ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide [Paperback]

Jeffry Houser (Conductor)

Book Description

Series: Beginner's Guides (Osborne) | Publication Date: February 8, 2002

This text addresses the complete spectrum of development issues - from design to deployment. The pedagogical aids help readers master the information, which includes: modules - each programming concept is divided into logical modules; goals - each module opens with the specific programming skills the reader should have by the end of the module; "Ask the Experts" - question and answer sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary; "1-Minute Drills" - quick self-assessment sections to check material retention; annotated syntax - example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated; and projects - coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what is being learned. Each module has a review at the end that tests material retention using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions.

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From the Back Cover

Essential Skills for First-Time Developers

Discover the easiest way to construct Web-based applications and interactive Web sites with help from this instructive guide. ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide uses a proven learning method to give even total beginners profound and useful insights into the world of programming. Cover server setup and administration, learn programming fundamentals and specifics of the ColdFusion language, then follow examples and tutorials designed to help you build and deploy your own dynamic Web site--including incorporating data from ODBC Databases, such as Access or SQL Server. Whether you're new to programming, or brushing up on ColdFusion techniques, this potent learning tool will help you meet your goals.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning:

• Modules--Each concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for individualized learning
• Goals--Each module opens with the specific skills you'll have by the end of the module
• Ask the Experts--Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary
• 1-Minute Drills--Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress
• Annotated Syntax--Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated
• Projects--Exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning
• Mastery Checks--End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions

About the Author

Kevin Lange (Edmonton, Canada) is currently responsible for all major systems design and production, as well as overseeing server administration and general network infrastructure, at Partslink. In addition to his primary function, he is responsible for in-house ColdFusion training of new hires. Lange has been designing and developing applications in ColdFusion for more than 3 years, and he is actively involved in the design of a ColdFusion based EDI system for a buying consortium of distributors and manufacturers.

Product Details

• Paperback: 460 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/OsborneMedia; annotated edition edition (February 8, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072191090
• ISBN-13: 978-0072191097
• Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 7.3 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,256,610 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide, April 4, 2002

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This review is from: ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide (Paperback)

In my judgment, it is very difficult to find a decent Beginner's Guidebook that deals with something technical (like computer programming concepts). Far too often, the "entry-level technical" books are so basic that they border on remedial.
Also, some technical authors tend to think that adding stale jokes to their condescending tutorials make their books more readable somehow.

Thankfully, Jeff Houser's book is neither condescending nor full of cheesy jokes. He points out in the introduction that the book does assume a little knowledge of the web and HTML (which, truth be told, is about my skill level). After reading the book (which was well-oganized, so I could skip the sections on the stuff I already felt comfotable with- like database design), I have been able to feel comfortable debugging Cold Fusion source code...

I highly recommend this book to anyone who- like me- is just starting out with Cold Fusion...

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars OK, but needs to be proofread, April 26, 2002

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K. J. Larson "Mentor/Facilitator" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide (Paperback)

There are so many typos and incorrect references in this book that it needs a good proofreading. The basic information and presentation were good; however, for beginners the incomplete references and/or the inconsistencies make it difficult for a reader new to ColdFusion to grasp the concepts. I had some of my "Introduction to ColdFusion" class members scan the book and they suggested that it not be used until the errors were corrected.

With that said, I found the format and sequence of information well done. A person familiar with programming that wants an introduction to Coldfusion would find what they want here. Clean it up and I would give this book a higher rating.

4.0 out of 5 stars Good book, January 18, 2012

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Frank R. Caruso Jr. (Manchester, NH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide (Paperback)

I needed to learn this subject for a project at work. It was useful and informative, and was delivered promptly. I recommend it to anyone who needs to learn (or brush up on) CF5.