WebSphere Revolution

Get the fascinating and often surprising inside story behind the development of IBM WebSphere.

A Rare Look Inside IBM!

IBM WebSphere is a powerful suite of middleware that is central to IBM’s success in the software industry…but this book is not about that.

WebSphere Revolution is about the human story behind the development of WebSphere. It provides a rare inside look at the inner workings of IBM and the software industry that has never been shared before. It’s a story about courageous customers, dedicated business partners, the efforts of over 6,000 IBM developers, and new models of software development. It’s a story about the surprising decisions of IBM executives, marketing brilliance, and bold bets placed in a world of dynamic technology trends. But most importantly, it’s a story about the capacity of the human heart to innovate and achieve.

Come with us and relive the human roller coaster ride that resulted in one of the world’s most powerful and recognizable brands—WebSphere.

About the Author

Jim Hoskins has been involved with computer technology design, implementation, and education for over 25 years. He is the author of many articles and books covering a wide range of technology and Internet business topics. Jim spent a decade with IBM designing computer systems and directly helping businesses of all sizes design and implement real-world solutions. He is the author/editor of the popular Exploring IBM series which has sold over 350,000 copies in 12 languages. Jim has a degree in electrical engineering from the University of Florida and resides in Gulf Breeze, Florida, with his wife and five children. You can reach Jim via e-mail at jimh@maxpress.com.