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Summary: Delhi, India (May 9, 2008) - “Why to copy class notes (which may contain mistakes), when they are easily available in the form of a book,” says Corporate Trainer and an independent consultant – Santosh Kumar K. His new book, “JDBC, Servlets and JSP Black Book”, published by Dreamtech Press, is out for release today.

This book provides the “Web Developers” with a simple and consistent mechanism for extending the functionality of a Web Server for accessing existing business systems. This will be a unique book for self learning and getting expertization in Java database and web technologies such as JDBC, Servlet, JSP, JSTL and JSF. The book promises to be useful not only for self updating the readers but also for the readers who already know the concepts and want to get more in-depth knowledge about these topics.

On the book release, Ms Arti Pandey, Publisher- Dreamtech Press, added – “We understand, “Servlets” have become a popular choice for building interactive Web Applications, now-a-days. On that very note, we have planned to launch a book that presents the most sought after information in an easy to understand manner.”

This title is yet one more promising addition to the “Black Book” series, a series supported and acclaimed by existing readers. Written by experienced professionals, “Black Books” from Dreamtech Press provide immediate solutions to global programming and administrative challenges, helping readers – professionals and novices, to complete specific tasks, especially critical ones that are not well documented in other books.

The author starts his book by acknowledging the key persons including Mr. Rudraksh Batra (Project Manager – Kogent Solutions Inc.) and his team members for their cooperation in reviewing & editing the content of the book. He also expresses his words-of-thanks for providing the additional content wherever required.

“The book provides as much information on Servlet and JSP as can fit between the covers. Strikingly, each chapter provides running Web Applications to have a better understanding of multiple concepts”, revealed Rudraksh.

The book will be available for sale with selected book distributors and sellers this week.

About the Author:

Santosh has conducted numerous training programs for the corporate sectors involved in enterprise application developments on J2EE technologies and other frameworks like Struts, JSF Spring and Hibernate. He has been teaching Java since 2001 and is currently associated with Naresh I Technologies, a division imparting specialized training in Java.

About Dreamtech Press and Kogent Solutions Inc:

The proficient team at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press has seized the market of computer books bringing excellent content in software development to the fore. The team is committed to excellence – excellence in quality of content, excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors; excellence in the attention to detail and excellence in understanding the needs of their readers.

Summary: Dreamtech Press, a leading publisher forays into Java EE 5 Education, by introducing new “Java Server Programming Java EE 5 (J2EE 1.5) Black Book”- a book for Java EE 5 education. The book is launched with a combined vision to increase the productivity of Java Professionals by implementing effective learning theories. Book Details: ISBN – 978-81-7722-835-9; Price – 599/- w/CD.

Kogent Solutions Inc., backed by experienced and well-trained technical writers has come up with “Java EE 5 Black Book”, in association with Dreamtech Press.

“Java Server programming: Java EE 5 (J2EE1.5) Black Book by Dreamtech Press introduces you to the most sought after Java Platform, i.e. Java EE 5 by providing an in-depth view of Java EE 5 capabilities and introduces you to a wide range of Java EE 5 technologies. In addition, the book highlights all the flexibilities introduced by Java EE 5 platform, which have changed the way enterprise application components are developed and configured in an enterprise application. This is no-doubt a one-time reference book that covers all aspects of Java EE 5 platform taking an easy-to-understand approach. The book explores various concepts with appropriate examples and executable applications” – detailed, Mr. Rudraksh Batra, Project Manager – Kogent Solutions Inc. Book Details: ISBN – 978-81-7722-835-9; Price – 599/- w/CD.

The book helps to: explore the world of Java EE Connector Architecture; employ the right tools, design patterns, and frameworks effectively and appropriately for developing web and enterprise applications; discover the concepts of web containers and servlets; get in-depth knowledge about JNDI, RMI, CORBA and JDBC; appreciate JSP, including JSTL, Struts, JSF syntax and directives; create enterprise applications using EJB 3.0; learn new features of EJB, such as Persistence API; get familiar with Web Services; deploy web and enterprise applications; handle Listeners, XML and filters in Web applications; work with Hibernate, Seam and Spring; deploy Seam applications on Glassfish and JBoss Application Servers; implement the UML diagrams and more.

