Better Builds With Maven Wed Sept 12th

Apache Maven has been an alternative build system to Ant for some time now (it is currently in version 2.0.8), and is used in a significant number of large Open Source projects - Interface 21 have recently converted the Spring Framework to a Maven build, for example. But, many people still do not understand it and consequently fear it, preferring Ant for it's "simplicity". So, what does Maven have to offer over and above Ant, and is it worth the learning curve to get that extra benefit?

By Paul Umbers
Senior Developer
Alberta Electric System Operator

Paul has been in the IT industry for over 20 years, initially with IBM in a variety of roles, more recently as an independent consultant specializing in Internet-based application development. Over the last 10 years he has worked for clients across the aerospace, banking, communications & technology industries ranging from blue-chips to start-ups. He has a Masters Degree in Information Technology and is a member of the British Computer Society, the Institution of Analysts & Programmers, the Agile Alliance & the International Function Point Users Group, and has published technical papers through the IEEE.

Details:

Wednesday, September 12, 2007
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Fifth Ave Place
West Tower
2nd floor conference room (Northwest corner)
237 - 4th Avenue Southwest