Essential skills — made easy! 

Learn how to use AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML) to create Web applications that mirror the richness of desktop applications. Using easy-to-follow examples, "AJAX: A Beginner's Guide" gets you started working with this cutting-edge collection of technologies in no time. Create XMLHttpRequest objects and use JavaScript, XML, DHTML, CSS, PHP, and more to build next-generation Web applications. You'll also find out about a variety of free, pre-written AJAX frameworks you can use right away. 

Designed for Easy Learning: 

Key Skills & Concepts — Lists of specific skills covered in the chapter. 

Ask the Expert — "Questions & Answers" sections filled with bonus information and helpful tips. 

Try This — Hands-on exercises that show how to apply your skills. 

Annotated Syntax — Example code with commentary that describes the programming techniques being illustrated. 

Table of contents: 

Chapter 1. Essential AJAX 

Chapter 2. Getting to Know JavaScript 

Chapter 3. Creating AJAX Applications 

Chapter 4. Full Throttle AJAX 

Chapter 5. Using AJAX Frameworks 

Chapter 6. Handling XML in AJAX 

Chapter 7. Working with Cascading Style Sheets with AJAX 

Chapter 8. Handling Dynamic HTML with AJAX 

Chapter 9. Introducing PHP with AJAX 

Chapter 10. PHP in Depth 

Chapter 11. Validating User Input with AJAX and PHP 

Chapter 12. Using the HTML DOM and AJAX 

Index