Publisher:
IDG
Author(s): Ed Tittel, Norbert Mikula, Ramesh Chandak
ISBN: 076450360X
Publication Date: Feb, 1998
Retail Price: $29.99
Sample Chapter: Chapter 5: Good XML Springs from Good Structure
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There probably isn't anyone in the industry that hasn't read a title from IDG's ...For Dummies series. Come on, admit it! And how many times have you recommended one to computer illiterate friends after spending the afternoon trying to explain fundamental concepts to no avail? That's not because they were dummies, but rather because the series is known for being able to explain complex concepts and ideas to folks in plain English. And they are written in a style that makes learning a pleasure, rather than the typically condescending tone of many books. Enter XML for Dummies.
The Dummy series is not designed to make you an expert at your selected subject, and this book is no exception. It does, however, give the reader a great overview of the concepts involved, provides them with some background information, and shows them examples of the type of applications XML can be used to accomplish.
What type of information can you expect to find in this book? XML for Dummies covers:
- What is XML and Why is it important.
- XML and HTML
- XML and SGML
- The XML Specification
- XML Structure and Markup
- XML Style
- DTDs (Document Type Definitions)
- Channels
- Dynamic XML
- XML and SMIL
- XML Uses and Web Sites (though they left out the best site, our own XMLFiles.com)
- XML Q & A
- XML Tools
Of course the book comes with a CD-ROM filled with XML code, software and resources, including XML editors, stylers and utilities for Windows, Mac and Unix (they don't want to leave anyone out).
XML for Dummies is chock-full of examples, including how to create a channel for your home page, how to use WIDL (the Web Interface Definition Language) to create applications, and more. If you want to stay on top of today's Web technology but don't have the time to read lots of technical manuals, XML for Dummies can save you time, keep you informed, and you'll actually enjoy reading it! While this book is not for XML experts, it's perfect for the rest of us...take a look at the sample chapter and find out for yourself!
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