According to Mr. Sharjeel Ahmad, Quality Manager, Kogent Solutions, “Java EE 5 Black Book is a reflection of our continued efforts to provide exceptional quality and affordable IT books in an easy to understand approach. The book has been developed after a thorough analysis of the requirements of our target readers – Java students, Java Developers and IT professionals, working on server-side Web-based enterprise Java applications. Considering our diverse book readership and the feedback analysis of our books published earlier, we have ensured through our various review rounds that this book too provides relevant content, combined with fitting and real-life examples.”

The book is available with all the leading book stores and book-distributors. For book details and trade enquiries contact: feedback@dreamtechpress.com or visit: www.dreamtechpress.com.

About Dreamtech Press & Kogent Solutions Inc: The proficient team at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press has seized the market of computer books bringing excellent content in software development to the fore. The team is committed to excellence – excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors, excellence in understanding the needs of their readers.

Summary: Dreamtech Press, a leading publisher of Technical and Management books in India, today announced its new title in the “Black Book” series - “Ajax Black Book”. The book discusses AJAX, as a new technology. The book entails discussions on various web technologies, helping the readers to learn JavaScript and XML and in depth knowledge of Ajax Patterns by implementing various Ajax Frameworks.

Delhi, India (May 14, 2008): The proficient teams from “Kogent Solutions Inc.” and “Dreamtech Press”, (as they say), again team up to present an interesting and comprehensive book on AJAX technology; targeting the web developers interested in experiencing an enhanced speed and interactivity of web applications – “Ajax Black Book”.

The team claims: “We have taken care that this book is equally beneficial and comprehensive even for those who do not have any exposure to JavaScript and XML. After going through this book, you will prefer using AJAX for creating efficient web applications, as you would come to know about the amazing things that can be implemented in your applications using the AJAX patterns introduced by this technology.”

The book covers a vast majority of tools and techniques for providing an in depth and valuable knowledge covering AJAX, namely: Java Script, JQuery, prototype, Dojo, DWR, Google Web Toolkit, Yahoo IU Library, Maps, ASP.NET Ajax, JSON, JSF, SOAP, WSDL, RSS and Atom, Comet, Ruby on rails, XML and XSLT.

This book brings to you a detailed discussion on Web application development using AJAX Technology. The book describes in detail about AJAX implementation with Struts, ASP.NET, PHP and JSF. It also discusses about various AJAX patterns and the security issues that the AJAX Web Applications may encounter. A highlight of this book is the Chapter – “Implementing AJAX Frameworks”. The book provides details about the important AJAX frameworks, like no other books present in market.

Targeting intermediate and advanced level readers, this book will help you to: Understand the asynchronous mode of communication in Web application by using XMLHttpRequest object and JavaScript; Implement AJAX Frameworks such as jQuery, Prototype, Dojo, Rico, Spry, Script.aculo.us and DWR; Create maps in AJAX using Yahoo Maps API; Compare JSON with XML; Understand implementation of Struts, JSF, PHP and ASP.NET AJAX.; Understand and implement various AJAX Patterns and test AJAX Web Applications and assure Security.

About Book:

Title: Ajax Black Book

ISBN: 978-81-7722-838-0

Pages: 756

Price: Rs: 499/- w/CD

(Note: The CD-ROM with this book is packed with source code files from the chapters.)

About Black Books:

Written by experienced professionals, the Black Book’s unique two-section chapter format – “In Depth” and “Immediate Solutions”, is structured to help you use your knowledge, solve problems and quick master complex technical issues to become an expert. For list of all “Black Books”, visit: www.dreamtechpress.com

About the Author:

The proficient team at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press has seized the market of computer books bringing excellent content in software development to fore. The team is committed to excellence – excellence in quality of content,; the excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors; excellence in the attention to detail and excellence in understanding the needs of its readers.

Summary: Dreamtech presents “CorelDRAW X4 in Simple Steps”; includes detailed discussion on CorelDRAW X4 capabilities with Windows based operating systems and new and enhanced features in CorelDRAW Graphics Suite X4. Experience a quick and easy learning in simple steps with “CorelDRAW X4 in Simple Steps”. ISBN: 978-81-7722-859-5; Price: INR: 179/-; Author: Kogent Solutions Inc.

Dreamtech Press, a leading publisher of technical books (publisher of Comdex books series), today announced the release of “CorelDRAW X4 in Simple Steps”, the latest version of world’s leading graphic design, page layout and photo-editing software – CorelDRAW. This new version of CorelDRAW is ideal for novice as well as a professional designer. The software provides you high-quality content help and tools that help to create a wide range of drawings.

