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polyfill
A polyfill, also called a pollyfiller, is a small piece of JavaScript code that will mimic the API of a newer browser to provide functionality for an older browser. Such code may also be called a shim. In construction, a shim is a thin piece of wood or other material that can be used to fill a gap.Definition
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Oracle and Google have at it, as APIs go to court
Almost two years ago, Oracle launched its patent and copyright suit against Google, claiming the search giant illegally grabbed Java intellectual property when it created its Android mobile device software around Java. The case now faces a 12-member jury that will decide if Google violated the 37 Java programming copyrights that have been brought up by Oracle.News | 20 Apr 2012
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API learning guide
The expansion of Web services, mobile, cloud and SaaS platforms has altered the realm of APIs. This guide offers the latest in API developments.Guide
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Trust in OAuth speeds app development
OAuth, a standard that allows for communication between applications, has sped application development and contributed to the application explosion of the past few years.News | 06 Mar 2012
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Enterprise architects mix REST integration with SOA
RESTful services play a major role in modern application integration efforts, but REST integration is not always the best path for every enterprise.Feature
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Where's the ROI in a public API?
Web services APIs have vastly expanded over the years to include a host of REST-based methods. Resource and Message APIs have become common in addition to SOAP APIs.Ask the Expert
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Where's the ROI in a public API?
Should enterprise architects provide public APIs that open up their systems? Mike Ogrinz takes a look at what rewards open APIs can bring in terms of ROI.Answer
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Web APIs for more than just Facebook, Twitter
Web APIs have gone from an obscure term, to one linked to social media, to a buzzword for large enterprises looking to extend reach and collaborate with partners.News | 31 Jan 2012
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Gartner analyst: REST APIs gain added importance in application integration design
Architecture changes today center on design of the API, says Gartner. The API increasingly supports REST interfaces.Application Integration
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App integration is result of good architecture: Pradip Sitaram, early cloud adopter
Managers should ensure development teams don't overlook good planning in their rush to deploy cloud applications.User story | 10 Jan 2012
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IBM Impact 2012 in pictures
Each year BPM and SOA devotees gather at IBM Impact in Las Vegas to hear what’s new and to find out what works best. Well over 40 sessions focused on Service-Oriented Architecture alone.Photo Story | 14 May 2012
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Progress plans to jettison middleware offerings, focus on OpenEdge
Long-time SOA player Progress Software disclosed plans today to divest important SOA and BPM holdings.News | 25 Apr 2012
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ESB performance depends on service design
ESBs have found increased use among SOA infrastructure tools - but they may not provide greater services reusability, if configured incorrectly.Tip
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Is it possible to define SOA infrastructure?
What do people mean when they say SOA infrastructure? Service-oriented architecture may be a way of thinking, but it is also represented in a range of architectural practices.SSOA 2011-2012 Survey
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Profiles in application integration
As both service-oriented and cloud-based architecture take the fore, IT shops increasingly value top-notch integration design. Stories show application integration is changing today.Feature
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Web architect shares experiences with Oracle Service Bus
An ESB coupled to a portal is central to a health care system upgrade. The SOA-based project runs on an Oracle Service Bus.News | 29 Dec 2011
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Top five ESB and application integration articles from 2011
As we reflect on the top news in ESBs from 2011, we see that the ESB is not solely associated with SOA, but with EAI designs as well.News | 27 Dec 2011
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SOA 2011 in review and 2012 predictions
Take a look at the news on SOA in 2011and get a forecast on application development for 2012.2011 in Review
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How is PaaS changing application servers?
Chris Haddad, VP of technology evangelism at WSO2, describes cloud services like PaaS and how they are affecting application servers.Video
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ESBs and integration – Looking back on 2011 and forward to 2012
2011 was a year of growth and development for the enterprise service bus (ESB). SearchSOA.com probed some players to get a sense of the year in ESBs.2011 in Review
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Service virtualization arises to meet services testing obstacles
Service virtualization allows teams to simulate services before they are truly available. That’s a plus for Agile development and integration testing.News | 15 May 2012
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IBM Impact 2012 in pictures
Each year BPM and SOA devotees gather at IBM Impact in Las Vegas to hear what’s new and to find out what works best. Well over 40 sessions focused on Service-Oriented Architecture alone.Photo Story | 14 May 2012
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IBM Impact 2012 in pictures
Each year BPM and SOA devotees gather at IBM Impact in Las Vegas to hear what’s new and to find out what works best. Well over 40 sessions focused on Service-Oriented Architecture alone.Photo Story
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IBM moves on messaging middleware management front
In this interview with SearchSOA, IBM integration vice president Kathy McGroddy Goetz talks middleware management and SOA.Feature
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Simplicity, security drive MQ management trends
In a world of abundant endpoints and heterogeneous application environments, messaging middleware is becoming increasingly prevalent—and complex.Feature
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IBM Impact conference coverage 2012
IBM Impact 2012 in Las Vegas brings IT pros from all over the world together to talk about trends in BPM, cloud computing and of course SOA.News | 02 May 2012
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IBM PureSystems integration appliance to vie with Oracle offerings
Expert integration system patterns are at the heart of the PureSystems hardware appliance launched by IBM at its Impact 2012 event in Las Vegas.News | 01 May 2012
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CamelOne 2012 gamifies enterprise integration efforts
CamelOne 2012 will span the gamut from online games to particle acceleration. This is the second annual community event from open source integration giant FuseSource.News | 25 Apr 2012
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Crucial application integration trends for 2012 and beyond
Watch this half-hour video for Forrester Analyst Ken Vollmer's advice on application integration in the coming years.Video
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PaaS learning guide
Increased adoption of PaaS reveals its advantages and challenges. This guide offers a look at the latest PaaS developments.Feature
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App integration advisory: Use ESBs for message routing, translation
Middleware experts advise that an ESB can help a SOA, but it can be harmful if used in the wrong cases.News | 11 May 2012
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IBM Impact 2012 in pictures
Each year BPM and SOA devotees gather at IBM Impact in Las Vegas to hear what’s new and to find out what works best. Well over 40 sessions focused on Service-Oriented Architecture alone.Photo Story
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IBM moves on messaging middleware management front
In this interview with SearchSOA, IBM integration vice president Kathy McGroddy Goetz talks middleware management and SOA.Feature
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mobile middleware
Mobile middleware is software that connects disparate mobile applications, programs and systems.Definition
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Simplicity, security drive MQ management trends
In a world of abundant endpoints and heterogeneous application environments, messaging middleware is becoming increasingly prevalent—and complex.Feature
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No green fields for application integration
Application integration efforts cannot be built on a green field, but must leverage existing systems. This calls for a variety of middleware tools.SearchSOA 2011-12 Survey
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Is it possible to define SOA infrastructure?
What do people mean when they say SOA infrastructure? Service-oriented architecture may be a way of thinking, but it is also represented in a range of architectural practices.SSOA 2011-2012 Survey
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Profiles in application integration
As both service-oriented and cloud-based architecture take the fore, IT shops increasingly value top-notch integration design. Stories show application integration is changing today.Feature
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iPaaS seen as important player in early cloud application integration
Gartner's Pezzini sees good uses of the iPaaS, or integration Platform as a Service. Users say data and security issues may be obstacles.News | 24 Jan 2012
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State of Kansas legacy renewal employs SOA; supports various business rules systems
SOA design underpins a business rules-based benefits management system that connects with legacy back-ends.Feature
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