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I used this book, Even though it is a "Dummies" book it is still pretty good, they explain things in a way that make sense, and it covers a TON of information, so it would be the best substance for the money also. It has a 4.5 of 5 star rating to boot!
http://www.amazon.com/HTML-XHTML-Reference-Dummies-Computer/dp/0470186275/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987303&sr=8-4
As for Java, this has always been a popular book, it's a bit pricey though it is a very well received book.
http://www.amazon.com/Effective-Java-2nd-Joshua-Bloch/dp/0321356683/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987583&sr=1-1
Jquery in Action is another good book, you can find it here
http://www.amazon.com/jQuery-Action-Bear-Bibeault/dp/1933988355/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987704&sr=1-2
Another choice for jquery is Learning jQuery 1.3
http://www.amazon.com/Learning-jQuery-1-3-Jonathan-Chaffer/dp/1847196705/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_c
Another great way to learn is the internet, it's free and in most cases updated as soon as the newest build of the language is released!
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Also, the Dummies website is great - lots of free resources online if you get stuck.
Try to start with the basics though. HTML before CSS, CSS before Javascritpt, and so-on. It's all about understanding each of the blocks before you add the next one.
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http://www.dummies.com/store/product/HTML-XHTML-CSS-For-Dummies-6th-Edition...
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In addition, I found the book Web Design in a Nutshell, By Jennifer Niederst Robbins to be extremely informative.
Good luck!
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HTML/CSS for Dummies (HTML, XHTML, and CSS All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies)
Build Your Own Web Site The Right Way Using HTML & CSS
The Ultimate CSS Reference
As for an online reference www.w3schools.com works very well to start off with the basics
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http://www.sitepoint.com/books/cssref1/
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June 14, 2009 01:46 PM
I want to learn a solid foundation of HTML, CSS, JAVA and jQuery. Books are my preferred resource. Suggestions?
I hope to have a resource that I can go to and brain storm with. Design and planning notes are also helpful for me to learn. I would like a good book with lots of 'vocab'. and syntax. Books that are not too expensive is a plus for me.
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| June 14, 2009 02:00 PM |
http://www.amazon.com/HTML-XHTML-Reference-Dummies-Computer/dp/0470186275/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987303&sr=8-4
As for Java, this has always been a popular book, it's a bit pricey though it is a very well received book.
http://www.amazon.com/Effective-Java-2nd-Joshua-Bloch/dp/0321356683/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987583&sr=1-1
Jquery in Action is another good book, you can find it here
http://www.amazon.com/jQuery-Action-Bear-Bibeault/dp/1933988355/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1244987704&sr=1-2
Another choice for jquery is Learning jQuery 1.3
http://www.amazon.com/Learning-jQuery-1-3-Jonathan-Chaffer/dp/1847196705/ref=pd_bxgy_b_img_c
Another great way to learn is the internet, it's free and in most cases updated as soon as the newest build of the language is released!
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• I really appreciate the research and links provided. I was looking to the design process as well but I'm sure there will be plenty of tips within these books. You also hit on all parts of the question. I enjoyed reading you response.
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June 14, 2009 02:06 PM
I recommend picking up the "For Dummies" series. It's always a great starter place for me. I've used it for a number of different things, from HTML to the LSAT, and they haven't failed me yet for good starting information. Also, the Dummies website is great - lots of free resources online if you get stuck.
Try to start with the basics though. HTML before CSS, CSS before Javascritpt, and so-on. It's all about understanding each of the blocks before you add the next one.
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June 15, 2009 10:04 AM
I would highly recommend checking out W3Schools online tutorials: http://www.w3schools.com/ They are free and very helpful! In addition, I found the book Web Design in a Nutshell, By Jennifer Niederst Robbins to be extremely informative.
Good luck!
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June 15, 2009 01:18 PM
I was able to learn HTML very quickly through "HTML for dummies". They provide an awesome "Cheat sheet" for different codes which makes it very simple. I also have the "Java for dummies" book but you really have to know HTML like the back of your hand to begin working with Java. It's almost a completely different language.
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June 15, 2009 02:53 PM
I would suggest the following HTML/CSS for Dummies (HTML, XHTML, and CSS All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies)
Build Your Own Web Site The Right Way Using HTML & CSS
The Ultimate CSS Reference
As for an online reference www.w3schools.com works very well to start off with the basics
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http://www.sitepoint.com/books/html1/
http://www.sitepoint.com/books/cssref1/
http://www.w3schools.com
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