A continuous integration (CI) engine is an automated build system that checks out the most current code from a source code repository, builds it, and makes the resulting artifacts available for download and review. This tutorial covers the setup of a continuous integration server for Java projects with Hudson, one of the top open source CI engines.
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Creating a Continuous Integration Server for Java Projects Using Hudson
By Grant Smith • Oct 23rd, 2009 • Category: Features, TutorialsA Primer on Europe for US-Based Open Source Communities and Vendors
By Sandro Groganz • Jul 30th, 2009 • Category: Articles, FeaturesEurope leads the world in open source adoption and development, so it’s no coincidence that many open source communities and vendors based in the US are interested in reaching across the Atlantic. This article explores the differences between the US and Europe and provides insight about how communities and vendors can bridge the gap to test and develop new markets within Europe.
Survey of Open Source Modeling Tools for Software Development
By Grant Smith • Feb 5th, 2009 • Category: Comparisons, FeaturesPoor planning is one of the top reasons why software projects are delivered late, over budget, or not at all, so it’s important to get organized before you start coding. In this article we survey some of the open source modeling tools available to help you streamline the development planning process.