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It is recommended that you have knowledge of the topics outlined in the Objectives of Test 257 and experience with IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software V6.0.
To prepare for Test 257, it is recommended that you follow either the step-by-step Self-Study Approach or the Tutor Approach outlined below. These approaches and their educational resources are recommended, but not required(1). Compare your own technical level to the test objectives and the recommended educational resources within either approach, and then determine for yourself how much preparation you require.
The recommended educational resources listed for Test 257 are not intended to be a substitute for, but should complement, relevent practical experience.
Note: Many of the questions on the test involve realistic scenarios. In answering the questions, consider only the information presented within the given question. That is, in answering a given question, do not rely on information presented in other questions.
Self Study Approach:
1. Take the assessment test for test 257 (see the Sample/Assessment tab). 2. Study the Product Documentation, Redbook, Retail books, and Web Resources below. 3. Take the assessment test for test 257 (see the Sample/Assessment tab).
Tutor Approach:
1. Take the assessment test for test 257 (see the Sample/Assessment tab). 2. Study the Chapter 9: Problem Determination of the Redbook: WebSphere Application Server V6 System Management & Configuration Handbook and the Web Resources below. 3. Register and take the following courses (see Classroom Courses below): - Course SW287 or WF531
- Course SW285 or WF531
- Course SW502 or XM481
4. Take the assessment test for test 257 (see the Sample/Assessment tab).
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Course title:
Developing EJBs with IBM Rational Application Developer V6
Course duration: 4.5 days
Course number: SW285
Alternative Option: Classroom Course Developing EJBs with IBM Rational Application Developer V6.0
Abstract: This course teaches students how to develop and test Enterprise Java Beans (EJBs) using IBM Rational Application Developer Version 6, and to deploy J2EE enterprise applications to IBM WebSphere Application Server V6. It also covers how to design enterprise applications in which core business functionality is encapsulated in EJBs, and how to develop EJBs as reusable components.
This course is based on the J2EE 1.4 and EJB 2.1 specifications, and introduces extensions to these standards provided by WebSphere Application Server Version 6. Through extensive hands-on exercises and labs, students explore tools for developing EJBs in IBM Rational Application Developer and discuss best practices for designing and building EJB-based applications.
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Course title:
Developing Web Applications with IBM Rational Application Developer V6
Course duration: 4 days
Course number: SW287
Alternative Option: Classroom Course Essentials of Web Services Development using Rational Application Developer V6
Abstract: This course is intended for developers who are already familiar with J2EE Web application development, and wish to understand the capabilities of IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software V6 for developing such applications. The course explores the tools used to create, test, debug, and package J2EE Web applications, including the wizards used to create servlets, HTML pages, and JSP pages. Students learn how to use the Page Designer to edit HTML and JSP pages, component test J2EE Web components, and use the export wizards to package J2EE applications. The course also describes the support for the Struts and JSF application frameworks.
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Course title:
Intermediate Web Services Using IBM Rational Application Developer V6
Course duration:
Course number: SW502
Alternative Option: Classroom Course Intermediate Web Services with IBM Rational Application Developer
Abstract: This three-day instructor-led course is intended for developers who will build J2EE Web services based on the JAX-RPC and Web Services for J2EE specifications. Students learn how to develop Web services using the tools provided by IBM Rational Application Developer for WebSphere Software V6. This includes developing Web services using the Web services wizards, debugging and monitoring Web services using the TCP/IP Monitor, configuring handlers and security in Web service deployment descriptors, and using the WS-I tools to develop interoperable Web services. Students also learn how to package and deploy J2EE Web services to the IBM WebSphere Application Server runtime environment. Hands-on exercises which complement the lectures will be provided throughout the course.
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Rational Application Developer V6.0 Programming Guide
Publication number: SG24-6449-00
IBM Rational Application Developer V6.0 is the full function Eclipse 3.0 based development platform for developing Java 2 Platform Standard Edition (J2SE) and Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE) applications with a focus on applications to be deployed to IBM WebSphere Application Server and IBM WebSphere Portal. Rational Application Developer provides integrated development tools for all development roles, including Web developers, Java developers, business analysts, architects, and enterprise programmers.
This IBM Redbook is a programming guide that highlights the features and tooling included with IBM Rational Application Developer V6.0. Many of the chapters provide working examples that demonstrate how to use the tooling to develop applications, as well as achieve the benefits of visual and rapid Web development.
This redbook consists of six parts:
-Introduction to Rational Application Developer
-Develop applications
-Test and debug applications
-Deploy and profile applications
-Team development
-Appendixes
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WebSphere Application Server V6 System Management & Configuration Handbook
Publication number: SG24-6451-00
This IBM Redbook provides system administrators, developers, and architects with the knowledge to configure a WebSphere Application Server V6 runtime environment, to package and deploy Web applications, and to perform ongoing management of the WebSphere environment.
One in a series of handbooks, the entire series is designed to give you in-depth information about the entire range of WebSphere Application Server products. In this book, we provide a detailed exploration of the WebSphere Application Server V6 runtime environments and administration process.
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