Ajax For Dummies
Ajax For Dummies by Steve Holzner, published by Wiley on March 13, 2006, is a comprehensive guide designed to demystify Ajax, which stands for “Asynchronous JavaScript+CSS+DOM+XMLHttpRequest.” This edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English. The book provides practical insights into using Ajax to enhance web applications, allowing them to function more like desktop applications. With a focus on real-world applications, it includes screen shots, actual code, and links to live websites demonstrating Ajax in action.
Readers will find detailed instructions on a variety of Ajax techniques, including writing Ajax code, implementing interactive features, and connecting to services like Google for live searches. The guide covers essential topics such as handling XML in Ajax applications, using cascading style sheets (CSS), and integrating Ajax with PHP. Additionally, it introduces free Ajax frameworks to streamline development, making it accessible for those looking to improve their web applications. This resource serves as a practical tool for anyone interested in programming and web development.
Official synopsis Publisher
Ajax is short for “Asynchronous JavaScript+CSS+DOM+XMLHttpRequest.”
Even if you weren’t intimidated before, that tidbit is probably enough to make you reach for the Excedrin. Just reach for Ajax For Dummies instead. With screen shots, actual code and explanations, and live Web sites where you can see Ajax applications doing their thing, it will have you using Ajax to create Web applications that look an act like desktop applications in no time. With Ajax, you can speed up and clean up your Web applications. Shoppers at your online store can fill their carts without waiting for multiple page refreshes. Searchers on your sites can get instant results on the same page.
This guide takes you on a tour of how Ajax is used today, complete with examples of Ajax applications in action, such as an Ajax-enabled Yahoo! search or an Ajax-based chat application. Then it gives you basics on using JavaScript. After that you dive in and get info on:
- Writing some Ajax, interactive mouseovers using Ajax, passing data to the server with GET or POST, and more
- Connecting to Google for a live search
- Using free Ajax frameworks so you don’t have to start from scratch, including Ajax Gold (written specifically for this book), AJAXLib, and grabbing XML with libXmlRequest
- All kinds of Ajax techniques, such as using Ajax for drag-and-drop operations, pop-up menus, downloading images behind the scenes, and more
- Using SACK (simple AJAX code kit), decoding XML with Sarissa, and creating visual effects with Rico
- Handling XML int Ajax Applications
- Working with cascading style sheets (CCS) in Ajax, including setting up the styles, displaying a menu, styling text, handling colors and backgrounds, and more
- Working with Ajax and PHP
Complete with a companion Web site, free Ajax frameworks, and sample code you can use, Ajax for Dummies is your friendly guide to creating truly user-friendly Web sites!
Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file.
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