The Bottom Line
Written with a unique style for a Web design book. This book is written almost like a cookbook. First you find the problem you are having in the book. Once you find it the solution will be right there. Not only that but it will be explained for you so you can modify it if you need to.
Pros
- very easy to read format
- broken down into logical chapters
- codes and explanations to go with them
Cons
- must have at least basic knowledge of JavaScript
Description
- Written like a cookbook. Find your problem and you will find a code to solve it along with it.
- Each code comes with an explanation on how it works so you can modify it.
- Modify a code to make it do what you want it to do using the help given.
- Codes are easy to copy into your pages so you can have instant satisfaction.
- Get your "How do I..?" scripting questions answered.
- Work with frames, forms, objects, functions and more.
- Create slide shows, countdown timer, calendar date pickers, auto-scrolling and much more.
Guide Review - JavaScript & DHTML Cookbook by Danny Goodman - O'Reilly
This is a great book to keep with you as a quick reference guide. The only problem with that being the size, over 500 pages. Every one of those pages is filled with an abundance of information that is well references and easy to use.
Let's say you have a little problem with your code. Go to the Table of Contents and look it up. When you turn to the right page in the book you will find the answer you are looking for. There will be a description of the problem and a solution to go with it. The solution will be complete with an explanation of how and why it works.
If you want to do something different, fun or interesting with your site, just flip through the pages and read where ever you see the word "Problem". It's fascinating to see all the stuff the author was able to gather to put in this book. By just opening to a random page you might just find something you can do with your site that you never even thought about doing.