Configuring Apache and Nginx
by
Clement Nedelcu | July 2010 | Open Source Web Development
In this article by Clément Nedelcu, author of the book Nginx HTTP Server, we will see the following:
- Configuring Nginx to work with Apache
- Reconfiguring Apache to work as a backend server
Configuring Clusters in GlassFish
by
Xuekun Kou | December 2009 | Java Open Source
In this two part article series by Xuekun Kou, we will discuss how to configure clusters for the GlassFish Server, and use a load balancer to distribute load across the server instances in the cluster. We will also discuss the High Availability (HA) options supported by GlassFish, and how to enable HA. The goal of this article is to help you gain the knowledge necessary for planning and creating a production-ready GlassFish Server deployment.
Read Configuring Clusters in GlassFish in fullConfiguring JBoss Application Server 5
by
Francesco Marchioni | December 2009 | JBoss Java Open Source
In the previous article on Creating a Web Application on JBoss AS 5, we saw how to install JSF on JBoss AS and we enhanced the Appstore Enterpirse application by adding a web layer to it.
In this article by Francesco Marchioni, we will cover in detail how to properly configure JBoss Web Server. Apache Tomcat provides the core functionality of JBoss Web Server. Its embedded engine allows seamless integration with JBoss components, by using the underlying Microkernel system.
Read Configuring JBoss Application Server 5 in fullConfiguring JDBC in Oracle JDeveloper
by
Deepak Vohra | June 2008 | Java Oracle
The Java Database Connectivity (JDBC) API is used to access a SQL database from a Java application. JDBC also supports tabular data sources, such as a spreadsheet.
Oracle JDeveloper is a free Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for modeling, developing, debugging, optimizing, and deploying Java applications. JDeveloper 10g is used to develop J2EE applications comprising the JSPs, EJBs, Struts, Servlets, and the Java classes that may require accessing a database table in the Oracle 10g Database, or a third-party database. In this article by Deepak Vohra, we will see how to configure JDBC in the JDeveloper IDE.
Read Configuring JDBC in Oracle JDeveloper in fullConfiguring JMS Resources in GlassFish: Part 1
by
Xuekun Kou | December 2009 | Java Open Source
This two part article series by Xuekun Kou, provides you with an introduction to configuring JMS resources in GlassFish. This article also shows you how to configure the MDB container.
In this article, we will discuss how to configure Java Message Service (JMS) resources in GlassFish. We will begin the article with an overview of message systems and the support of JMS on GlassFish. We will then discuss how to configure two popular open source JMS service providers, the Open Message Queue (Open MQ) and Apache ActiveMQ.
Read Configuring JMS Resources in GlassFish: Part 1 in fullConfiguring JMS Resources in GlassFish: Part 2
by
Xuekun Kou | December 2009 | Java Open Source
Read Part One of Configuring JMS Resources in GlassFish: Part 1 here.
Read Configuring JMS Resources in GlassFish: Part 2 in fullConfiguring Load Balancers and High Availability in GlassFish
by
Xuekun Kou | December 2009 | Java Open Source
In this article by Xuekun Kou, we will discuss how to use a load balancer to distribute load across the server instances in the cluster. We will also discuss the High Availability (HA) options supported by GlassFish, and how to enable HA.
Read Configuring Load Balancers and High Availability in GlassFish in fullConfiguring MySQL
by
Daniel Schneller Udo Schwedt | March 2010 | MySQL
In this article by Daniel Schneller and Udo Schwedt, authors of MySQL Admin Cookbook, we will discuss the following:
- Setting up a fixed InnoDB tablespace
- Setting up an auto-extending InnoDB tablespace
- Storing InnoDB data in one file per table
- Decreasing InnoDB tablespace
- Enabling and configuring binary logging
Configuring OpenCms Search
by
Dan Liliedahl | June 2008 | Content Management Java Open Source
A search feature in a website is always beneficial. In this article by Dan Liliedahl, we will see how to add search capabilities to an OpenCms website and will also discuss how to create a search index for blog content. Before all this we will start of with a small discussion on Lucene search engine.
