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Zend Core for IBM

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Overview

Zend Core for IBMZend Core for IBM is a seamless out-of-the-box, easy to install and supported PHP development and production environment; featuring tight integration with IBM® DB2® and Informix Dynamic Server (IDS) drivers. DB2 pureXML™ offers native support for XML optimal with Web Services and Service Oriented Architectures (SOA). With PHP well known for rapid application development, Zend Core for IBM offers unprecedented XML technology equipping developers for the new requirements of Web 2.0. Zend Core for IBM combines free development and deployment and growth path to the enterprise.

  Zend Core for IBM - No-charge download now available!

Deploy your Web Application for free with DB2 Express-C! Why settle for LAMP, when you can enlighten the web experience with DB2!


Are you a Zend Customer? So why use IBM DB2?
Are you an IBM customer? Why use Zend Core for IBM

Version 2.0 Product Highlights
  • DB2 9 pureXML, for optimal Web 2.0 solutions
  • PHP 5.2.1 (new)
  • Drivers included:
  • Zend Framework (new)
  • Easy to install
  • PHP drivers for Informix and
  • Graphical Web-based Administration Console
  • Integrated IBM DB2 and IDS drivers for enterprise database web application deployments
  • Easy to access documentation
  • Support options available from Zend
  • Free Deployment options
  • Strong community assistance with DB2 Community and PHP Community
  • Windows Vista support! (new)

Are you a Zend Customer? So why use IBM DB2?
  • Optimize your Web Application with DB2 and pureXML™!
  • DB2 offers enterprise scalability and feature set
  • The truly free database
    • Start with no upfront costs - DB2 Express-C is FREE to build, deploy, distribute ... no limits
    • DB2 Express-C available with optional low cost yearly subscription for those who require support, regular fixes, High Availability, and Data Replication

The new subscription program includes yearly support enabling companies to build solutions that leverage open source business models coupling key enterprise features. This model is exceptionally attractive for Software as a Service (SAAS) models which enables companies to reach new customers both big and small with enterprise proven technology.


Are you an IBM customer? Why use Zend Core for IBM?
  • Leverage the best in breed PHP and DB2 solutions
  • Reduce time-to-market with Rapid Application Development!
  • Focus on the application

Often developers find themselves configuring sub-components of PHP and their dependencies. This compile/configuration process is a distracting that slows you down in your real goal of building dynamic Web Applications. Jump start your PHP solutions with Zend Core for IBM promoting Rapid Application Development; make application development 'Fun' again. PHP is popular because it is fun and scalable. Leverage the free expertise and best practices from Zend; resulting in high performance and scalability solutions for you or your client.


  DB2 Express-C

Highlights

DB2 - PHP Performance case study

Zend Core for IBM data sheet

Zend Core for IBM - Free Download available for Linux x86, x86_64, POWER, Windows and AIX


Also see

Interested in PHP? Attend the "Trends in PHP and XML Application Development" Webcast

Webcast: Rich Internet Applications powered by Zend Core for IBM on Windows Vista


Resources

IBM DB2 and IDS PHP Forum

Zend Core for IBM - Updated FAQ

Redbook: Developing PHP Applications for IBM Data Servers

RedBook DB2 Express-C: The Developer Handbook for XML, PHP, C/C++, Java, and .NET

Zend Core for IBM - A guided tour for PHP developers

Find out more at Zend

Resources for PHP development on DB2 and IDS


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