Developing New Applications Checklist

The following checklist summarizes the issues you should consider when developing new directory-enabled applications:

• Identify one or more needs that can be filled by development of a new directory-enabled application.

• Check that it makes sense to use an LDAP directory for the application.

• Choose the best LDAP development tool for the task at hand.

• Design your application to fit in well with other applications and the directory service itself.

• Document how the application will be integrated with the directory service. Share that information with the people who maintain the directory service.

• Consider performance and scalability during application design and implementation.

• Develop a prototype, and conduct pilot tests.

• Leverage existing code if possible.

• Avoid common LDAP application development mistakes.