Instant Messaging Systems: Cracking the Code

This work presents complete instant messaging applications with design specifications, flow diagrams and source code with line-by-line explanation. It includes 2 different Jabber-compliant IM solutions - Java based and .NET based with C#. Each solution makes heavy use of web services. The IM client is extended beyond the desktop to include handheld wireless devices. CD-ROM includes fully functioning IM systems built in the book, along with complete source code and additional 3rd party development tools.