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This book is unique in the way that is demonstrates a full life-cycle approach from business modeling to analysis, security, and testing. It does so by using existing tools such as Visual Studio . NET integrated with Rational&'s XDE. With a practical UML approach, this book can be used as a day-to-day field guide with code samples, document templates, and checklists. It is a complete reference for the professional . NET approach to projects. Thierry Janssens, Technical Manager, Microsoft Development GroupThis book provides, all under one cover, a good illustration of the use of object technology, UML, and the Rational Unified Process. Philippe Kruchten, IBM Software Group, Rational SoftwareMost would shudder to think if cities or automobiles were built in the same ad hoc fashion as most software. Still, Microsoft technologists often regard software development as more of a craft than a rigorous process. Given the mission-critical nature of today&'s software solutions, however, such an approach is vital to ensuring that high-quality projects are delivered on time and within budget. It is possible to create software in a controlled manner without sacrificing productivity or fle