The iBATIS Data Mapper framework makes it easier to use a relational database with Java or .NET applications. iBATIS couples objects with stored procedures or SQL statements using a XML descriptor. Simplicity is the biggest advantage of the iBATIS Data Mapper over object relational mapping tools.

To use the iBATIS Data Mapper, you rely on your own objects, XML, and SQL. There is little to learn that you don't already know. With the iBATIS Data Mapper, you have the full power of both SQL and stored procedures at your fingertips.

Beta 9 is out. Barring any major issues, this will likely be the GA release. A few new minor features have been added. Automapping is now configurable, transaction isolation support has been added to both the two DataSource implementations and the SqlSession. Mapper interface inheritance is now supported. Finally, we've added a way to clear the local cache. Migrations also got an upgrade, with command shortcuts up/down step parameters and character sets can be specified in the environment config. The documentation has been updated with these changes. Check it out and help us get it to GA!

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