- Paperback: 192 pages
- Publisher: Computer Step (4 Nov 2000)
- Language English
- ISBN-10: 187402989X
- ISBN-13: 978-1874029892
- Product Dimensions: 22.4 x 18.6 x 1.8 cm
- Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
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- #6 in Books > Computers & Internet > New to Computing > Guidebook Series > Easy Steps > HTML & JavaScript
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JavaScript in easy steps, now in its third edition, instructs the reader how to add functionality (logic) and dynamic effects (DHTML) to web pages. It contains separate chapters on all major features of the JavaScript language. There are code examples and browser screenshots illustrating each aspect of JavaScript. This popular title is updated for the Document Object Model used by modern browsers and includes examples showing how to develop Rich Internet Applications(RIAs) using the latest techniques employing Asynchronous JavaScript And XML (AJAX).
JavaScript in easy steps begins by examining the history of JavaScript then demonstrates how a basic script can easily be incorporated into a HTML document. The clear examples include functions working with arithmetic, date & time, random numbers, cookies, text strings and components of the document's content. There are many fun examples which the reader can copy to create a JavaScript clock, lottery number picker, image rollover effect, slide show and scrolling layers. The book also shows how JavaScript can be used with HTML submission forms and to create Rich Internet Applications. You don't need any previous knowledge of any scripting language so it's ideal for the newcomer to JavaScript. By the end of this book you will have gained a sound understanding of JavaScript and be able to add exciting dynamic scripts to your own web pages.
JavaScript in easy steps has an easy-to-follow style that will appeal to anyone who wants to add functionality to their web pages. It will appeal to programmers who want to quickly add JavaScript to their skills set, and to the student who is studying website design at school or college, and to those seeking a career in web development who need an understanding of client-side scripting. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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Whether you want to get to grips with Windows, Photoshop or even programming, these easy-to-follow guides are the perfect companion for fast and productive learning.
This successful series is designed to save you time and guaranteed to give you value for money. Written in a jargon-free, easy-to-follow style with helpful graphics, the"in easy steps" books explain everything you need to know to get working on your computer - and more!
Each chapter takes you step-by-step through the functions and uses of a program. Every page is packed with visual guides so that what you see on your screen is exactly the same in the book - you simply can't go wrong! --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
After reading many books about JavaScript I still found myself confused about some of the concepts of the scripting language. This book however, is very easy to read and understand, and covers a broad range of topics. It is an excellent book for a beginner, at a very reasonable price. However if you want to cover more than just the fundamentals you may need a more advanced book. Definitely the right book to start off with though.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I disagree with will525252@hotmail.com in his comments about requiring other knowledge of JavaScript. I knew nothing about JavaScript prior to picking up the book and within 2 months had become fairly efficient. The whole idea is to work through the book and when you see the (p27 "but that part of the code has been omitted to save space") you should, in theory, have already learned that part earlier in the book (I had). An excellent book for the newbie. Obviously there is much more to learn after but it gives a good starting reference. And it's written in the non-technical language so even I understood it :)
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I had tried (unsuccessfully) to learn JavaScript a number of times before using some thick expensive books but it was only when I worked through this book that it began to make sense. I found the examples in the book were clear and easy to understand so I could try them myself. I now consider myself to be a fairly proficient JavaScripter thanks to this book and I would recommend it to anyone who wants to learn JavaScript.
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Terrible
I bought this book because I enjoyed Mike McGrath's HTML5 In Easy Steps book. Big mistake!
Concepts are badly presented, misleading and occasionally non-existent. Read more
Concepts are badly presented, misleading and occasionally non-existent. Read more
Published 23 days ago by David W
Javascript in Easy Steps; Excellent.
Excellent! I have read several of Mike McGrath's Easy Steps computer books (HTML, Javascript etc). They are excellent for really thick people like me. Read more
Published 3 months ago by Dumb Student.
Full of Typos
It's amazing how many script errors this book contains. I've only got as far as chapter three and have found errors on page 25, 27, 41, 45 & 47. That's a 25 percent failure rate. Read more
Published 17 months ago by eyesee web design
Annoyingly un-easy. Avoid at all costs
It sells itself as JavaScript in easy steps, but unfortunatly this is one of the worst books on the subject I've had the misfortune to buy. Read more
Published on 16 Jan 2010 by Mr. Owen Ball
Does exactly what it says on the (cover)
I now need to use JavaScript in my job, so I wanted something which would give me a basic understanding before I delved deeper. Read more
Published on 12 Nov 2009 by M. Hobson
No good
I got this to add stuff to my website.
It gives examples of what words to write in a html page to get, for example, a welcome message. Read more
It gives examples of what words to write in a html page to get, for example, a welcome message. Read more
Published on 30 Jun 2009 by J. C. Oldham
Terrible book that explains nothing
I first bought the xhtml book from this publisher and was completely disappointed with it and quickly resold it to a second hand book shop. Read more
Published on 17 Feb 2009 by Richard Branson
Easy Steps Series
It's a good all around starter
Published on 8 Feb 2009 by Mr. L. Amjadi
Through book, not for the beginner
Although this book is in easy steps I found that a little previous knowledge is needed, or good. it can be used by the complete beginner however. Read more
Published on 10 July 2004 by "wingeronside"
Not the best of its kind
The title of the book a bit misleading, there are no steps to follow, easy or otherwise. The book begins with basic explanations, and then departs into unworked examples... Read more
Published on 11 Feb 2003 by SS ROBINSON
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