Why Java APIs aren't the same as a Harry Potter novel

	Topaz aims to be the fastest Ruby implementation | Make performance and scalability testing continuous ... or else
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	Why Java APIs aren't the same as a Harry Potter novel Google's decision to copy 37 lines of Java API code is analogous to a two-bit author plagiarizing an entire Harry Potter novel, according to a freshly filed appeal from Oracle over Google's commercial use of Java. Oracle's wrong. Here's why. Read More WHITE PAPER: IBM Rapidly Integrate SAP with Cloud Applications As cloud adoption rates increase, the need to integrate cloud applications and SAP systems is critical. IBM WebSphere Cast Iron Cloud integration provides companies with the ability to implement integration projects in days, not weeks or months and it can streamline business processes across multiple cloud and on-premise applications. Read Now In this Issue Topaz aims to be the fastest Ruby implementation Make performance and scalability testing continuous ... or else Microsoft embraces open source -- to a point Opera moves to the WebKit rendering engine WHITE PAPER: IBM Capitalizing on Mobile Moments for Smarter Commerce Many enterprises are finding opportunities to deliver value by creating the perfect mobile app. Two critical decisions make the difference between the winners and losers in capitalizing on the promises offered by the unique characteristics and benefits of mobile. Read Now Topaz aims to be the fastest Ruby implementation Now in development and expected to be ready in "a year or two," the planned version of the language would feature a quick interpreter. Read More Make performance and scalability testing continuous ... or else You don't build a bridge and say, "I have no idea how many cars will be on it at once, so let's just see if it falls." Why would you do that in software? Read More Microsoft embraces open source -- to a point The company is expanding its participation in open source endeavors, no longer believes Linux is a 'cancer.' Read More Opera moves to the WebKit rendering engine Creating some consternation in the Web development community, Opera Software is switching from a home-built rendering engine to the more widely used open-source WebKit, now employed in the Apple Safari and Google Chrome browsers. Read More
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