(Ebook) Groovy for Domain-specific Languages - Second Edition by Dearle, Fergal ISBN 9781849695404, 1849695407

(Ebook) Groovy for Domain-specific Languages - Second Edition by Dearle, Fergal ISBN 9781849695404, 1849695407

Extend and enhance your Java applications with domain-specific scripting in GroovyAbout This Book* Build domain-specific mini languages in Groovy that integrate seamlessly with your Java apps with this hands-on guide* Increase stakeholder participation in the development process with domain-specific scripting in Groovy* Get up to speed with the newest features in Groovy using this second edition and integrate Groovy-based DSLs into your existing Java applications.Who This Book Is ForThis book is for Java software developers who have an interest in building domain scripting into their Java applications. No knowledge of Groovy is required, although it will be helpful. This book does not teach Groovy, but quickly introduces the basic ideas of Groovy. An experienced Java developer should have no problems with these and move quickly on to the more involved aspects of creating DSLs with Groovy. No experience of creating a DSL is required.What You Will Learn* Familiarize yourself with Groovy scripting and work with Groovy closures* Use the meta-programming features in Groovy to build mini languages* Employ Groovy mark-up and builders to simplify application development* Familiarize yourself with Groovy mark-up and build your own Groovy builders* Build effective DSLs with operator overloading, command chains, builders, and a host of other Groovy language features* Integrate Groovy with your Java and JVM based applications