JavaScript: The Complete Reference

From the Publisher: Develop powerful,full-featured Web pages with JavaScript using this comprehensive resource. Including thorough coverage of object models,XML,server-side JavaScript,and embedded objects—plus details on special browser considerations,this guide is an excellent reference no matter what your level of experience. The most in-depth guide to JavaScript available Create dynamic and flexible Web pages with JavaScript using this comprehensive resource. Whether you're a new or more experienced developer,you'll find quality coverage of every topic you're looking for—from fundamentals such as language syntax to advanced topics including interaction with browser plug-ins and the emerging W3C DOM standard. You'll learn to create cross-browser scripts for common tasks including form validation,visual effects,navigation systems and much more. In addition to the comprehensive tutorials that make up each chapter,the appendices contain helpful material that's quickly accessible—including object references,a browser compatibility chart,and other key JavaScript syntax charts. For a thorough and authoritative book on the latest version of JavaScript that's geared toward developers at every level—this is the ideal resource for you. Get an overview of JavaScript and Web programming Find out about core features and functionality—including variables,functions,and objects Acquire solid language fundamentals,including the effective use of JavaScript's object-oriented features Understand the differences between the standard Document Object Model (DOM) and Browser Object Models (BOM) Manipulate images and layout with JavaScript Addsophisticated navigation systems using DHTML Parse XML with JavaScript and control windows and frames Deal with browser incompatibilities and learn tips for debugging