In contrast, XML is focused on document structure, rather than formatting. XML enhances the information in documents. You use XML to make your documents smarter, to simplify Web automation, and to communicate between databases, both within and between corporations. The core of this course explores XML as the lingua franca for applications and databases on the Web. Finally, you turn to managing your XML files with entities, going beyond HTML links with XLinks and XPointers, and adding security to your smart documents.
Enrollment is limited and advance enrollment is required.
Participants must be knowledgeable in HTML and have a programming background. Students taking the course for a grade must complete two assignments. You will need to download and install an XML parser and an XSL style sheet processor, and complete a programming assignment. During his 15 years of experience, he has created award-winning Windows NT and UNIX products, written numerous articles, and been granted several patents.