TOPIC:  Broadleaf Commerce walk-through
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: Broadleaf Commerce is an enterprise open source eCommerce system used by major retailers and B2B providers such as Pep Boys, The Container Store and Waste Management.  We’ll be walking through how to get started with Broadleaf Commerce, built on popular tools such as Spring and Hibernate.  You can see all the Community documentation and even get started on the framework yourself by visiting the developer’s site at www.broadleafcommerce.org.

For this session we’ll be covering the domain, controllers and initial setup. Come check out the most scalable, extensible, and customizable eCommerce application on the market today.

Biography: Jerry Ocanas is a software engineer with Broadleaf Commerce. He is involved in the core framework development as well as developing add-on modules for the platform. Jerry also consults with clients implementing the Broadfleaf Commerce solution for their eCommerce needs. Jerry has a background in art and web design and was an instructor and co-founder for an art school in Mexico.

SPONSOR: Improving Enterprises
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

*** NOTE THE TIME CHANGE ***
Spring Dallas User Group Thursday, April 11th, 2013

TOPIC:  Improving Spring with Groovy
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: The Spring framework has always had a friendly relationship with dynamic languages. In this presentation, we’ll look at all the ways you can add Groovy to Spring to make development easier, ranging from simplifying your configuration files to deploying refreshable beans to using Spock tests in the Spring test context and more.

Biography: Ken Kousen is the President of Kousen IT, Inc., through which he does technical training, mentoring, and consulting in all areas of Java and XML. He is the author of the O’Reilly screencast “Up and Running Groovy”, and the upcoming Manning book about Java/Groovy integration, entitled “Making Java Groovy”.

He has been a tech reviewer for several books on software development. Over the past decade he’s taught thousands of developers in business and industry. He is also an adjunct professor at the Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute site in Hartford, CT. His academic background includes two BS degrees from M.I.T., an MS and a Ph.D. from Princeton, and an MS in Computer Science from R.P.I.

SPONSOR: Improving Enterprises
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC:  Open Discussion
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: Open Discussion. Bring your own topic and see what other spring enthusiasts know about it. Share opinions and interests.

NOTICE!!

The April SDUG Meeting will be on the second Thursday 4/11/13 (The day after JavaMUG) rather than the third Wednesday. Ken Kousen will be presenting both nights. JavaMUG 4/10 then SDUG 4/11.

NOTICE!!

SPONSOR: Improving Enterprises
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC:  Rabbits in the Machine (RabbitMQ)
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: RabbitMQ is a complete and highly reliable enterprise messaging system based on the emerging AMQP standard. The Spring AMQP project is making it easy to work with RabbitMQ. Come learn how RabbitMQ is perfect for The Cloud and how Credera is currently using RabbitMQ with its clients.

Biography: Andrew Rubalcaba is a Contractor at Credera. He currently works with Credera clients on providing IT solutions for large scale Java Enterprise Systems. As a developer he has worked all over the DFW Metoplex developing Spring/JEE applications. He has over 9 years of experience developing with various Java technologies, Spring, JMS, Hibernate, MyBatis, Tomcat, Jboss. etc. When Andrew is not programming he enjoys traveling, going to concerts, and spending time with his 2 nieces in South Texas.

John Jacobs is a Senior Architect with Credera, where he leads the firm’s eCommerce Solutions Practice. He has over 13 years of consulting and industry experience, helping his clients in the financial services, telecommunications, retail and non-profit industries solve their hardest business problems. For example, he recently led the development of a custom CRM and point of sale solution for a regional mobile network operator – built on lightweight open source technology and fully integrated with the company’s eCommerce web site. John is a strong advocate of agile architectures, methodologies and the tools and frameworks that enable them. He speaks on these topics at conferences and user groups, including Dallas Tech Fest, the SOA User Group and the Dallas Spring User Group. Mr. Jacobs received his BBA in Information and Operations Management from Texas A&M University and his MBA from the University of Texas at San Antonio.

SPONSOR: Improving Enterprises
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC:  Cross-cutting concerns in Spring with Aspects
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: Aspect Oriented Programming (AOP) is an extremely powerful tool in any Spring Developer’s toolbox. It enables us to easily and succinctly address cross-cutting concerns. We will explore different ways to apply AOP appropriately in order to make the most of our development time.

