I've compiled this list for those people interested in web development, product development, and design. Many of these books exceed web technologies and go right into how we interact and experience the world around us. Read more

...purpose of this from-designer-to-designers list is to HELP YOU find the books you'll actually NEED to: 1.- make your web developing experience easier and more pleasant. 2.- learn not only the basics, advanced and professional techniques too. 3.- end up with a good knowledge in XHTML, CSS, Javascript, DOM, web design navigation, usability and accessibility. I've ordered this list following this criteria: from basic to intermediate-advanced level. Each book in the chain is a step forward. Remember I've read all these books and many more, I'm no way basing my picks on other people's reviews or opinions. Hope this list helps you!! Notes: Use Adobe Dreamweaver CS3 as your visual editor or the one you like most. Adobe Photoshop is also essential in web design, get a good intermediate to advanced Photoshop book. The scope of this list is XHTML, CSS, Javascript, usability, navigation and design principles/patterns mainly, not visual code editors or Photoshop How Tos. There are more books out there that could be ... Read more

The following books were very helpful in developing my skills to the level it is at today. I continually read new books in order to improve my skills in web design so I will update this list when I do. Read more

I am a web enthusiast, avid web designer, professional search engine marketer, social media coach & strategist, and now the Principal & Head Socioblogger of Standard Society, a Creative Consultancy Studio of Social Media founded on the Internet. I drink caffeine, research and write about online networking, search marketing methods, social web design, social community experience design, technology, and next generation social media at StandardSociety.com and here are some the Web Design books I have used for reference or resource. Read more

Great books to start learning web design. Read more