Even though running batch processes is an everyday task in almost all IT departments, Java developers have had few options for writing batch applications. The result? No standards, poor code reusability, numerous in-house solutions, and lots of frustrated developers. Jointly developed by SpringSource and Accenture, Spring Batch fills this critical gap by providing a robust and convenient framework for writing batch applications that process large volumes of information, automate repetitive tasks, and synchronize internal systems. Spring Batch in Actionis a comprehensive, in-depth guide to writing batch applications using Spring Batch. Written for developers who have basic knowledge of Java and the Spring lightweight container, it provides both a best-practices approach to writing batch jobs and comprehensive coverage of the Spring Batch framework.