Class Statement

Learn to use the Web browser-based language JavaScript to create Web sites that interact immediately with your users. This course will cover how to use the Document Object Model to dynamically change pieces of HTML codes, validate forms and perform other useful tasks. Using AJAX for quick, data-rich interactions and using advanced JavaScript libraries to create visual effects and the kinds of dynamic interfaces will be covered. PREREQUISITE: SMC-2422, Introduction to Web Languages: HTML, or equivalent.

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Books

• Javascript: The Definitive Guide
• Javascript: The Good Parts

Useful Links

• Javascript Reference Sheet
• Eloquent Javascript (Ebook)
• Gecko DOM Reference
• Quirks Mode DOM Introduction
• Apple Developer: Safari & Javascript

Javascript Event Links

• Quirks Mode Intro to Events
• Quirks Mode Event Reference
• MDC addEventListener
• W3C Event Flow

Object Orientation Links

• Javascript and OOP
• Object Orientated Programming in Javascript
• JSON

Framework References

• Framework Speed Test
• Google Hot Links

jQuery

• jQuery For Designers (Tutorials and Screencasts)
• How jQuery Works
• jQuery For Designers

HTML5

• Dive Into HTML5
• Modernizr