Apache Cocoon: a web applications framework for the JISC IE
Abstract
Purpose
Proposes to describe and evaluate Cocoon, an Apache Software Foundation project.
Design/methodology/approach
Reports from a digitisation and repository building experience based on a number of Joint Information Systems Committee (JISC) projects, through which a need for an open standards, open source framework for building XML‐based applications emerged between 1998 to 2003. Describes and evaluates Cocoon, an Apache Software Foundation project. Uses a general project outline to exemplify the potential impact that open source technologies have on JISC projects, and presents two case studies based on the Artworld and Virtual Norfolk projects (both funded under JISC 5/99).
Findings
Finds that Apache Cocoon as an ideal solution to emerging projects within or outside the JISC environment. Argues that open source technologies offer a robust, sustainable architecture for the future of academic information environments. Concludes with an outline of recent activity focused around and driven by Apache Cocoon and its meaningful relationship with academic projects.
Originality/value
Contains useful information on Apache Cocoon.
Keywords
Citation
Casal, D. (2005), "Apache Cocoon: a web applications framework for the JISC IE", VINE, Vol. 35 No. 1/2, pp. 70-77. https://doi.org/10.1108/03055720510588515
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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