Application Integration middleware

Application integration is the process of bringing data or a function from one application program together with that of another application program. Where these programs already exist, the process is sometimes realized by using middleware tools, either packaged by a vendor or written on a custom basis. Learn all there is to know about application integration middleware tools in this section.

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