Having an e-commerce Web site is no longer a competitive advantage--it's now a competitive imperative. But constructing a profitable and effective e-commerce site involves much more than simply adding shopping-cart capabilities to an existing Web site. It requires an understanding of rapidly evolving issues and the integration of complex technologies. Developing e-Commerce Sites leads you step-by-step through the process of building a sophisticated e-commerce Web site. This book brings you up to speed on the latest technologies and shows you how to integrate them into a customized e-commerce site that serves your organization's specific needs. Details and instructions are reinforced by carefully crafted code examples that incorporate empowering technologies. The examples are included on the accompanying CD-ROM. In addition, the authors describe a complete e-commerce solution, illustrating system design, user interface, and utility classes. Developing e-Commerce Sites demonstrates...