Synopses & Reviews
Learn to:
- Define and apply CSS3 effects and transforms
- Take advantage of improved mobile compatibility
- Use CSS3 animation and interactivity features
- Maximize the power of HTML5 with CSS3
Learn the great new features in CSS3 and create web pages that pop — it's all here!
CSS3 is loaded with cool new features like better mobility, cleaner code, and less maintenance. And because web building today requires mobile compatibility, you don't want to wait! Learn to use CSS3 shortcuts; work with fonts, colors, and graphics; build pages with Dynamic Drive; create themes; customize the interface with jQuery UI; and more.
- The magic of CSS — understand the advantages of CSS, start creating pages that use CSS formatting, and discover CSS shortcuts
- Develop your skills — discover how developers and programmers use CSS3 to create sites
- Layouts, quick 'n' easy — define a basic layout, add functionality with jQuery, and explore layout options with Dynamic Drive
- Welcome to the library — see how to access all your favorite libraries and generators using the Google API
- Roll out the themes — use ThemeRoller to create interesting, usable themes with less work
- Dynamics of a great site — liven up your site with animations, button controls, and cool icons by using the Dynamic Drive tools
- Make it your own — find the CSS for a pre-built library or generator and modify the content with specialized effects and graphics
Open the book and find:
- How to use CSS selectors
- What you need to know about fonts
- All about colors
- Some super CSS shortcuts
- Interesting things you can do with the Google API
- Tips on using ColorZilla
- Where vendors typically hide the CSS
- Great places to find libraries and generators
Synopsis
Get the most out of the new features in CSS3Cascading Style Sheets (CSS3) boasts many new features that designers love. Things like better mobility, cleaner code, less maintenance, and basic interactivity without JavaScript are just a few. Get thoroughly up to speed on CSS3 with CSS3 For Dummies. Whether you're a web developer or designer with a lot or very little experience in HTML and CSS, or just want assistance applying it to multiple browser and mobile apps, this book delivers. Explore in depth how CSS3 effects and transforms work and how to use them for animation and interactivity.
- Explains CSS3 in detail for web developers and designers who may or may not know HTML, CSS, or tools like Dreamweaver
- Instructs how to define and apply CSS3 effects and transforms that work in multiple browsers
- Covers how to animate CSS3 effects and transforms with CSS and basic JavaScript
- Provides detailed information and helpful examples, in the friendly, non-intimidating, For Dummies style
Start putting the great new features of CSS3 to work on your next project with CSS3 For Dummies.
About the Author
John Paul Mueller is a technical writer and editor, and the author of more than 300 articles and over 90 books. He has contributed to numerous technical publications, including DevSource and SQL Server Professional, and his books run the gamut from beginner guides to advanced programming instruction.
Table of Contents
Introduction 1Part I: Getting Started with CSS3 5
Chapter 1: Understanding CSS3 7
Chapter 2: Performing Basic Tasks 21
Chapter 3: Working with Fonts and Colors 45
Chapter 4: Working with Graphics 61
Chapter 5: Using CSS Shortcuts 85
Part II: Making Layouts Fast and Simple with Libraries 113
Chapter 6: Creating a Test Site with jQuery and jQuery UI 115
Chapter 7: Creating Pages Using Dynamic Drive 155
Chapter 8: Using the Google API 175
Part III: Working with CSS3 Generators 191
Chapter 9: Managing Colors Using ColorZilla 193
Chapter 10: Creating Themes Using ThemeRoller 215
Chapter 11: Using the Dynamic Drive Tools 237
Part IV: Modifying Pre-Built Content for a Unique Look 257
Chapter 12: Understanding CSS for Libraries and Generators 259
Chapter 13: Modifying the jQuery and jQuery UI CSS 269
Chapter 14: Modifying the Dynamic Drive CSS 291
Part V: The Part of Tens 311
Chapter 15: Ten Phenomenal Places to Find Libraries 313
Chapter 16: Ten Phenomenal Places to Find Generators 323
Chapter 17: Ten Quick Ways to Produce a Great Layout 335
Index 345