Web Programming Languages Sourcebook

By Gordon McComb and Mark Robinson

Java, JavaScript, Perl, C, Visual Basic, Visual Basic Script, Unix. To successfully develop and work with Web sites, Webmasters have to be familiar with these languages and several others. While most are experts in one or maybe two languages, they couldn't possibly know them all. This book will be invaluable to Webmasters as a convenient, time-saving collection of all of the important programming languages. Rather than having to completely master a new language, Web site professionals can use this resource to learn only the basics they need to accomplish specific Web site tasks. Not only does it explain the essentials of each language, it helps readers identify the right language to use for a certain Web development task, and tells them how to use different languages together to solve tough Web challenges and create innovative Web pages. Includes CD-ROM with a library resource of scripts and programs from each language that readers can customize for use on a Web site. Includes companion Web Site with all the projects discussed in the book, fully functioning so readers can see exactly how they work on the Internet.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471175765
• ISBN13: 9780471175766
• Release Date: May 1997
• Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
• Length: 609 Pages
• Weight: 2.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.8" x 1.5" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Excellent Overview of Web Programming Languages

Great book if you're looking for an introduction to what programming for the web is all about, and want to get a good feel for web programming languages. If you're looking to become an expert in any one of the many languages presented, you will need to get a book for that specific language(s). However, if you are looking to see how Perl and Java and VBScript and all the other web languages really come together, this book is perfect for that. In general, I would say it is a great book to have on your shelf cuz. even if you're a master at one language you will sometimes need to understand other languages, and this book can serve as that occasional reference.