This practical technical guide to embedded middleware implementation offers a coherent framework that guides readers through all the key concepts necessary to gain an understanding of this broad topic‎.‎ Big picture theoretical discussion is integrated with down‎-to‎-earth advice on successful real‎-world use via step‎-by‎-step examples of each type of middleware implementation‎.‎ Technically detailed case studies bring it all together‎,‎ by providing insight into typical engineering situations readers are likely to encounter‎.‎ Expert author Tammy Noergaard keeps explanations as simple and readable as possible‎,‎ eschewing jargon and carefully defining acronyms‎.‎ The start of each chapter includes a ‎"‎setting the stage‎"‎ section‎,‎ so readers can take a step back and understand the context and applications of the information being provided‎.‎ Core middleware‎,‎ such as networking protocols‎,‎ file systems‎,‎ virtual machines‎,‎ and databases‎;‎ more complex middleware that builds upon generic pieces‎,‎ such as MOM‎,‎ ORB‎,‎ and RPC‎;‎ and integrated middleware software packages‎,‎ such as embedded JVMs‎,‎ ‎.‎NET‎,‎ and CORBA packages are all demystified‎.‎ Embedded middleware theory and practice that will get your knowledge and skills up to speed Covers standards‎,‎ networking‎,‎ file systems‎,‎ virtual machines‎,‎ and more Get hands‎-on programming experience by starting with the downloadable open source code examples from book website