Biography: Josh Hamit (http://www.joshhamit.com) currently works in the Custom Java Development practice at Credera (http://www.credera.com). Prior to that, he owned and operated a small web development company while earning his degree at Baylor University. In his free time, Josh works to support Mountain Movers International (http://www.mountainmovers.org) with his father.’

SPONSOR: Improving Enterprises
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

December meeting Cancelled
This Months meeting is cancelled.

Merry Christmas everyone!!

SPONSOR: No sponsor for December
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org

Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

November meeting Cancelled
This Months meeting is cancelled due to its proximity to Thanksgiving.

Happy Thanksgiving everyone!!

SPONSOR: No sponsor for November
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org

Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC: Speed Talks
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract:

1. Bruce - Spring 101 setting up a basic spring project in Springsource tools suite
2. Brian - maven archetype to start up a spring app quickly.
3. Samaresh - Spring/JPA
4. Dennis Kubes - Singly API for java Spring
5. Josh Hamit - Configurable page instances in Geb

SPONSOR: No sponsor for October
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org

Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC: Spring or J2EE/JEE?
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: Spring or J2EE/JEE?  Since the evolution of Spring, there have been 2 separate schools of thought on which framework is best for developing Enterprise Java.  This session will offer an alternative – why not both?   Join in on the discussion of pros and cons of both frameworks, how they can integrate together, and how the market-leading application server supports Spring with things like console support for Spring components, simplified configuration of Spring beans, and improved administration of Spring apps. We will also look at new JEE 6 features that help modernize Spring environments, Maven for Spring developers and tooling support for Spring via Eclipse plugins.

Biography: Shari White is a Senior Solution Consultant with 6 years at Oracle specializing in WebLogic Server and SOA technologies.   Prior to joining Oracle, Shari was with BEA Systems where she originally began working with Spring-Weblogic integration.   While 10 years removed from full-time software development, she still enjoys keeping up with the latest Java technologies and trends, and speaks regularly at Oracle middleware technology events.   Shari is a single mom of a 1^st grade boy, and very glad school has finally started up again.   She has no spare time, but if she did, she would enjoy running, cooking and drinking wine. 

SPONSOR: Oracle
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/

Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72

Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org

Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531

TOPIC:  JavaFX 2 using the Spring framework
6:30 to 7:00 Pizza
7:00 Main Meeting

Abstract: JavaFX 2 is the future of RIA development. It takes the power of a modern scene graph, adds rich animation and multimedia capabilities, and extends to the web and beyond with seamless portability. At the same time, it leverages the power and breadth of the Java language and platform, allowing full access to existing Java libraries and integration with Java client technologies like Swing.

This session will introduce you to the JavaFX 2 platform with an end-to-end example built using the Spring framework. See best practices for applying Spring web service and authorization APIs in your JavaFX application. If you have heard about JavaFX before, but were not sure about taking the plunge, now is the time to see what you have been missing out on.

Biography: Stephen Chin is a Java Evangelist at Oracle specializing in UI technology and co-author of the Pro JavaFX Platform 2 title, which is the leading technical reference for JavaFX. He has been featured at Java conferences around the world including Devoxx, Codemash, OSCON, J-Fall, GeeCON, Jazoon, and JavaOne, where he twice received a Rock Star Award. In his evenings and weekends, Stephen is an open-source hacker, working on projects including ScalaFX, a DSL for JavaFX in the Scala language, Visage, a UI oriented JVM language, JFXtras, a JavaFX component and extension library, and Apropos, an Agile Project Portfolio scheduling tool written in JavaFX. Stephen can be followed on twitter @steveonjava and reached via his blog: http://steveonjava.com/

SPONSOR: We do not yet have a Sponsor for April.
MEETING LOCATION:
Improving Enterprises.
16633 Dallas Parkway
Suite 100
Addison, TX 75001MAP: http://www.improvingenterprises.com/contact/Directions and information can be found on our meeting location page. http://www.springdallasug.org?page_id=72Spring Dallas User Group: http://www.springdallasug.org Regards,
Bruce Schesvold
Co-Organizer SDUG
Email: bschesvold@gmail.com
LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/pub/bruce-schesvold/1a/508/531