The Apple University Consortium is pleased to announce it is offering 16 Scholarships to the WebObjects workshop to be held at Cliftons Training Centre in Sydney. Recipients will be eligible to attend the four day workshop, commencing on the 28 May 2007.
Apple's WebObjects technology is becoming more and more pervasive. Some of the world's largest companies, including AAA, U. S. Coast Guard, Adobe Systems, and of course, Apple Computer, rely on WebObjects for their e-commerce solutions, database management and more. This workshop is designed to introduce you to the world of WebObjects so you to can leverage its power in your organisation.
A maximum of 16 people can attend the workshop so seats will be allocated on a first come first served basis. The AUC strongly encourages students to attend.
What is WebObjects?
WebObjects is a Java Web application server available for free with Mac OS X. It has a range of tools and frameworks to develop and deploy Web applications and Web services. Its hallmark features are its deep object-orientation, powerful data connectivity features and rapid prototyping tools. WebObjects application is essentially a server-side executable, created by combining prebuilt application framework objects with the developer's own custom code. Applications created with WebObjects can be Web browser-based, have the full interactivity of stand-alone Java desktop applications or be offered as standards-based Web services.
What will I learn?
The WebObjects workshop is designed for those who want to learn how to leverage the WebObjects platform to develop easy to use web based applications. It is important that attendee's have a basic knowledge of Java and Mac OS X.
A outline of the key topics discussed during the workshop is outlined below.
Day One
The first day is designed to give participants an overview of the WebObjects platform, Database design, SQL and the Xcode.
- Introduction and Overview,
- Who What and Where,
- Understanding real world database design,
- Overview of EOModler and SQL Generation,
- Xcode and WebObjects.
Day Two
Day two of the workshop will focus on integrating databases with Webobjects applications and using Webobjects developer tools.
- Talking to Databases focusing on EOEditingContext and Database manipulations,
- WebObjects Building focusing on Dynamic Elements, Forms and Design Principals.
Day Three
Day three of the workshop focuses on advanced WebObjects topics including:
- Advanced Application Settings,
- Frameworks,
- WODisplayGroup.
Day Four
Day four of the workshop focuses on management and deployment of WebObjects applications, specifically:
- Direct Actions,
- Dealing with Stale Data,
- DirectToWeb,
- Deployment.
Who should attend?
The workshop is aimed specifically at students who study computing science, computer engineering, information technology, mathematics or related disciplines and/or have an interest in developing . The workshop is also aimed at staff of similar background and interests. Staff who are interested in deploying web based applications using WebObjects are also encouraged to attend. It is expected that those who attend will have some computer programming experience using languages such as, but not limited to, Java and C++. It is not expected that students/staff have previous experience programming on the Mac OS X platform.
Scholarship & Registration
Each member University has one Scholarship to allocate to attend the workshop. Extra places may be available after the closing date.
The scholarship covers return economy airfares, accommodation for four nights (five nights for WA, NT & FNQ attendees), meals (excluding breakfast) for the duration of the event and notes/text books. Those who attend must however pay a registration fee of $50.00 (student) or $100.00 (staff) by 23 May to confirm attendance.
Registrations will be processed on a first come first served basis.
Accommodation & Travel
You will need to organise your own flights and accommodation to attend the event.
The AUC nor Apple Computer can assist with organising flights or accommodation.
Dates & Venue
The workshops will be held at Cliftons Training Centre in the Sydney Central Business District (CBD) on 28-31 May 2007.
Cliftons Training Centre
Level 2, 200 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Each session commences at 9:30am and will conclude at roughly 4:30pm.
Scholarship Subsidies
Accomodation
Recipients of the scholarship from eastern states (NSW, QLD, VIC, TAS) receive funding for duration of the workshop. Recipients from other states (NT, WA,SA) receive funding for an additional night to allow arrival the day before the Workshops commence.
| Departure Point | Maximum Accommodation Subsidy Claimable |
| Western Australia (PER), NT (DAR) & South Australia (ADL) (4 nights) | $600 |
| All Others (3 Nights) | $450 |
The above accommodation subsidy of $150 per night is based on budget accommodation in the Sydney CBD region. It is the responsibility of the individual to arrange accommodation. Tax Invoices should be kept to support your claim for funding.
Airfare
For recipients of the scholarship the AUC is offering to cover return economy airfares up to a maximum amount as detailed below. We encourage you to use discount airfares to keep your airfare under the maximum airfare claimable. Tax Invoices should be kept to support your claim for funding.
| Departure Point | Maximum Airfare Subsidy Claimable |
| Northern Territory (DAR) | $600 |
| Western Australia (PER) | $640 |
| South Australia (ADL) | $470 |
| New South Wales (BHS/ARM/WGA/LSY) | $350 |
| ACT (CNB) | $350 |
| Victoria (MEL) | $350 |
| Tasmania (HOB/LCN) | $430 |
| Queensland - Far North (TSV/ROK/CNS) | $450 |
| Queensland (BNE) | $350 |
Registration
To take advantage of the AUC WebObjects Workshop Scholarship you must download the enrolment form and return it to Andrew Jeffrey via email by 23 May 2007. You must get your local AUDF Co-ordinator to approve this before submitting it. Your participation will be guaranteed once the enrolment fee has been paid.
AUC_WebObjects_Application.doc
If you have any questions regarding this program please call (02) 4221 5230 and speak with Andrew Jeffrey or email ajeffrey@asia.apple.com.
