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Biographical note
JON DUCKETT has been designing and building websites for more than a decade. He has worked with small startups and global brands, and has written more than a dozen books on web design, programming, usability, and accessibility.<p>"This beautifully designed manual explains how to use HTML in a concise readable format.... A wonderful resource." (.net, June 2012) </p><p>"A refreshing take on the subject. The title provides a great overview without feeling like a textbook." (<em>Computer Arts,</em> June 2012) </p>
Jon Duckett’s best-selling, full color introduction to HTML and CSS—making complex topics simple, accessible, and fun!
Learn HTML and CSS from the book that has inspired hundreds of thousands of beginner-to-intermediate coders. Professional web designers, developers, and programmers as well as new learners are looking to amp up their web design skills at work and expand their personal development—yet finding the right resources online can be overwhelming. Take a confident step in the right direction by choosing the simplicity of HTML & CSS: Design and Build Websites by veteran web developer and programmer Jon Duckett.
Widely regarded for setting a new standard for those looking to learn and master web development through his inventive teaching format, Jon Duckett has helped global brands like Philips, Nike, and Xerox create innovative digital solutions, designing and delivering web and mobile projects with impact and the customer at the forefront. In HTML & CSS, Duckett shares his real-world insights in a unique and highly visual style:
- Introduces HTML and CSS in a way that makes them accessible to everyone―from students to freelancers, and developers, programmers, marketers, social media managers, and more
- Combines full-color design graphics and engaging photography to explain the topics in an in-depth yet straightforward manner
- Provides an efficient and user-friendly structure that allows readers to progress through the chapters in a self-paced format
- Is perfect for anyone looking to update a content management system, run an e-commerce store, or redesign a website using popular web development tools
HTML & CSS is well-written and readable, providing organized instruction in ways that other online courses, tutorials, and books have yet to replicate. For readers seeking a comprehensive yet concise guide to HTML and CSS, look no further than this one-of-a-kind guide.
HTML & CSS is also available as part of two hardcover and paperback sets depending on your web design and development needs:
Web Design with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and jQuery Set
Paperback: 9781118907443
Hardcover: 9781119038634
Front-End Back-End Development with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, jQuery, PHP, and MySQL Set
Paperback: 9781119813095
Hardcover: 9781119813088
Introduction 2
Chapter 1: Structure 12
Chapter 2: Text 40
Chapter 3: Lists 62
Chapter 4: Links 74
Chapter 5: Images 94
Chapter 6: Tables 126
Chapter 7: Forms 144
Chapter 8: Extra Markup 176
Chapter 9: Flash, Video & Audio 200
Chapter 10: Introducing CSS 226
Chapter 11: Color 246
Chapter 12: Text 264
Chapter 13: Boxes 300
Chapter 14: Lists, Tables & Forms 330
Chapter 15: Layout 358
Chapter 16: Images 406
Chapter 17: HTML5 Layout 428
Chapter 18: Process & Design 452
Chapter 19: Practical Information 476
Index 493
THIS BOOK IS FOR
Web designers and programmers
Online editors and content editorS
Marketing & e-commerce managers
Bloggers and hobbyists
YOU'LL LEARN TO
WriteHTML and CSS3
Structure web pages and sites
Prepare images, audio, and video
Control typography and layout
ONLINE SUPPORT
Code examples available online at:
www.htmlandcssbook.com
Plus video demos and tutorials
bonus reference tools
WELCOME TO A NICER WAY TO LEARN ABOUT HTML & CSS
Whether you want to design and build websites from scratch or take more control over an existing site, this book will help you create attractive, user-friendly web content. We understand that code can be intimidating, but take a look inside and you will see how this guide differs from many traditional programming books.
Each page introduces a new topic in a simple, visual way with straightforward explanations accompanied by bite-sized code samples. You will also find practical help on how to organize and design the pages of your site so that you can create websites that look stunning and are easy to use. No previous experience needed.