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SEARCH400 | WebSphere Strategies Tip 
March 21, 2002 

Essential explanations, tools and code for the iSeries Web 
developer.

More tips: 
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In today's technical advice roundup you'll find tips, expert 
answers, and input from your peers for the following WebSphere 
and Web development concerns: 

Today's Featured WebSphere Strategies Tip: 
  - Six steps to successful WebSphere 4.02 upgrade

Answers to Other Technical Questions:
  
  1. How can I explain WebSphere to non-technical folks?
  2. Prevent error message SQL7008
  3. Get your apps on the Web
  4. Basic WebSphere troubleshooting concepts

Important Announcements and Links: 
  - New Monthly Newsletter: Top Expert Advice
  - Featured Book: e-Deployment: The Fastest Path to the Web
  - WebSphere/Web Development Forum: Interact with your peers
  - Advice: Web Development Experts
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Today's Featured Tip 
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Six steps to successful WebSphere 4.02 upgrade

WebSphere 4.02 AE is now available, and if you're a serious WebSphere
developer, you will definitely want to upgrade. But be warned: You
have to pay close attention to the details. Miss one small step in
the upgrade process, and you'll be left scratching your head.

Bob Cancilla has been through the process. As a result of his 
experience, he's uncovered key information -- even some undocumented 
by IBM -- that you must follow to ensure a smooth upgrade.

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Answers to Other Technical Questions 
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1. How can I explain WebSphere to non-technical folks?
One user writes, "I'm currently with a sales division selling
training on many IBM products and have been elected to give a short 
presentation on what WebSphere is for sales people who are not very 
technical. Can you help me with this?" Web development expert Jim
Mason offers some advice.
http://search400.techtarget.com/ateQuestionNResponse/0,289625,sid3_cid456360_tax285218,00.html

2. Prevent error message SQL7008
Have you come across the SQL7008 error message while trying to
journal files? User Vengoal Chang walks you through a step-by-step
process that prevents this error from occurring. 
http://search400.techtarget.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci811121,00.html

3. Get your apps on the Web
When faced with having to create apps for the Web, are you thrilled 
with the challenge or overwhelmed with dread? No matter what, 
developing for the Web can be trying. This Search400 Featured Topic 
provides resources to help you make educated choices.
http://search400.techtarget.com/featuredTopic/0,290042,sid3_gci810155,00.html

4. Basic WebSphere troubleshooting concepts
If you're new to WebSphere, you're sure to come upon some problems 
that you need help figuring out. This tip introduces WebSphere basic 
concepts and a simple process to help identify some WebSphere 
configuration problems quickly.
http://search400.techtarget.com/tip/1,289483,sid3_gci800522,00.html

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Looking for a great place to mingle with your peers, ask or 
answer Web-related question, or just catch up on the latest 
info? Check out the search400 WebSphere/Web Development Forum. 
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Web Development gurus Jim Mason and Dave Slater answer your 
toughest Web development and WebSphere questions. If Java has you 
confused or your Web development project has hit a wall, our 
experts can help.

>> Click here to read previously answered questions...
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