new roles specific to DB2 V 8.1. New this year is an Advanced DBA role, giving experienced DBAs a method to validate their skills, and an upgrade path for those already certified on DB2 V7.1 testing only the new features of DB2 V8.1. Enroll by 9/8 and save $150! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D14 IBM DB2 and IMS Technical Conference is back, June 23-27, 2003, Hamburg, Germany What's new this year? You will get updated on Business Intelligence, Data Management Tools, DB2 Information Integrator Products, DB2 Product Family (DB2 Version 8!) as well as IMS.On top benefit from an expanded Content Management track. Get a real in-depth technical education through Keynotes, elective technical sessions and get one free certification testing. The agenda grid is now available on the web site. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m1 Upcoming IDUG Event Information Mark your calendars for these upcoming events brought to you by the International DB2 Users Group (IDUG): IDUG 2003 - Technical Symposium September 18-19, Toronto, Canada IDUG 2003 - Europe 7-10 October 2003, Nice, France IDUG is also accepting presentation abstracts to be considered for IDUG 2004 - North America, taking place May 9 -13, 2004, in Orlando, Florida. Presenters will receive free conference registration. Complete information, submission forms and registration details are available on the IDUG Web site. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m10 ------------------------------------------------------------ DB2 Information Mangement Software Product Line ------------------------------------------------------------ Major Publication IT Service Provider moves to Linux® with SteelEye® LifeKeeper®, IBM eServer® xSeries(tm) and DB2 UDB solutions Communications Data Services, Inc. (CDS), a subsidiary of The Hearst Corporation, provides data management services to a select group of the world's largest magazine publishers and direct marketing firms. Read about their decision to move from Unix to Linux running DB2 on xSeries eServers with SteelEye LifeKeeper high availability protection. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m12 The DB2 Framework for Business Intelligence White Paper Today, business intelligence requires Information On Demand-- actionable business insights combining data mining and multidimensional data analysis with advanced statistical and analytical functions in a real-time, integrated environment. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m13 DB2 Powers Solution for Applying Genetics to Drug Discovery deCODE and IBM have formed a strategic alliance to deliver a technology solution for applying genetics to drug discovery. The initiative to link knowledge about the human genome and disease also aims to improve diagnostic and treatment decisions. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m2 ------------------------------------------------------------ IBM Informix Product Line ------------------------------------------------------------ FourGen CASE Tools V8.1: Generate GUI Applications in Informix-4GL FourGen CASE Tools have provided code generation capabilities to Informix-4GL programmers since mid 80's. These applications today help run the operations of some large enterprises to small and medium size companies, running on all UNIX platforms, and are now available on Linux as well. A GUI front-end to the classic 4GL applications has been available since the mid 90's. Gillani has further strengthened the GUI front-end by adding SSH communication protocol and data encryption capabilities. FourGen Accounting, FourGen Enterprise and Endura Enterprise applications are based upon this FourGen CASE Tools technology utilized globally. It currently runs on Informix database and will be available on DB2 by end of 2003. These tools are ideal for anyone wanting to rapidly develop industrial-strength GUI applications based on Informix-4GL technology, specially the Linux user community, since Gillani can provide source code. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m14 ------------------------------------------------------------ Cross Brand Activity ------------------------------------------------------------ Discover how to expand your business with IBM Express software Business Partners: Attend the WebSphere-Express roadshow online and learn how the new set of Express software and the IBM Express Enablement Program can help accelerate your time to market. Get an overview of the midmarket business landscape from analyst Amy Wohl. Hear why early-adopter Business Partners have invested in Express software. Then join the Express Enablement program to access WebSphere and DB2 Express education! http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m11 ------------------------------------------------------------ Technical Corner ------------------------------------------------------------ How to Build a Metadata Bridge for DB2 UDB Cube Views The DB2 Cube Views framework makes it easier to integrate business intelligence applications with the data warehouse by sharing the multidimensional metadata between the relational database and business intelligence applications. Learn how you can enable your business intelligence applications or tools to take advantage of this great new feature. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D17 Integrating Custom Geocoders with the DB2 Spatial Extender Geocoding is the process of converting an address to spatial data (geometry), consisting of one or more sets of coordinates that define the real-world location and shape of the geometry. This paper explains how you can define a scalar user-defined function (UDF) that will perform the geocoding task and convert the result to a representation that is understood by the DB2 Spatial Extender. Sample code is included. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D19 Tutorial: Developing DB2 for z/OS Database Projects in Visual Studio .NET This tutorial demonstrates the use of the DB2 database project template of the IBM DB2 Development Add-In to create tables, indexes, views, triggers, and stored procedures for a DB2 for z/OS database. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D20 Setting up a VMware Environment for DB2 UDB for Linux on a Windows Machine There are never enough machines! This article shows you how to set up DB2 UDB for Linux on a Windows 2000 machine using VMware and explains the benefits of using a virtualized environment. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D22 Connecting Borland C#Builder to DB2 UDB with Borland Data Providers for the Microsoft .NET Framework This article shows how to use Borland C#Builder Enterprise and the Borland Data Providers (BDP) for .NET to connect to the DB2 SAMPLE database. It shows how three of the four BDP for .NET components are used at design-time in a Rapid Application Development (RAD) way. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D23 Implementing a .NET Managed Provider for DB2 Universal Database If you are interested in working with open source implementations of the .NET framework and like the challenge of creating your own data provider, this article gives you the basics of implementing such a data provider using the DB2 Call Level Interface. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D24 Using a Generic SQL Entity EJB Wrapper to Simplify EJB Development This article describes a coding technique to simplify bottom-up EJB development and which enables end-to-end code generation. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m38 Sample Chapter: Business Intelligence for the Enterprise This book shows managers how to reflect users' needs in a coherent, company-wide business intelligence plan -- and then implement that plan successfully. This sample chapter describes end-user segmentation. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m39 Training Modules: DB2 Everyplace V8.1 Sit back, relax, and learn! These downloadable modules provide a visual and audio overview of DB2 Everyplace, including how it fits into IBM's overall pervasive strategy, its components, and its functions and tools. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m40 Using Hibernate to Persist Your Java Objects to DB2 UDB Hibernate, an open source application, provides a way to easily persist your Java objects to DB2 Universal Database without writing a single line of SQL code. Our authors show you how. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m41 Customizing the DB2 UDB Command Line Processor Paul Zikopoulos explores a neat little usability feature in DB2 UDB V8.1 (with Fix Pack 1) that enables you to set your interactive DB2 command prompt to dynamically display the current instance name, database name, or authorization ID. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m42 Updated! Which Distributed Edition of DB2 UDB is Right for You? You asked for it, and it's here! This popular article is updated with the latest offerings, including DB2 UDB Express, DB2 Data Warehouse Editions, and DB2 Information Integrator. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m43 Binding DB2 for z/OS Tables and Views to WinForms This tutorial shows you how to use the Visual Basic WinForms project template and the IBM DB2 Development Add-In to create a client application that accesses tables, and views residing in a DB2 for z/OS database. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m44 SQL Procedures Performance: Hints and Tips This article offers some concrete suggestions on how to organize the logic in your SQL stored procedures for optimal response time. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m45 Getting the IBM Distributed Debugger Code Developers often ask Peggy Rader how they can get the IBM Distributed Debugger to use for debugging their Java stored procedures. This tip shows you how. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D21 ------------------------------------------------------------ Certification ------------------------------------------------------------ Tutorials: DB2 (Version 8) DBA Certification Preparation These tutorials are intended to help Database Administrators (DBAs) prepare for the DB2 V8.1 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows Database Administration Certification (Exam 701). Learn about server management, data placement, utilities, monitoring, and backup and recovery and more. Each tutorial includes a link to a no charge IBM DB2 Universal Database download. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D18 DB2 V8.1 Database Administration Certification Preparation tutorial series This new series of six tutorials is designed to help you prepare for the DB2 Version 8 DBA (Exam 701) certification exam to attain the certification "IBM Certified Database Administrator - DB2 UDB V8.1 for Linux, UNIX and Windows." Topics include Server Management, Data Placement, Database Access, Monitoring, Utilities, and Backup and Recovery. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m17 DB2 V8 Family Fundamentals Certification Preparation tutorial series This series of six tutorials is designed to help you prepare for the DB2 Version 8 Family Fundamentals (Exam 700) certification preparation. Each tutorial includes a link to a free DB2 Universal Database Enterprise Edition download. Topics include Planning, Security, Accessing and Working with UDB Data and Objects, and Data Concurrency. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m18 Prepare for DB2 UDB DBA V8.1 Certification with NEW Tutorials! Get a jump-start on your DB2 UDB V8.1 DBA Certification with six new tutorials. This series of tutorials will help you prepare for Certification Exam 701, DB2 UDB V8.1 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows Database Administration. Register and download the tutorials today. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m29 Free DB2 UDB Professional Certification Vouchers Take advantage of the new IBM DB2 UDB voucher offer to become IBM DB2 UDB certified. You may qualify for a voucher to receive a free certification exam. Exams eligible for this promotion are 442: DB2 Content Manager V8; 516: DB2 V7.1 for OS/390 Database Administration, 701: DB2 UDB V8.1 for Linux, UNIX, and Windows Database Administration, 703: DB2 UDB V8.1 Family Application Development, 704: DB2 UDB V8.1 for Linux, UNIX and Windows Advanced Database Administration and 705: Business Intelligence Solutions V8.1. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m30 Get DB2 UDB certified for free at the IBM Content Management & WebSphere Portal Technical Conference Complimentary IBM DB2 UDB professional certification testing will be offered at the Content Management & WebSphere Portal Technical Conference June 9-11, 2003 in Orlando, FL. Be sure to check out the new certification roles specific to DB2 Universal Database V8.1. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m32 Get DB2 UDB certified for free at the WebSphere Exchange Technical Conference Complimentary IBM DB2 UDB professional certification testing will be offered at the WebSphere Technical Exchange Conference July 20-25, 2003 in Las Vegas, NV. Be sure to check out the new certification roles specific to DB2 Universal Database V8.1. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m33 ------------------------------------------------------------ Training Classes ------------------------------------------------------------ Get the Newly Updated DB2 UDB Fastpath Course Free! We have recently re-vamped our Fastpath downloadable computer- based self-study course on DB2 Universal Database (DB2 UDB) System Administration. for V8. This course will enable you to gain V8 DB2 UDB skills quickly and help prepare you for V8 certification. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m31 ------------------------------------------------------------ Web Casts and e-Learning ------------------------------------------------------------ How to Leverage the Opportunites of Emerging Technologies Join IBM Vice President Rod Smith, an IBM Distinguished Engineer and the Vice President of Emerging Technologies for IBM Software Group, as he explores opportunities created by emerging technologies, at the next IBM Insight Exchange(tm) Opportunity webcast on July 25. Find out more about emerging technologies as they relate to innovations and opportunities for tomorrow and beyond, through examples of the lessons learned by IBM in working closely with customers and business partners. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D2 The Technology of Enterprise Content Management: What is it and where is it going? Learn about Enterprise Content Management (ECM) with Dr. Jim Reimer, an IBM Distinguished Engineer, a member of the IBM Academy, and the chief architect and strategist for IBM's Enterprise Content Management product offerings, at the next IBM Insight Exchange(tm) Technology webcast on July 9. Dr. Reimer will review factors motivating the transition to ECM, key features and properties of an ECM system, including its role in portal technologies and enterprise information integration, as well as how ECM integrates with application providers. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D3 Energize your Business! Don't Fall Prey to the Summer Slump! In a Summer slump? Need to energize your business? Register for an upcoming IBM Insight Exchange(tm) webcast. These presentations are designed to provide insights into accelerating your business momentum with monthly interactive, informational webcasts, invitation-only executive business conferences -- all of which are hosted by prominent subject-matter experts who'll address your questions live! Even more exciting speakers are lined up including Global Security Expert Michael Vatis, Author Larry Downes, IBM Data Management General Manager Janet Perna, and Gartner CEO Michael Fleisher. So, help energize your business now with IBM Insight Exchange. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603D5 Look, Ma, No EJBs! Data Access Beans in WebSphere Studio In this tutorial, learn to build an app using Data Access Beans. Data Access Beans are a set of JavaBeans that provide easy access to data sources when the cost of implementing EJBs outweighs the benefits. The application we build accesses the SAMPLE database and runs a few SQL commands against it to select and display data, and update and delete records. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m19 DB2 and Web services: Create Web services on Windows to access DB2 This tutorial demonstrates how easily you can make your DB2 data accessible through Web services. It shows how to use the Application Developer configuration of WebSphere Studio V5 on the Windows platform to develop and test Web services for DB2 data. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m20 DB2 and Web services: Create Web services on Linux to access DB2 Web services enable you to quickly integrate applications across multiple platforms, systems and even across businesses. This tutorial demonstrates how easily you can make your DB2 data accessible through Web services. It shows how to use the Site Developer configuration of WebSphere Studio V5 on the Linux platform to develop and test Web services for DB2 data. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m21 Invoking Web services from SQL tutorial Developing applications that access both Web services and database management systems doesn't need to be an overwhelming task. Learn how to generate user-defined functions (UDFs) that provide access to Web services from database applications. The UDFs can be used in SQL statements to combine relational data with dynamic data retrieved from a Web service. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m22 Tools and resources for DB2 and Windows developers Developing Windows applications with Microsoft Visual Studio, IBM WebSphere Studio, or Borland Delphi and need an industrial strength database that works seamlessly with your tools and Windows server environment? Choose IBM DB2 Universal Database (UDB) V8.1 for Windows. Download trial versions of development tools or register for a complimentary CD. http://www.ibm.com/isource/cgi-bin/goto?on=IMNL603m23 Speed-start Web services: tools, training and support for developers developerWorks has the latest IBM development tools and middleware (free CD set or downloadable), online training, technical briefing days and workshops, online technical support forum, and more for creating Web services! 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