Read Configuring OpenCms Search in fullConfiguring sipXecs Server Features
by
Michael W. Picher | August 2009 | Networking & Telephony Open Source
sipXecs has several server-side features that provide additional functionality. These functionalities are not otherwise available in the phones themselves. Many of the basic features will be covered in this article. This ever-increasing list of system features helps set sipXecs apart from its competition. As you will discover in this article, the features are easy to configure and they are easy for the end user to utilize. In this article by Michael W. Picher, we will cover configuration of the following services:
- Auto attendant
- Intercom
- Paging Groups
- Call Park Orbits
- Music on Hold
Read Configuring sipXecs Server Features in full
Configuring Squid to Use DNS Servers
by
Kulbir Saini | April 2011 | Linux Servers Open Source
Squid proxy server enables you to cache your web content and return it quickly on subsequent requests. In this article we will learn about the different configuration options available and the transparent and accelerated modes that enable you to focus on particular areas of your network.
In this article by Kulbir Saini, author of Squid Proxy Server 3 Beginners Guide, we will cover:
- Configuring Squid to use DNS servers
- A few directives related to logging
- Other important or commonly used configuration directives
Configuring the ChildBrowser plugin
by
Kerri Shotts | February 2013 | Open Source
In this article by Kerri Shotts, the author of Instant PhoneGap Social App Development, we will look into the installation and configuration of the ChildBrowser plugin.
Most PhoneGap plugins aren't terribly hard to install or configure, but they will undoubtedly play a vital role in your app, especially if you need to use a feature that PhoneGap doesn't provide on its own.
In our case, we will look at a plugin called ChildBrowser.
Read Configuring the ChildBrowser plugin in fullConfiguring WCM Workflows
by
Amita Bhandari | September 2010 | Content Management Open Source
Workflow is an automation of a business process, during which documents are passed from one participant to another for action, according to a set of procedural rules. Every content management system implementation will have workflow requirements. Workflow provides ownership and control on the content and processes. Alfresco web project uses workflows to support any set of changes, either automated or user-driven steps, in a business process before final commit to the Staging Sandbox. WCM Workflows can be configured for each form or for any arbitrary set of non-form assets.
In this article by Amita Bhandari, co-author of the book Alfresco 3 Web Content Management, we will take a look at the following:
- Associating workflows to web forms
- Associating workflows to web projects
- Dynamically changing workflow for each snapshot submission
Configuring your Moodle Course
by
Ian Wild | December 2011 | Beginner's Guides e-Learning Moodle Open Source
Schools, colleges, and universities all over the world are installing Moodle, but many educators aren't making much use of it. With so many features, it can be a hassle to learn—and with teachers under so much pressure day-to-day, they cannot devote much time to recreating all their lessons from scratch.
In this article, by Ian Wild author of Moodle 2.0 Course Conversion ,we're going to see how to lay the foundations for moving your department's courses into Moodle. In this article we will take a look at:
- What counts as a Moodle course
- Creating your course
- Configuring the Backyard Ballistics course
Connecting to Microsoft SQL Server Compact 3.5 with Visual Studio
by
Jayaram Krishnaswamy | July 2010 | Enterprise Articles Microsoft
SQL Server Compact Edition 3.5 can be used to create applications that are useful for a number of business uses such as: Portable applications; Occasionally connected clients and embedded applications and devices. SQL Server Compact differs from other SQL Servers in that there is just one file which can be password protected and features 128-bit file level encryption. It is referential integrity compliant; supports multiple connections; has transactions support with rich data types.
In this tutorial by Jayaram Krishnaswamy, various scenarios where you may need to connect to SQL Server Compact using Visual Studio IDE (both 2008 and 2010) are described in detail. Connecting to SQL Server Compact 4.5 using Visual Studio 2010 Express (free version of Visual Studio) is also described. The connection is the starting point for any database related program and therefore mastering the connection task is crucial to work with the SQL Server Compact.
Read Connecting to Microsoft SQL Server Compact 3.5 with Visual Studio in fullConnecting with people
by
Ralph Roberts | March 2013 | Enterprise Articles
In this article by Ralph Roberts, the author of Yammer Starter , will help us increase our interaction with people by experimenting with several tasks on Yammer.
