Product Description
A great deal of talk has been heard lately about Microsoft's ActiveX programming language. Now, with
ActiveX For Dummies, not only can you separate the truth from the hype but you can also get started
using ActiveX. In this book, expert programmer and author Kurt D. Fenstermacher provides practical, easy-to-understand information on everything from how ActiveX fits into the overall Internet programming picture with Java, JavaScript, Visual Basic, C++, and Perl, to how to use ActiveX to build effective application interfaces and even add multimedia to Web pages. With the tips and tricks that Fenstermacher reveals in
ActiveX For Dummies, you can quickly become a productive member of the fast-growing ActiveX developer community.
From the Back Cover
If you are a Web page designer or a corporate intranet developer,
ActiveX For Dummies is the book for you! This handy reference shows you the principles of good Web design and how to enhance your Web pages with the numerous available controls. Whether you are a computer novice or a genius, you will discover more abut how to use scripting to link together controls and create a dynamic experience for your users.
Inside, find helpful advice on how to:
- Make your Web pages interactive
- Create dazzling pages with sophisticated visual effects
- Incorporate multimedia that includes video, images, and sound
- Build interactive forms for gathering information
- Use scripting to design pages that are not only good looking but smart
- Get a handy reference for dozens of useful ActiveX controls
- Discover helpful tips for better Web page design