XML and SQL Server 2000 will enable SQL developers to understand and work with XML, the preferred technology for integrating eBusiness systems. This book will provide a comprehensive discussion of SQL Server 2000's XML capabilities. There is a brief discussion in the first two chapters on XSL/XSLT and DTD's targeted to database developers since most developers are new to this technology. From there numerous examples are discussed in the areas of IIS Directories, http, xml views and xml schemas, openxml, and much more. About the AuthorJohn Griffin is currently Senior Applications Developer for Iomega Corp. in Roy, UT. He has worked in the computer industry in one form or another since 1969. Previous experience includes contract work for Sprint-Paranet of Houston, TX, systems administration for the Department of Defense, and serving in the U.S. Navy for nine years. He holds the MCNE, MCSE, MCP+I and A+ certifications. John lives in Layton, Utah with his wife, Judith, and Australian Shepherd, Maggie.