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Java Platform Edition
GoF/Java Patterns in Rational XDE: Introduction
This article introduces the Java-language implementation of the Gang of Four patterns that come preinstalled in Rational XDE Professional v2002: Java Platform Edition. These patterns can be used to solve a wide range of design and software engineering problems. New patterns added: March 5, 2002.
XDE Modeling Guidelines for J2EE
This document provides you with a set of guidelines on how to structure an XDE model for a small J2EE project. These guidelines are an ideal place to start when deciding on your project's model structuring. The Pearl Circle Online Auction, available on the Rational Developer Network, is the example on which these guidelines are based. More guidance on structuring models is available in the RUP Java Developers' Process Configuration (RJDC) - also available in the Rational XDE Knowledge Center.
First Encounters with Rational XDE Professional
Part 1: Introduction
A developer shares his early observations of Rational's new integrated modeling and development environment, Rational XDE Professional v2002 — Java Platform Edition. He compares XDE to Rational Rose and introduces XDE's key features.
First Encounters with Rational XDE Professional
Part 2: A Simple Application
Having introduced the Java edition of Rational XDE Professional v2002 in an earlier article, Steven Franklin describes how he set up XDE to suit his personal style and then used it to design and develop a simple client/server application.
First Encounters with Rational XDE Professional
Part 3: A J2EE Web Application
Moving on from early experimenting to a more realistic use of Rational XDE Professional v2002 -- Java Platform Edition, the author focuses on J2EE development, prototyping a simple JSP/servlet application deployed to a WebLogic application server.
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Microsoft .NET Edition
GoF/C# Patterns in Rational XDE: Introduction
This article introduces the C# implementation of the Gang of Four patterns that come preinstalled in Rational XDE Professional v2002: Microsoft .NET Edition. These patterns can be used to solve a wide range of design and software engineering problems. New patterns added: March 5, 2002.
Getting Started with Rational XDE Professional: A Guide for Visual Studio .NET Developers
Rational XDE Professional v2002, Microsoft .NET Edition, is a powerful modeling and productivity tool for developers that integrates with Visual Studio .NET. This article introduces XDE's major features and takes you through a simple example project.
Developing Client/Server Applications with Rational XDE Professional
Part 1: Introducing Rational XDE for .NET
This article illustrates some important features of Rational XDE Professional v2002, Microsoft .NET Edition, through a very simple example, in preparation for a more practical example of this integrated modeling and development environment in Part 2.
Updated: The RUP .NET Developer's Configuration
The updated RUP .NET Developer's Configuration is a straightforward, lightweight process configuration of the Rational Unified Process (RUP) specifically customized to address the needs of the .NET developer. This configuration provides guidance on the essential requirements, software architecture, detailed design, and implementation activities, supplementing the process guidance provided in RUP with .NET-specific information.

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Rational XDE Professional v2002: Java Platform Edition Release Notes
Here are the release notes for Rational Software’s newest product.
Rational XDE Professional v2002: Microsoft .NET Edition Release Notes
Here are the release notes for Rational Software’s newest product.
Rational XDE v2002: Technical FAQ
Please check here for the answers to some common questions regarding installation, usage, and support of Rational XDE v2002.



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Rational XDE: A Visual Modeling and Development Tool for the Rest of Us
The release of the Rational XDE Professional visual modeling and development tool marks the beginning of an era for the Rational Software community: For the first time, Rational is providing a rapid development solution for "the rest of us."

Coming soon: The Rational XDE tutorial and sample applications.

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Evaluation Copy of Rational XDE
Rational XDE v2002 Evaluation Guide
Rational XDE v2002: Java Platform Edition
Rational XDE v2002: Microsoft .NET Edition
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FREE: Essentials of Rational® XDE™ for the Java™ Platform
FREE: Essentials of Rational® XDE™ for the .NET Platform
New: Principles of Modeling
New: Principles of Use Case Modeling with UML
Free: Principles of Rational Unified Process

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