Read my new article "Opening Java Projects Up to Open Source" published in the February issue of Java Developers Journal.

The article focuses on the use of open source technology in Java projects with an emphasis on how most projects can benefit from it. The largest buzz around open source typically has been around Linux and the end-user applications such as Open Office. The article highlights the wealth of technology available to Java developers via the open source community. Several open source communities with a Java focus, including Apache, Sourceforge, and Tigris are described. Some of the more popular and most useful open source java technologies are also discussed. The article further discusses the substantial benefits that can be realized through the use of open source technology that is available for Java projects. There is also a discussion on breaking down corporate barriers restricting developers from using open source within applications.