TAME? (Tag-Activated Markup Enhancer) is a platform-independent, server-side,
interpretive programming language. The scope and functionality of the
language are comparable to Java and Javascript. TAME is compatible with Java,
so you can incorporate and continue to use applets and elements you have
already developed. TAME is fully integrated with XML (eXtensible Markup
Language): with TAME, you can create your own XML code at will.
TAME's primary benefits include the following. This guide outlines these
benefits and gives a brief overview of the way TAME works.
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Platform independence
Browser compatibility
Less bandwidth to deliver data-driven content
XML technology
Ease of coding and use
Elimination of CGI programming
Platform Independence - TAME with XML maintains platform independence. It can
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Browser Compatibility
Features at a glance
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2. TAME XML overcomes browser limitations
Eliminates dependency on browser upgrades
TAME?s XML code can be interpreted and processed by virtually any Web browser
in use today. Without TAME, producing XML readable by today?s major browsers
can be an impossible task. Netscape and Microsoft have announced that
upcoming releases of their browsers will be able to read XML, but even when
this happens, it will not account for the millions of browser copies in
circulation today. Furthermore, XML is in its infancy: it is still being
defined. The ability of these proposed browsers to read XML is at 1.0.
Continual modifications will be necessary, and not all users will download
and install the patches or upgrades. By employing TAME for XML, you are
assured that your applications written in XML can be viewed and used by
nearly every Internet user, now and in the future.
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Less Bandwidth to
Deliver Data-Driven Content
Features at a glance
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2. Server-side processing
Greater user satisfaction
Another value TAME offers is server-side processing, which greatly reduces
bandwidth consumption. While reduced bandwidth translates to reduced costs,
this is only a secondary benefit. Your primary benefit of server-side
processing is the speed and ease your customers will experience as they work
interactively with your applications over the Web. No matter how your
customers are connected (whether they?re using a dial-up modem, DSL, or a
T-1), they will find your online services to be much more user-friendly and
rapid.
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Use of XML Technology
Features at a glance
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3. Increased flexibility in Web design and presentation
Ease of producing XML
Predefined functions in TAME accelerate learning and application
XML is a descendant of SGML (standard generalized markup language), as is
HTML (hypertext markup language). HTML employs rigid rules for tagging, and
despite these ironclad standards, a Web page?s appearance can vary based on
the browser and operating system. The solution has been to settle for the
least common denominator of page setup or to state that the site is best
viewed using a particular browser.
TAME?s XML helps you avoid these problems. XML exploits the original rules
that were established in SGML, giving developers greater freedom for
creativity. With TAME, the freedom is increased even more by ensuring a page
will appear the same way no matter the Web browser or operating system.
TAME contains more than 360 predefined functions, which cuts the learning
curve that new and seasoned programmers would otherwise have to surmount when
using this language. Moreover, the set functions save experienced programmers
time by reducing repetitive tagging.
TAME gives you the power to work with XML standards to create code suited to
your particular applications: you can create new XML tags specific to a
project, application, industry, or the whole Web.
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Ease of Coding and Use
Features at a glance
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3. Predefined tags help eliminate whole processes
Faster development cycles allowed
Code is shorter, further reducing bandwidth demand
Code is much shorter because of TAME?s predefined tags. In fact, application
of the preset tags eliminates whole processes, such as CGI programming.
Economy of code saves programmers time and reduces the development process,
meaning applications and new application releases (or bug fixes) can be
deployed more quickly. Furthermore, a reduced programming cycle enables you
to invest additional time in planning as well as quality assurance.
Yet another benefit of shorter code is an even greater reduction of bandwidth
demands. Consequently, the combination of reduced code length and server-side
processing through TAME means that your bandwidth usage is mostly for the
?vitals? of the Internet: sending pages to users and receiving information
back from them. Users receive only resultant data, not applications to
formulate data.
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Elimination of CGI (Common Gateway Interface) Programming
Features at a glance
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2. No need to set up Perl scripts
TAME XML captures objects dynamically
Many Internet applications require CGI programming to cull information and
categorize it after a user submits a form online. TAME and XML eliminate that
requirement. Instead, the information is tagged as the user submits it. For
example a first name, last name submission may be ?wrapped? in tags as
follows:
<EACHRECORD TABLE=CUST>
<td>{?FIRST}</td>
<td>{?LAST}</td>
</EACHRECORD>
This code illustrates the replacement for CGI. The data-driven object
variables will dynamically generate columns from the source information
starting with the first one encountered and it will run through infinity.
Harness the Power of TAME Today - No matter your role in the computer
industry, whether you?re an application service provider, an Internet service
provider, an OEM, a developer, or an end user, you can start implementing
TAME now to reduce production times and increase the value of your services.
Call 877.FOR.TAME
(877/367-8263) or send an e-mail to info(_at_)tameable(_dot_)com for more
details.
Complimentary technology briefings are occurring nationwide. You can find out
the schedules by phone or e-mail
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