Pro jQuery

jQuery is one of the most popular and powerful JavaScript libraries available today. It's widely used to create rich user experiences and to simplify website and application development. It is the tool of choice for web developers everywhere and sets the standard for simplicity, flexibility and extensibility. This book demonstrates how jQuery can be used with HTML5 to achieve excellent results.

In Pro jQuery, seasoned author Adam Freeman explains how to get the most from jQuery by focusing on the features you need for your project. He starts with the nuts and bolts and shows you everything through to advanced features, going in depth to give you the knowledge you need. Getting the most from jQuery is essential to truly mastering web development.

What youll learn

• Understand the capabilities of jQuery and why it is special
• Use the core of jQuery to enrich HTML5, including tables, forms and data displays
• Use jQuery UI to create rich and fluid user experiences
• Use rich interactions such as drag and drop, sortable data and touch sensitivity
• Use jQuery Mobile to create touch-enabled interfaces for mobile devices and tablets
• Extend jQuery by creating custom plugins and widgets

Each topic is covered clearly and concisely, and is packed with the details you'll need to learn to be truly effective with jQuery. The most important features are given a no-nonsense, in-depth treatment, and chapters contain examples that demonstrate both the power and the subtlety of jQuery. Who this book is for

This book is for working developers who want to learn about jQuery in detail. Quick refreshers of HTML and CSS are given to help you get up to speed, but a good working knowledge of the basics is assumed.

Table of Contents

Putting jQuery In Context

HTML Primer

CSS Primer 

JavaScript Primer 

The jQuery Basics

Managing the Element Selection 

Manipulating the DOM

Manipulatng the Elements

Working with Events

Using jQuery Effects 

Refractoring the Example: Part I 

Using Data Templates

Working with Forms

Using Ajax: Part I

Using Ajax: Part II 

Refractoring the Example: Part II 

Setting Up jQuery UI

Using the Button, Progress Bar, and Slider Widgets 

Using the Autocomplete and Accordion Widgets

Using the Tabs Widget

Using the Datepicker Widget 

Using the Dialog Widget 

Using the Drag & Drop Interactions 

Using the Other Interactions 

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