- Publisher : SitePoint; 1st edition (24 June 2006)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 352 pages
- Category: Ajax
Book Description:
AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML) is a new strategy for developing web applications. It essentially enables users to interact using a Webpage without forcing a dull & slow reload of the whole page after every action. This means web software become more responsive, easier to use, and much more intuitive. Build Your Own Ajax Web Applications utilizes a step-by-step tutorial format that’s really easy to follow, you’ll have the ability to build intuitive and innovative Ajax web interfaces in no time!
Read this book, and you’ll:
- Get an overview of the basic technologies you’ll have to utilize to build Ajax applications.
- Understand the XMLHttpRequest object, the heart of Ajax applications.
- Build a cross-browser XMLHttpRequest wrapper that you can use in all your Ajax endeavors.
- Construct an Ajax application monitor that operates in real time.
- Learn how to use Ajax without breaking old browsers or causing access issues.
- Obtain your Ajax application working with screen readers.
- Use lively animations to increase usability.
- Build edit-in-place functionality.
- Produce an Ajax search program that pulls info from Amazon, del.icio.us, and Google.
- Repair the”Back button” problem.
- Construct an Ajax drag’n’ drop chess game. And a whole lot more!
- Throughout the text, the writer stresses usability, accessibility, and graceful degradation for older, less-capable internet browsers.
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