Beta Version of Nexus Book ePub Now Available
We’ve published an initial, beta version of an ePub book for Nexus. To download it, go to the Nexus Book website, and click on the ePub download link. After filling out a simple registration form, you will receive an email pointing you to the download.
The current ePub file weighs in at 16 MB, and it contains all of the content from the online and PDF version of the book. eBook readers are a constantly moving target, from large format readers like the Kindle, Sony Reader, and iPad to smaller mobile platforms like Android and iPhone, and there is wide variation in how ePub readers interpret CSS and format text.
While we’ve done some basic initial testing to make sure that content is readable, there are still going to be some issues with code line width and figure sizes. We’re looking for feedback on usability. If you download this epub, take some time to let us know at book@sonatype.com. Let us know: what device you were using, if you find code listings to be unusable due to width limitations, if you able to view all of the figures. We’re especially interested in feedback from people viewing this content on an iPad.
We’ve tested this book on the Sony Reader emulator and in the Adode Digital Editions reader. As you can see, there are going to be some issues with figure width. Wide figures may be truncated on the Sony Reader and other eBook readers. We continuing to investigate strategies for creating smaller, eBook-friendly versions of book figures.
Special thanks to Brian Jackson for taking the initiative to fork the Nexus Book git repository and add support for epub. In the process of adding this epub support, Brian also submitted some patches to the docbkx-maven-plugin.
IBM and RIM at Sonatype's Maven Meetup this June
On June 16 Sonatype is hosting a Maven Meetup and Eclipse DemoCamp in Guelph, Ontario, and members of IBM, Sonatype and RIM will be a part of the presentation and demo lineups.
Presentations will run throughout the day, followed by an Eclipse DemoCamp featuring members of the local tech community. So far, the DemoCamp presentations will cover topics such as API Tooling, Eclipse Integration, Tycho, and e4-based applications.
If you would like to attend or participate in this free event, register today. For more information about Eclipse DemoCamps, please click here.
Maven Enforcer Plugin Tutorial: Part 2
We have added new videos and tutorials to Sonatype’s YouTube channel. Matthew McCullough’s training videos on the Enforcer Plugin part 2 walks you through the various motivations for having consistent Maven development environments, and shows you how to employ best practices. More videos will be added regularly, so check our blog often!
Sign up for the Eclipse DemoCamp in Guelph
Sonatype & Eclipse present a Maven Meetup:
Are you working on an Eclipse open source project, or building new software with Maven? Or maybe you’re just an Eclipse and Maven fan looking to meet fellow enthusiasts — whatever the case, we want to hear from you!
Sonatype and Eclipse are hosting a meetup in Guelph, Ontario this June. The day will begin with presentations from Sonatype and IBM, and will be followed by an Eclipse DemoCamp.
Spaces are starting to fill up for the DemoCamp portion of the night. Make sure you secure a demo slot by signing up here. This event is free to attend, but seating will be limited so be sure to RSVP by registering today!
Sonatype's Maven training: Enforcer plugin part 1
We have added new videos and tutorials to Sonatype’s YouTube channel. Matthew McCullough’s training videos on the Enforcer Plugin part 1 gives you a sample of Sonatype’s Maven training, walks you through consistent Maven development environments, and shows you how to employ best practices. More videos will be added regularly, so check our blog often!