CorelDRAW X4 in Simple Steps offers you a quick and easy way to learn and master CorelDRAW X4. Simple language and step-by-step approach with lots of illustrations make this book an ultimate reference book. Some of the topics covered in the book are:

-         Basics of CorelDRAW X4;

-         Working with shapes, lines and colors;

-         Working with different tools to convert, format and edit objects and text

-         Understanding Layer Management in CorelDRAW;

-         Handling bitmaps; adding special effects to bitmaps and managing color displays.

The book is the latest addition to the suite of “In Simple Steps” series published by Dreamtech Press. The “in simple steps” series of books have been successful in leaving a mark in technical book reader community, in India and abroad. The books mark their presence with some special features that keep these books above the rest at affordable price. This book serves as an all-inclusive material including everything about the subject matter expertise in an easy, effective and understandable manner.

Book Details: ISBN: 978-81-7722-859-5; Price: INR: 179/-  Author: Kogent Solutions Inc. For trade sales enquiries or more information please visit: www.dreamtechpress.com or e-mail: feedback@dreamtechpress.com

About “In Simple Steps” series: in Simple Steps series has become the preferred choice of students and professionals who wish to swiftly shift to new technologies in a short span of time. Other best sellers include: Photoshop CS in Simple Steps, Flash 8 in Simple Steps, Maya 2008 in Simple Steps, CorelDRAW 12 in Simple Steps

About Dreamtech Press: Dreamtech Press is one of India’s leading Technology and Management book publishers. The areas of operations include: computer books, business books, management titles, self help books and career and competition books. Dreamtech Press has been providing quality learning tools to a wide spectrum of readers across India. The organization has established credibility with the Information Technology readers throughout the Indian sub-continent.

Summary: Dreamtech Press proudly announces the release of its new book – “HTML 4.0 in Simple Steps”. “In simple Steps”, published by Dreamtech Press is for the readers who wish to swiftly shift to new technologies in a short span of time. The current effort – “HTML 4.0 in Simple Steps” is expected to help readers learn the basics of web development covering HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and XHTML – the core foundations of web development in today’s world.

 “The book helps you learn HTML 4.0 in the easiest possible way. In a competitive era of publishing books on latest technologies, we have presented a book that is written in an easy to understand style; supported with lots of examples to elaborate the given concepts”– states, Ms Arti Pandey, Dreamtech Press.

She further proclaims – “In order to reclaim our excellence in publishing books on technology, we have continued working one line that uses practical approach in presentation of the key features, making this book unique in itself. The content in this book is presented in such a way that it will be equally helpful to beginners as well as to professionals”. Underscoring her statements, Mr. Shukla, Project Manager, Dreamtech Press, said – “This book adds on to our range of books covering topics that constitute the mandatory requirements for programming”.

While discussing about the book, he added – what ultimately sets this book apart from similar books in the market is that this information rich book covers the features, including:

-          Introduction to HTML MarkUp

-          Working with HTML document

-          How to work with images, multimedia, CSS, JavaScript and XHTML.

Contents:

Chapter 1: Getting Started with HTML

Chapter 2: Working with Text

Chapter 3: Working with Lists, Tables and Frames

Chapter 4: Working with Links, Images and Multimedia

Chapter 5: Working with HTML Forms and Controls

Chapter 6: Working with Cascading Style Sheets

Chapter 7: Working with JavaScript in HTML Documents

Chapter 8: Working with XHTML

About “In Simple Steps” Series: The “In Simple Steps” series remains the most preferred choice worldwide for quick and easy learning. The series includes all-inclusive books to teach you everything in an easy, effective and reliable manner in a short span of time.

About Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press: The proficient teams at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press have seized the market of computer books, bringing excellent content in software development to the fore. The team is committed to excellence—excellence in the quality of content, excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors, excellence in attention to detail, and excellence in understanding the needs of the readers.

Summary: Dreamtech Press today announced its latest book release titled: “NetBeans 6 in Simple Steps” for the code lovers engrossed in Java source code editing. The plethora of information allows Java developers to take full advantage of the Java Platform using simplified code.

Dreamtech Press is an established advocate of “In Simple Series” and with this book release adds more credibility to its publications. Addressing the latest developments in NetBeans software version 6.1, the book proves to be a resource that helps the Java programmers use NetBeans IDE for developing J2EE technology applications. It helps readers understand different enhanced concepts and methodologies involved in developing scalable and distributed applications using NetBeans IDE 6.1.

