Portlet development basics

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This section introduces you to the concepts of portlet creation, starting with a simple portlet that is modified throughout. Refer to the Portlet API section and the Portlet API Javadoc as a reference.

• Create a simple portlet

• Generating output

• Storing user settings

• Message and trace logging

• Refreshing the portlet cache

• Portlet messaging

• Create your own portlet service

• Accessing remote systems

• Authenticating users

• Accessing the portlet session on the anonymous page

• Portlet menus

As you start to develop more complex portlets, make sure you are familiar with the Portlet Development Best Practices and Coding Guidelines.

See also

• Portlet API
• Portlet Development Best Practices and Coding Guidelines
• IBM WebSphere Developer Domain - Portal Zone