Web services are leading to the use of more packaged software either as an internal service or an external service available over the Internet. These services; which will be connected together to create the information technology systems of the future; will require less custom software in our organizations and more creativity in the connections between the services. This book begins with a high-level example of how an average person in an organization might interact with a service-oriented architecture. As the book progresses; more technical detail is added in a "peeling of the onion" approach. The leadership opportunities within these developing service-oriented architectures are also explained. At the end of the book there is a compendium or "pocket library" for software technology related to service-oriented architectures.middot; Only web services book to cover both data management and software engineering perspectives; excellent resource for ALL members of IT teamsmiddot; Jargon free; highly illustrated; with introduction that anyone can read that then leads into increasing technical detailmiddot; Provides a set of leadership principles and suggested application for using this technology.
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Very informativeBy GabboneThis is a history lesson for me. I grew up in Chicago didnt realize all of thewonderfully beautiful skyscrapers that existed; too bad Chicago is so quick totear down some of these wonderful structures.2 of 2 people found the following review helpful. gorgeous and fascinatingBy Konrad BaumeisterLovers of Chicagos magnificent architecture will very much enjoy this unique little book. It is essentially comprised of a series of photographs (most of them from vintage postcards) of various architectural gems and highlights from Chicagos downtown; especially the Loop; which were erected between about 1866 to the mid 1930s; and many of which either no longer exist or have been significantly altered over the years. It is a look back into history.The book is organized by area of town; i.e. Michigan Ave.; Wabash Ave.; State St.; Dearborn St.; Clark St.; La Salle St.; and along the river and North Michigan St. Each chapter opens with a street layout; with a key to each important building in the area; whether or not it is in the photographs. The photos/postcards follow; each identifying buildings; significant details; alterations; occasionally interior photos; and once in a while even text of the postcard on the back. The presentation is well thought out and thoroughly engrossing.I am very glad I bought this book. I thumb through it often. If you are a fan of Chicagos architectural heritage; you ought to have a copy.
