August 2009
Java-based persistence and the Google App Engine datastore
Learn the nuts and bolts of why Java persistence in the current preview release isn't quite ready for prime time, while also getting a working demonstration of what you can do to persist data in the Google App Engine for Java applications.
April 2009
Navigate the Google, Amazon, and Microsoft cloud computing labyrinth
If you're lucky enough to have a basic understanding of cloud computing, your skills are in demand. But when it comes to actually building an application, what platform do you use? Google App Engine and Amazon EC2 are both huge names, so it's not about popularity. And what if you're a Microsoft personand Windows Azure? Learn how to navigate the cloud wisely and pick the perfect platform for your particular application requirements.
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