Project Wrap-Up - SCJD Exam with J2SE 5 - page 322

FAQ Q Where do I get the database files to run the sample project?
A It is included in the zip file you can download from the Apress web site
( http://www.apress.com ).

Q Do I have to package my application as a JAR file?
A The answer to this question depends on the specifics of your exam. However, our expe-
rience has been that most exams require that the examinees use JAR files for their
submission. It is recommended that separate JAR files be included in a master JAR file
for submission.

Q What do I need to include with my exam submission?
A The basic elements are typically as follows:

• Source files

• An executable JAR file

• Database file(s)

• A design document explaining some of the key design decisions

• A file that explains the development environment you used

• Javadocs

• User documentation

However, you must carefully read the instructions provided to you by Sun to ensure
that you meet the submission requirements. If there is a discrepancy between what
we have described and what is in the Sun instructions, you must follow the Sun
instructions.

Q What platform should I test my submission on?
A Since Java is platform independent, your submission should run on either Unix or
Windows. We strongly recommend that you test your exam on Windows, Unix, Linux,
and Mac OS X (i.e., Macintosh), since there can be subtle platform differences that
could cause problems with your submission. For consistency and simplicity, the exam-
ples in this topic have been demonstrated on Windows 2000. Even though there is no
guarantee what platform your application will be tested on once it is submitted, make
sure you document the platform you worked on in your ReadMe.

Q What should I do after I have passed the exam?
A Celebrate. Then send us an e-mail at [e-mail] .

Q If I have comments or questions regarding this topic, whom should I contact?
A You can contact the authors at [e-mail] .