XML publishing with AxKit

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Web developers use XML to separate data from presentation, creating a consistent templating system for websites. While some browsers allow limited XML-to-HTML conversion, server-side XML transformation is essential for dynamic or complex sites. Until recently, tools for server-side XML transformation were scarce. AxKit, an Apache and mod_perl-based solution, addresses this need with an efficient plugin architecture, enabling developers to design modules for faster websites and diverse media formats while managing caching automatically. However, there is a learning curve associated with this new toolkit. For those eager to master AxKit quickly, this book provides comprehensive guidance on installation, configuration, and deployment. As the first dedicated resource on AxKit, it offers insights into creating XSLT and XPathScript-based pipelines for XML data transfer. It includes a thorough introduction to XSP (extensible Server Pages), which applies Server Pages concepts to XML, and covers integration with tools like Template Toolkit, Apache::Mason, and CGI. Additionally, it features valuable reference sections on configuration directives, XPathScript, and XSP. This resource equips web developers with the necessary knowledge to creatively utilize AxKit, delivering complex XML-based systems efficiently while allowing for custom style sheet negotiation and the design of new style sheet languages. It empowers both newcomers and ex