Simply JavaScript: Everything You Need to Learn JavaScript from Scratch

Everything you need to learn JavaScript from Scratch

Packed with numerous examples, Simply JavaScript is a step-by-step introduction to programming in JavaScript the right way. Learn how easy it is to use JavaScript to solve real-world problems, build smarter forms, track user events (such as mouse clicks and key strokes), and design eye-catching animations. Then move into more powerful techniques using the DOM and Ajax.

Learn JavaScript's built-in functions, methods, and properties.

Easily integrate JavaScript in your web site.

Use JavaScript to validate form entries and interact with your users.

Understand how to respond to user events.

Create animations that bring your web site to life.

Start programming using the DOM and Ajax.

Unlike other JavaScript books, modern best practices such as progressive enhancement, accessibility and unobtrusive scripting are used from the very beginning. All the code in the book is also cross-browser compatible and downloadable for free, so you can get started instantly

Author: Kevin Yank, Cameron Adams
Publisher: Sitepoint
Published: 07/17/2007
Pages: 418
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 9.10h x 7.00w x 0.90d
ISBN: 9780980285802

About the Author

Kevin Yank is a world-renowned leader in web development. When not writing best sellers, Kevin is the Technical Director of sitepoint.com and editor of the popular SitePoint Tech Times newsletter.

Cameron Adams is an author of multiple web development books and is often referred to as a Web Technologist. In addition to his extensive JavaScript experience, Cameron's passions extend to CSS, PHP, and graphic design.