JavaScript Programmer's Reference [Paperback]

Christian MacAuley (Author), Paul Jobson (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: September 11, 2001 | ISBN-10: 0072192968 | ISBN-13: 978-0072192964 | Edition: 1

Get essential programming information at your fingertips! You'll learn to use JavaScript to create customized, interactive Web sites and get quick tips for implementing JavaScript across different browser platforms. This handy guide offers expert tips, language verification, and cross-platform instruction--making this the perfect companion for the serious coder.

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From the Back Cover

JavaScript Essentials and Conventions in One Handy Reference

Find just the right JavaScript information you need for the task at hand in this convenient resource and idea generator. JavaScript Programmer's Reference offers key details on and working examples of core JavaScript syntax, statements, control structures, functions, and objects. You'll also get specifics on implementing JavaScript across browsers and platforms. Throughout this concise reference, you'll find essential tips and expert programming advice--all in an easy-to-follow format.

• Quickly find core JavaScript language conventions, data types, variables, and operators
• Get details on the basic objects and functions built into JavaScript
• Implement JavaScript's client-side objects, methods, and properties in the browser
• Enjoy the convenience of having one small desktop reference

About the Author

Christian MacAuley (Reston,VA) is a Web coder, designer, writer, and trainer. She has extensive experience as a JavaScript coder in the streaming media industry. MacAuley’s articles about Web design and coding appear in Web Review and ArtToday.

Paul Jobson (Fairfax, VA) has been building Web sites since 1994 and has extensive experience coding client-side JavaScript, Dynamic HTML, and Perl. By day, he works as a Web developer at Freddie Mac. Jobson’s freelance activities include Web site design, coding, and teaching Web design classes at Digital Division in Alexandria, VA.

Product Details

• Paperback: 304 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Osborne Media; 1 edition (September 11, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072192968
• ISBN-13: 978-0072192964
• Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 5.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.7 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,735,039 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Good idea - too many errors, February 16, 2002

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Carl B. Hope (Dishforth, UK) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: JavaScript Programmer's Reference (Paperback)

This book attempts to provide a concise description of the JavaScript language plus the associated browser objects. It is probably not suitable for beginners who need detailed explanations, but should be useful for experienced programmers who know the basics and want a quick reference. The biggest flaw is the number of errors - I came across at least 8 in my first casual read through (if the publisher reads this, p38, 39 have a couple of particularly bad mistakes). Most of these errors are so blatant that you can easily infer the real meaning, but it smacks of poor editing. I wonder if any programmers reviewed the text before printing? For this reason, I would look elsewhere or wait for the next edition.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best portable desk reference, February 27, 2002

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Robert M Giuli (carson city, nv United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: JavaScript Programmer's Reference (Paperback)

I just finished the JavaScript Programmer's Reference. I must say that I have been wrestling with Javascript on different browsers since it came out and all my other references are dog-eared and worn out with all the wear they have received while trying to find out why things don't work (the way I think they should). This book is GREAT! It is clear, portable, and facile. I'm impressed. I wish I had something like this for all the areas I need.

Please say thanks to the authors for me.

- Bob Giuli, Internet Architect