Who should attend: C++ programmers who want to learn how to use the new standard Portable Object Adapter (POA) in their CORBA applications. A basic understanding of CORBA is a plus, but expertise is not necessary. Experience with the deprecated Basic Object Adapter (BOA) might be helpful but is not necessary. C++ examples are used in this tutorial, so a basic understanding of C++ is helpful. However, Java programmers will also benefit from this tutorial because it focuses on the fundamentals of the POA, which are language-independent.

This tutorial first reviews the basics of CORBA and shows where Object Adapters fit into the overall CORBA architecture. It then explores details of the standard Portable Object Adapter (POA), including:
 

	POA policies, which control POA features and behavior
	Servant life cycle issues
	CORBA object life cycle issues
	Servant management and activation
	POA activation
	POA management
	Useful POA policy combinations

After completing this tutorial, participants will have a basic understanding of how to use the POA to write CORBA applications.