The Complete Log4j Manual

by Ceki Gulcu

The "complete log4j manual" documents version 1.2 of the log4j logging framework. In over 200 pages and dozens of concrete examples, it covers both basic and advanced log4j features:

-the overall log4j architecture -discussion of best practices and anti-patterns -configuration scripts in properties format -configuration scripts in XML format -appenders -layouts -filter chains -diagnostic contexts -log4j default initialization -log4j in Servlet Containers -log4j in EJB Containers -extending log4j -changes between version 1.2 and 1.1 -frequently asked questions -trouble shooting guide

The complete manual describes the log4j API in considerable detail, including its features and design rationale. Authored by Ceki Gülcü, one of log4j's key contributors, the manual is intended for developers already familiar with the Java language but new to log4j, as much as for experienced log4j users. With the aid of introductory material and many examples, new users should quickly come up to speed. Seasoned log4j users will also find fresh material not discussed anywhere else. Advanced topics are also covered in detail so that the reader can harness the full power of log4j.

206 pages, Paperback

First published May 7, 2003

Reviews

[Said A · Rating 5 out of 5]

The book covers everything you need to know about log4j. The advantage of this book is that it explains the hierarchy/structure of log4j, thus making it clear how it works. After reading this book I could easily troubleshoot common errors related to log4j.

Even though the book is written in 2002 (one example code in the book uses Vector class :] ) it is still a good book. It is complete reference for log4j. You can read it from cover to cover or just keep it as a reference book.

[Michael Thorn · Rating 5 out of 5]

log4j is awesome and so is this book. It's far better than the documentation that is available on the web. One of the books I refer to most often.

[Max Sakalouski · Rating 3 out of 5]

Contains some outdated information but still very helpful to understand the core functionality of the Log4J framework. I'll recommend this book to all novice Log4j users.

[Phil Wilkins · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the definitive reference book for Log4J