Deprecated. XML Maps are deprecated as of the WebLogic Platform 8.1 release. For new code, use XQuery maps. For more information, see Introduction to XQuery Maps.

# Getting Started with XML Maps

This section provides introductory information about XML maps. If you're already familiar with XML map basics, the topics in the Matching XML Shapes section might be useful.

## Topics Included in This Section

How Do XML Maps Work?

Gives an overview of what XML maps look like and how you can use them to translate to and from XML.

Where Can XML Maps Be Used?

Describes on which methods and callbacks XML maps can be used.

Applying parameter-xml and return-xml Maps

Describes when to use these maps and their syntax.

Type Support in XML Maps

Lists the Java types supported by XML maps and gives examples of how they are translated into schema types.

Creating Reusable XML Maps

Introduces XMLMAP files, which contain standalone XML maps.

Related Topics

Getting Started with Script for Mapping

How Do I: Add or Edit an XML Map with the Edit Maps and Interface Dialog?

Handling and Shaping XML Messages with XML Maps