Core Security Patterns,Author Ramesh Nagappan, Java Technology Architect at Sun Microsystems, discusses core security patterns that are crucial for secure programming. Book:Core Security Patterns: Best Practices and Strategies for J2EE,Web Services, and Identity Management http:www.phptr.comtitle0131463071 ISBN: 0-13-146307-1 With extensive industry experience, he specializes in Java distributed computing and security architectures for mission-critical applications. Previously he coauthored three best-selling books on J2EE, EAI, and Web Services. He is an active contributor to open source applications and industry-standard initiatives, and frequently speaks at industry conferences related to Java, XML, and Security.