Book Description

Mastering Integrated HTML and CSS maintains the "integrated" approach used in Virginia DeBolt's earlier book and throughout her web teaching. Mastery-level HTML and CSS is treated as a single topic, taught together because the fastest workflows and most effective web sites develop these pieces together.

The Mastering series from Sybex provides outstanding instruction for readers with intermediate and advanced skills, in the form of top-notch training and development for those already working in their field and clear, serious education for those aspiring to become pros. Every Mastering book includes:

* Real-World Scenarios, ranging from case studies to interviews, that show how the tool, technique, or knowledge presented is applied in actual practice.

* Skill-based instruction, with chapters organized around real tasks rather than abstract concepts or subjects.

* Self-review test questions, so you can be certain you’re equipped to do the job right.

Mastering Integrated HTML and CSS fulfills the promise of this series to supply professionals and students with the latest information and complete, practical skills for their workday tasks. You'll learn all this and much more:

* Writing XHTML and CSS using correct syntax

* Working with fixed and fluid two- and three-column layouts

* Styling links as CSS popups

* Creating and applying styles to make an accessible form

* Mastering hierarchy, alignment, focal point, and other design concepts

* Publishing and testing your pages

* Working bloat-free with CSS in Dreamweaver

* Weaning yourself from table-based layouts and out-of-date coding

The companion CD-ROM provides a StyleMe Challenge Page, which readers can use as a "lab" to test out their CSS stylesheets, plus all the files and resources needed to practice along with the book's tutorials. It also contains a selection of third-party software, especially text-editing tools with handy features such as color coding and indenting that make writing HTML easier. Instructor’s supplemental resources are available to accompany this book as a classroom text, including a sample syllabus, presentation slides, and an additional Q&A test bank.

From the Back Cover

A Unique Approach to Learning HTML and CSS Simultaneously.

Master Hpertext (or Extensible Hypertext) Markup Language (HTML/XHTML) and Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), and You're well on your way to creating modern, accessible Websites. This comprehensive guide offers integrated instruction in both. You'll save time and get more productive by learning to structure your (X) HTML content for best effect with CSS styles, from the start.

Using the latest standards, best practices, and real-world examples, web expert Virginia DeBolt offers a thorough grounding in the basics plus advanced techniques for those who want to improve their current skills or learn more modern ways of working. You'll find out how to create websites that are accessible to the widest range o visitors, learn the latest specs, build CSS for print and handheld devices, and work with a variety of CSS-based layouts.

COVERAGE INCLUDES:

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Writing XHTML and CSS using correct syntax

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Working with fixed and fluid two- and three-column layouts

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Styling links as CSS popups

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Creating and applying styles to make an accessible form

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Mastering hierarchy, alignment, focal point, and other design concepts

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publishing and testing your pages

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Working bloat-free with CSS in Dreamweaver®

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Weaning yourself from table-based layouts and out-of-date coding

FEATURED ON THE CD

The companion CD includes all the materials you need to work through each chapter, as well as sample site materials, Style Me test pages, bonus color palettes, and trial software.

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A Complete Solution for Integrating (X) HTML and CSS from the Start

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Covers the Latest Standards from the World Wide Web Consortium

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Full Coverage for Users of All Skill Levels

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Classroom Ready! Full Courseware and Instructor Support Materials Included

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Gain Inspiration from Top-notch Examples of Real Websites Built Using CSS