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Ashmore, Derek C.
     The J2EE architect's handbook : how to be a
  successful technical architect for J2EE applications /
  by Derek C. Ashmore.
     p. cm.
     Includes bibiliographical references and index.

ISBN 0972954899

QA76.73.J38A84 2004 005.2'762

QB103-200953

Editor: Barbara McGowran

Cover Design: The Roberts Group

Interior Design: The Roberts Group

Indexer: The Roberts Group

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