IBM WebSphere Application Server Community Edition is a Java Platform, Enterprise Edition (Java EE) server that complies with the Java EE specification. Like all Java EE servers, it provides a platform for multi-tier enterprise applications, including support for
This product is based on the Apache Geronimo project and includes many open source projects.
The IBM WebSphere Application Server Community Edition license agreement is provided in several languages for your review. Choose and review the appropriate file from the license directory in your installation. There is no license fee for this product but you may purchase a service agreement from IBM. See the product site for details.
On this page, the links to user documentation reference the English translation, but the user documentation, including this README file, is being translated to other languages. As new translations become available, they will be published on the Internet. To view the translations, use the WebSphere Application Server Community Edition language selection page and click on the tab for the desired language. The resulting page will provide links to the translated documentation for each applicable version of the WebSphere Application Server Community Edition.
Like all user documentation, detailed installation prerequisites can be found on the Internet. A good place to start is the Overview section.
Check the what's new in WASCE section in the documentation for a list with the latest updates added to this release. For more detail, review the CHANGES.txt file in your installation.
The product's internet download site can be used to obtain sample Java EE applications that can be used to evaluate the product and as templates for your own development.
Obtain the server adapter (formerly known as Eclipse plug-in) from its download site, install it, and use it to deploy and test your own Java EE assets on your server.
For the most up to date information, browse user documentation. A good place to start is the Overview section. If you need additional help, these support options are available.
Reference information for Java EE programmers can be found at the Sun Developer Network including Javadoc specifications for the Java EE APIs, frequently asked questions, and tutorials.
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