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Visual Scripting of XML for Webservices

Abstract

HTML editors brought the use of web pages to everyone. Visual Scripting provides those same capabilities for XML. Webservices are maturing rapidly but end user solutions are problematic due to the complexities involved with configuring and deployment. Visual Scripting provides that bridge for developers.

A selection of webservice component interfaces will be demonstrated that show how visual models can be used to manage and configure them.

Developers will also understand how to use visual scripting to rapidly customize and deploy a model so that end users can manage the technology functionality the developers have created.

Examples include supplychain parts ordering with the ability to assign not just visual parts and items, but also to verify the order using digital certificates and select the particular supplier accordingly.

Another example shows management of the webservice system itself, by modifying script behaviours and configurations that control the software, while viewing a model of the webservice system setup.

Visual scripting provides a multi-purpose environment that complements the flexiblity and configurablity of webservices themselves and uses a visual metaphor to manage those.

A selection of examples will be provided from typical industry deployments that clearly illustrate the principles and approach.

Examples of these visual scripts will be available for download by attendees.

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