Designing with JavaScript, 2nd Edition

Description: I'm a true beginner. I've been learning javascript, and this is definitely not the book for that. It claims to teach, but it doesn't, not really. I have to admit it does explain the techniques and examples used, but the style in which this book is written I did not find very conducive to learning the language. This is more like a compilation of the most commonly used scripts. The examples are made to be applied immediately in webpages. I did dip into it and use one or two scripts, but for the most part I did not get that much out of it(other than the pleasure of viewing the pretty pink swirly pattern on the cover and throughout the book). I would compare this book's offerings to fast food: it all comes prepared, and the most you'll have to do is squeeze some ketchup on top of it. You won't be stepping into the kitchen. I found JavaScript Programming for the Absolute Beginner, by Andy Harris, much better for learning javascript concepts and syntax. ISBN: 156592360X Release Date: 15 December, 2001 List Price: $24.47 Author: Nick Heinle, Bill Pena Publisher: O'Reilly & Associates Last Updated: 06/26/2003

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