In this article, we will cover the following topics:
-
Posting an update
-
Posting a photo or other graphics
-
Commenting and complimenting
-
Yes we LIKE that
-
Learning more
-
Receiving notifications
-
Searching
-
Using the bottom line
Construct Game Development: Platformer Revisited, a 2D Shooter
by
Daven Bigelow | June 2012 | Open Source
Construct Classic is a free, DirectX 9 game creator for Windows, designed for 2D games. Construct Classic uses an event-based system for defining how the game behaves, in a visual, human-readable way - you don't need to program or script anything at all. It's intuitive for beginners, but powerful enough for advanced users to work without hindrance. You never know when you’ll need a helping hand exploring its inner workings, or harnessing its raw power to do your bidding.
In this aticle by Daven Bigelow author of Construct Game Development Beginner's Guide, we shall:
- Learn how to make a two-player platformer
- Learn how to make objects shoot projectiles and create muzzle flashes
Unpublished
Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution
by
Andy Kirk | February 2013 | Open Source
<p>The work we have undertaken over the past two articles has helped us to shape and refine our design concept leading to a visual specification that we believe will most effectively deliver against the requirements of our project. This completes our preparation work and we now move away from concepting and towards construction.</p>
<p>In this article by <b>Andy Kirk</b> the author of <a target="_blank" href="http://www.packtpub.com/data-visualization-a-successful-design-process/book/kk/datavisualization-abr1/0213?utm_source=kk_datavisualization_abr1_0213&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=krutika">Data Visualization: a successful design process </a>we look at the broad variety of options for building our solution and the remaining important tasks to undertake before launching.</p>
<p>We will run through a selection of the most common and useful software applications and programming environments to help you select the most appropriate tool to match your design requirements and technical capabilities.</p>
<p>We will look at some of the key considerations around testing, finishing, and launching a design solution as well as the important matter of evaluating the success of your project post-launch.</p>
<p>Finally, we wrap things up with a discussion about the best ways for you to continue to learn, develop, and refine your data visualization design skills as you seek to master this fascinating and rewarding discipline.</p>
Read Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution in full
Unpublished
Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution
by
Andy Kirk | February 2013 | Open Source
<p>The work we have undertaken over the past two articles has helped us to shape and refine our design concept leading to a visual specification that we believe will most effectively deliver against the requirements of our project. This completes our preparation work and we now move away from concepting and towards construction.</p>
<p>In this article by <b>Andy Kirk</b> the author of <a target="_blank" href="http://www.packtpub.com/data-visualization-a-successful-design-process/book/kk/datavisualization-abr1/0213?utm_source=kk_datavisualization_abr1_0213&utm_medium=content&utm_campaign=krutika">Data Visualization: a successful design process </a>we look at the broad variety of options for building our solution and the remaining important tasks to undertake before launching.</p>
<p>We will run through a selection of the most common and useful software applications and programming environments to help you select the most appropriate tool to match your design requirements and technical capabilities.</p>
<p>We will look at some of the key considerations around testing, finishing, and launching a design solution as well as the important matter of evaluating the success of your project post-launch.</p>
<p>Finally, we wrap things up with a discussion about the best ways for you to continue to learn, develop, and refine your data visualization design skills as you seek to master this fascinating and rewarding discipline.</p>
Read Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution in full
Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution
by
Andy Kirk | March 2013 | Open Source
In this article by Andy Kirk the author of Data Visualization: a successful design process , we look at the broad variety of options for building our solution and the remaining important tasks to undertake before launching.
We will run through a selection of the most common and useful software applications and programming environments to help you select the most appropriate tool to match your design requirements and technical capabilities.
We will look at some of the key considerations around testing, finishing, and launching a design solution as well as the important matter of evaluating the success of your project post-launch.
Finally, we wrap things up with a discussion about the best ways for you to continue to learn, develop, and refine your data visualization design skills as you seek to master this fascinating and rewarding discipline.
Read Constructing and Evaluating Your Design Solution in full