The book describes all the advanced concepts of NetBeans IDE 6, taking a simple yet innovative approach, wherein each concept is explained in a simple step by step procedure that are further supported by numerous easy to understand practical examples. The book highlights new innovations in Open Source Computing with Java Technology by covering the following topics:

-          Introduction to NetBeans IDE 6

-          Features of NetBeans IDE  such as, code completion, editor hints, highlighting code

-          Developing Java applications in NetBeans

-          Developing Web Applications using JSF and Struts frameworks

-          Developing EJB and Web modules in an Enterprise project

-          Developing Web Services in NetBeans

-          Developing NetBeans Plug in modules

-          Using various refactoring tools in NetBeans

-          Performing JUnit Testing in NetBeans

-          Generating Javadoc in NetBeans

-          Implementing Ant Script in NetBeans

About “In Simple Steps Series”: “In Simple Steps” series remains the most preferred choice worldwide for quick and easy learning. The series includes all-inclusive books to teach you everything in an easy, effective and reliable manner in a short span of time.

About NetBeans: NetBeans Integrated Development Environment (IDE) is open source, multi-platform product that is implemented in Java, Its a rich –client architecture that provides various tools used to develop and deploy different service-based applications with one Open Source IDE. NetBeans IDE 6 is the latest version, which includes various new J2EE enhancements and EJB components.

About Dreamtech Press: Dreamtech Press is one of India’s leading Technology and Management publishers. Our areas of operations include computer books, business books, management titles, self-help books and career and competition books. Dreamtech Press has been providing quality learning tools to a wide spectrum of readers across India.

Summary: Dreamtech Press, a leading Technology and Management publisher, today announced its new book - Oracle 11g Administration in Simple Steps. Dreamtech Press has been providing quality learning tools through its “in Simple Steps” series to a wide spectrum of readers across India.

The book released today extends Dreamtech Press’s niche leadership in providing quick and easy learning solutions that have a proven track record of being easy, effective and reliable source of technology information. Oracle 11g, tagged – “One of the Most Important Products of 2007”, by industry pioneers offers new features primarily to handle problems raised during rapidly growing data management. Such an added functionality demands an experienced technical staff. To address this concern Dreamtech Press has released this comprehensive book containing step by step information about Oracle 11g Database Administration. The proficient Kogent Solutions team has once again joined hands with Dreamtech Press to target reader community assuming that the reader is well versed in SQL.

The main highlight of the book is information about using the new and improved Enterprise Manager GUI, Grid Architecture, Automatic Storage Management, New Password Policies, new ADDM views – underscored Mr. Rudraksh Batra, “Project Manager, Kogent Solutions Inc.”

Ms. Arti Pandey, Publisher – Dreamtech Press, recalled – “The main objective to release Oracle 11g is to reduce time and cost involved in Database Management”. We identified the potential in the new technology and decided to publish a book to make various processes in data storage management simple with lots of industry proven examples that help the readers learn how to perform various administrative tasks in Oracle 11g.

This is an all-inclusive book that teaches you everything about Oracle 11g Administration, covering the following topics:

Chapter 1: Introduction to Oracle 11g

Chapter 2: Working with Oracle 11g Database

Chapter 3: Administering TableSpaces and Schemas

Chapter 4: Securing the Oracle 11g Database

Chapter 5: Database Management with PL/SQL

Chapter 6: Oracle Net Services

Chapter 7: Monitoring and Tuning the Oracle 11g Database

Chapter 8: Data Consistency and Concurrency

Chapter 9: Backup and Recovery in Oracle 11g

About “In Simple Steps” Series: “In Simple Steps” series remains the most preferred choice worldwide for quick and easy learning. The series includes all-inclusive books to teach you everything in an easy, effective and reliable manner in a short span of time.

About Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press: The proficient team at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press has seized the market of computer books bringing excellent content in software development to the fore. The team is committed to excellence—excellence in the quality of content, excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors, excellence in the attention to detail, and excellence in understanding the needs of the readers.

Summary: Photoshop CS3 in Simple Steps, the latest release from Dreamtech Press promises to make photo editing easier with leading image editing software – Photoshop CS3. Photoshop CS3 provides new ways to effectively integrate your print designs and perform several tasks such as performing colors correction in an old photograph or applying a mask to a composition. ISBN: 978-81-7722-747-5; Price: INR 179/-; Author: Kogent Solutions Inc.

