What is isCOBOL for Axis2? The isCOBOL for Axis2 project is a Cobol-based implementation of both the client and server sides of the Web services equation. IsCOBOL for Axis2 provides a complete object model and a modular architecture that makes its straight forward to add functionality and support for new Web services-related specifications and recommendations. isCOBOL for Axis2 enables you to easily perform the following tasks: • Send SOAP messagesReceive and process SOAP messages • Create a Web service out of a plain isCOBOL class • Create implementation classes for both server and client using WSDL • Easily retrieve the WSDL for a service • Send and receive SOAP messages with attachments • Create or utilize a REST-based Web service • Create or utilize services that take advantage of the WS-Security, WS-ReliableMessaging, WS-Addressing, WS-Coordination, and WS-Atomic Transaction recommendations • Use isCOBOL for Axis2's modular structure to easily add support for new recommendations as they emerge Many more features exist as well, but this user guide concentrates on showing you how to accomplish the first five tasks on this list.
