Head First HTML and CSS 2e: OREILLY AND ASSOCIATE

I am studying to pass an exam for web design. Everything about HTML & CSS in my study books I have found in Head First and maybe more. The difference is my level of understanding from my study materials of HTML &CSS and my level of understanding from Head First is so different, that I wish the authors of Head First were put in charge of all study materiel for my Web Design course. This book is really designed for you to really learn and understand HTML and CSS on a cellar level and uses different methods including humor to make sure the understanding sinks in and sinks in good. There are a few mistakes in the book, a cross word puzzle in Chapter 3 (I think) but having bought quite a few books about different computer languages, I have yet to buy one that doesn't have any mistakes, we are human and not computers : ) When I have finished with HTML & CSS I will be moving on to Head First's Java Script book and any others I need to broaden my knowledge of Web Design and Web Development. I just wish they also included Photoshop as a subject of one of their books too.

Brilliant book if you are starting or wanting to code with no prior experience. The book may be too rudimentary for anyone with even little previous experience. If you like to get hands on straight away in your learning this book encourages that which I found really helpful.

I heard about this book from Andy Sterkowitz's YT channel as a recommendation for those wanting to become a web developer. I looked at the reviews and decided to have a go at it.... I am just about to finish it after 3 weeks and I can honestly say it is a fantastic piece. It is aimed at complete beginners which I consider myself (my only past experience is from high school from 20 years ago) and it really does explain basic concepts very well. There are even some supposedly fun elements for which you undoubtedly need a certain sense of humour and I enjoyed them. No, you wont be a fully employable web developer just after this book but it gives you a good foundation to build on as in concepts as in resources and teaching you the ability and importance of research. I would definitely recommend buying this book.

This has all the basics for getting started in the world of HTML and CSS. As the book says, it’s not a masters guide, but it delivers the information in a fun and engaging way. Going back and building on previous projects let’s you see your development and how much a little extra CSS can do. There are some issues however, as the book is now a little outdated and some of the online content now does not work as it should (there isn’t a huge amount that you actually need to be online for though.)

This is a first-rate instructional guide. It takes the reader through html and css in baby steps. I would advise anyone tackling this subject to have a basic web site set up on the web BEFORE starting this book, or a domain name and service provider at minimum. The only fault I could find with the book was that it was too short, leaving me gasping for more. Seriously, there are topics that this book doesn't reach, like scripting, programming, feedburning. These are topics which I'm sure are covered in other books in the series.

This is the first book on any sort of computer language I've ever actually finished. In itself, that's reassuring. I feel I've got a grasp on the fundamentals & am ready to move on to more advanced stuff & related languages which can enhance my site (within 2 days of starting this book I'd registered a domain name & sorted out some web hosting). This is a great introductory book, no "dry" bits in it, plenty of pictures and "room" to allow you to either amble or race through it at your own pace.

Great to get started. Easy exercises, which re-enforce the learning. Not too great a depth, but makes it easier moving on to the next level.

One of the best 'how-to' guides I've ever encountered. Easy to understand and fun to read... in a way where everything just 'sticks' in your brain- Magic!

The format of any of the Head First series of books is outstanding. I love it but others may find it too humorous for learning material. We all learn differently and from time to time we need to learn in a different manner and these series of books do just that. Its playful BUT absolutely structured and informative with the right amount of exercises, quizzes and examples to practice with. One size doesn't fit all but this series fits me and I find myself looking at what else they teach that I would buy their book just to learn it in their fashion. Try it out - what has you got to loose !!

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Ce livre est une excellente méthode d'apprentissage. Je n'y connaissais rien, et en un chapitre j'ai pu démystifier tout ça et surtout mettre directement en pratique. Merci Head First, et merci Amazon pour la rapidité de livraison.

I've been searching for a good HTML and CSS since long time. There are plenty available in the market and also on the internet and i went through most of them but though the subject looks simple and obvious, while implementing i used to feel like i'm not comfortable with the subject. When i almost decided that this particular subject is not my cup of tea, i found this great book. It taught me how to learn HTML & CSS. It excited me so much that i could not stop reading it till i complete it within few days (of course including the exercises given in the book). Get a copy of yours today and start reading it. You will know, what i told about the book here is very very less.

Part of this book is out of date, but nothing critical. I have learned so much, and I'm halfway through. I'm looking forward to the other books in the series to continue learning. A true beginner can use this. I usually struggle to focus with textbooks, but this really is designed for the way adults learn. I just wish I hadn't wasted time with other books before finding this one. Things I had to figure out due to the age of the book: Windows 10 does have Notepad, but you have to search for it, it wasn't in my Start menu but it is included. You will need files to do the activities in the book. The authors created a website with the files. Their website doesn't have all of the files anymore, but there is a link to a GitHub site (it's okay if you have no idea what that is). The GitHub site has so far had all the files I've needed, all organized exactly the way the book says it will be organized. The w3schools link for the html tags has changed to html_entities.asp. If you don't have any Adobe products, paint.net is free and very easy to resize images. I'm sure there will be more minor issues as technology changes, but I have been able to figure out everything I needed with a simple internet search. Don't be intimidated, the information is still relevant and incredibly helpful if you're just getting started.