A fast-paced concisse developers introduction to Apache Jakarta Tomcat, the official reference implementation used to build Servlets and JSP applications. Millions of developers learn JSP on the Tomcat platform. As an open source project, Tomcat has little or no existing documentation. Focused on the features of Tomcat 4.0.3 and 4.1, the latest versions. Includes the role of Tomcat and related tools in facilitating JSP and Servlet Web applications. Apache Jakarta Tomcat is a Java application server, the open-source equivalent to BEAs WebLogic Server. Its also the official reference implementation for Suns JSP and Servlet technologies. As the official implementation, millions of Java developers learning JSP need instruction and practical advice about Tomcat. However, there are currently few books and limited online resources to explain the nuances of JSP development using Tomcat. Tomcat covers Tomcat 4.0.3 and 4.1, the latest versions developed for the current JSP and Servlet specifications. The book starts with the essentials of JSP and Servlets, then explains how to install and administer the Tomcat server. Further chapters discuss how Tomcat enhances application development with tag libraries, error logging, filters and valves, and more. It includes the use of the popular Apache Struts framework and Apache Axis XML processor. Later chapters explain advanced concepts such as Tomcat security and integrating Tomcat into larger J2EE applications. Martin Bond has designed and developed systems with C++, Java and JavaScript and has developed training courses on UNIX, Solaris, Java and XML. Hes currently an IT trainer and consultant and has a masters degree in computer science. Debbie Law was previously a technical manager for Siemens and has developed compilers for parallel processing systems and client server applications in Java. She graduated with honors in computer science and is currently an IT consultant. The authors previously contributed to Sams Teach Yourself J2EE in 21 Days (0-672-32384-2) and work at Content Master, a team of IT experts and top training exponents in the UK, with advanced instructional design experience for insight into teaching methodology, plus extensive peer review of all chapters to ensure focus and accuracy