Programming Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft Exchange, Second Edition (DV-MPS Programming)

Chapter 13

One of the most important additions to Microsoft Exchange Server 5.5 and Exchange Server application development is the Microsoft Exchange Event Service and Event Scripting Agent technology. This technology allows developers to write custom scripts or custom agents to capture and respond to events generated by Exchange Server folders. It extends the possibilities for what you can develop on the Exchange platform—from automated administrative tasks to sophisticated workflow applications. In this chapter, you will learn about the architecture of the Exchange Event Service, how to set it all up, and how to develop your own agents and applications that take advantage of the technology.