- Paperback: 320 pages
- Publisher: Addison Wesley; 2 edition (28 Aug 2002)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 0201770067
- ISBN-13: 978-0201770063
- Product Dimensions: 23.1 x 17.7 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
- Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 2,330,538 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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This introduction explains the essence of XML without trying to be a developer's handbook. In just 200 pages, it provides a high-level overview together with enough detail for those planning how to use XML, or who need to communicate with developers who are implementing XML solutions. As the title suggests, this is the ideal book for managers and executives who need to understand what XML is all about, as well for developers who need to grasp the concepts before diving into the detail.
The author explains that XML is about exchanging information. There is a chapter on how XML documents are structured, followed by a section on related standards such as Namespaces, XSL (Extensible Stylesheet Language), and XML Schema. The different kinds of XML tools are described, but without specifically covering any particular product. The second half of the book is devoted to real-world business issues such as what sort of team you need to assemble to undertake an XML project. Five types of XML applications for enterprises are described. For example, the knowledge management type covers product planning and technical support, while the workflow type covers purchasing and processing of expenses. Finally, there is a look at XML from the perspective of a software vendor, providing personalised Web sites or automated upgrades. A glossary and index completes the book.
Although short, XML for Managers is a considerable achievement. The author is extremely well informed, and his writing is underpinned by solid technical know-how. The book also benefits from clear layout with regular executive summaries, diagrams and marginal notes. --Tim Anderson --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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When it comes to getting information on new technologies, managers often find themselves disadvantaged. Technical information flows to developers first, and executives have access to high-level analysis. While managers need to assess the benefits of a technology, they often have nowhere to turn. Developers are pushing technology from below them, and executives are pushing technology from above. In this thoroughly updated second edition, Kevin Dick expands upon his successful treatment of the Extensible Markup Language (XML), and helps the manager in a technology organization understand why XML is such a vital technology for exchanging structured information over intranets, extranets, and the Internet.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This is a good book, but you must pay attention to its aims. If you are a programmer, interested in deepen XML details and implementation tips, this is not your book. But if you are a consultant, a project leader, a software designer, an IT manager, or if you are a developer but you want only a first taste on XML, the book is good for you. It's short, an appreciable quality for people who want to learn something but don't have too much time. The author gives a precise and concise information on XML and DTD structure, in two different chapters. The attention is on the conceptual models, and this really helps in understanding why XML is so promising in Web and non-Web information exchange applications. A (too much short) chapter is devoted to an overview on related standards (Namespaces, XLink, XSL, XML Schema...). This chapter is well structured but it's only an overview: some more applied information could have been given without betraying the aim of the book. This applies also to the fourth chapter, on XML related tools. Three chapters on people and processes involved in XML migration, and on a dozen enterprise applications, give useful suggestions not only to managers, but also to analysts, designers, senior developers. Related to its dimensions, the book is quite expensive. Paolo Davoli
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10 Dec 1999
Format:Paperback
We've been evaluating XML for over a year now and have done some pilot XML projects in our publishing environment. During that time, I've been looking for a book to clearly explain basic XML principles, how all the elements of XML fit together, and what managers need to know in anticipating a move to XML. This book does that and does it well. I would recommend it to all the non-techie types out there that need a good foundation to launch XML solutions.
15 of 15 people found the following review helpful
No other XML book is so clear and so focused
28 April 2000
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While there are so many people talking about XML, there are not so many good books about it in the market. Most of them are simply obscure. It makes hard for decision makers to see all the potential behind this technology. This book takes a light but conceptually deeper approach. It goes into sufficient detail to make most other books looking too thick. This clear, focused and intelligent little book will open new doors to you. Some managers may even end up knowing a lot more than their own experts and consultants.
15 of 16 people found the following review helpful
well-organized, comprehensive overview of the buzzword, XML
11 Jan 2000
Format:Paperback
This is the most comprehensive and concise book of XML I've ever read. It doesn't not remain just a simple reference of the XML grammar or specification, but provides a good overview of XML from the high-level, Manager's, viewpoint. Especially, Chapter5, Processes and People, Chapter6, Five XML Applications for Enterprise, and Chapter7, Five XML Applications for Vendors are the hearts of this book. The author gives us clear and extensive prospects of what XML is good for and how your applications would be powered with XML.
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