Dreamtech Press, one of the India’s leading Technology and Management books publishers, today unveiled their latest book: “Photoshop CS3 in Simple Steps”. The book offers a quick and easy way to learn and master Photoshop CS3. Simple language and step-by-step approach with lots of illustrations make this book an ultimate reference book.

Be it a novice or a professional, Photoshop CS3 in Simple Steps is useful for all. The book explores various new features of Photoshop CS3 related to layer styles and effects. Going through the basic concepts, discussing tools, studying various palettes, applying filters and styles, learning different commands, this book takes the readers towards the advanced features of Photoshop CS3.

The reader is also exposed to the new tools and attributes added in Photoshop CS3. The main highlights of the book are:

-         Working with image resolution, size, color mode and file formats

-         Creating, modifying and transforming selections

-         Drawing, painting and retouching tools

-         Creating, merging, linking and blending layers

-         Applying layer styles and filters to images and smart objects

-         Creating an Action, contact Sheet, Picture Package and web photo gallery

-         Scanning and printing in Photoshop

Book Details: ISBN: 978-81-7722-747-5; Price: INR 179/- Author: Kogent Solutions Inc. For trade sales enquiries or more information please visit: www.dreamtechpress.com or e-mail: feedback@dreamtechpress.com

About “In Simple Steps” series: in Simple Steps series has become the preferred choice of students and professionals who wish to swiftly shift to new technologies in a short span of time. Other best sellers include: Photoshop CS in Simple Steps, Flash 8 in Simple Steps, Maya 2008 in Simple Steps, CorelDRAW 12 in Simple Steps

About Dreamtech Press and Kogent Solutions Inc: The proficient team at Kogent Solutions Inc. and Dreamtech Press has seized the market of computer books by bringing excellent content in IT education to the fore. The team is committed to excellence—excellence in the quality of content, excellence in the dedication of its authors and editors, excellence in attention to detail, and excellence in understanding the needs of our readers.

As this is my first post, so I have decided to share my opinions on Blogging.

“I Blog because I love writing“: I admit that I am not an expert content writer, but, I enjoy writing. The more I write the more I get to learn about my writing. And I enjoy the learning experience with every single sentence I write both for online or print purpose (for my office work).

“I Blog because I want to learn“. Blogging is a communication medium. I think if anyone wants to learn good communication skills, the person should learn the tricks to pass on the message crux efficiently. Whats better than a personal blog. A writing medium, where I can write anything without any restriction.

“I Blog because I have a Say“. Every single individual on this earth has his own thought process and hence his thougths and yes, WORDS to share the thougths with the known ones and peers. My journey to search for new friends, new peers starts here.

At this point, I will end-up with lines:

(Read the content in Hindi, PLZ)

Yun Nikal Pada Hoon Safar Pe Mein;
Mujhe Manzilon Ki Talash Hai;
Naye Raste, Naya Humsafar
Naye Doston Ki Talash Hai……..

Hi,

In my last post I introduced you all to my organization - Dreamtech Press.

In today’s post I will shed some more light on the company’s publications. Please have a look on what our in-house authors have in their bags - to offer.

Dreamtech has introduced an assortment of books series. The following paragraphs present more details on the series. To list all, series includes: Comdex Series, In Simple Steps Series, Black Books series, Project series and more imprints. Read on to know more about us:

Comdex has emerged as a preferred choice of students and profesionals with its popular Course Kits. With a handsome amount of quantity sold, Comdex opens an arena of diversified career options for the beginners and an enhancement of professional skills for the mid-career ones. The Comdex Course Kit is an all-you-need package comprising a book and a CD/VCD that preents learning through interactive simulationss and do-it-yourself mode.

Black Book series provides global programming and administrative challenges, helping you complete specific tasks, especially critical ones. The Black Book designed to cater to the needs of professionals with its unique structure, which includes describing the concepst and explaining the same with profesional examples. With such a structure, you can easily solve problems by referring by the examples described in the book, this helping you to become expert in particular technologies. It comes with a CD which includes code examples used in the book.

In Simple Steps series has become the preferred choice of students who wish to swiftly shift to new technologies in a short span of time.

Project Book series provides wide spectrum in programming, helping you to develop enterprise level projects. The series is developed to cater the needs of Students and Professionals. Each book in thi series comes with a CD contaning the code of all the projects discussed in the book.