Web Design For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Web Design For Dummies, 2nd Edition
by Lisa Lopuck

Web Design For Dummies, 2nd Edition
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Author: Lisa Lopuck
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-03-27
ISBN: 0471781177
Number of pages: 336
Publisher: For Dummies

Book Reviews of Web Design For Dummies, 2nd Edition

Book Review: Good, but outdated
Summary: 4 Stars

This book is pretty good for someone who wants to learn the basics of the process of web design as well as plenty of useful tidbits of information.

However, the main problem is that this book is in sore need of an updating. For example, the author uses Internet Explorer for Mac which was discontinued over five years ago. Or there are references to Macromedia software programs (which are currently owned by Adobe) and so there will be some differences in current versions. Also, in this day and age when open source software like Inkscape and the GIMP are options, they should at least have some mention. The status of current Mac OS X-available software, as well as other modern tools and software programs for that matter, are also outdated. Other basic info, such as the support level for PNG, the existence of SVG, common screen sizes, current Mac screen resolutions, new HTML technologies, current printer prices and features, etc., are outdated, so take everything with a grain of salt, and make sure that you already have some basic knowledge of modern technology.

Nevertheless, although I have bought several Dummies books relating to building websites, this is my favorite. It's fun to read, very understandable, and is IMO indispensable for someone who wants to design a really good website.

For coding, though, there is only limited information. The W3Schools website or special books for HTML/CSS/PHP/Java are needed for that.

And a note to the author: "Lorem ipsum" is not Greek. It is written in a non-classical form of Latin used for what is called "Greeking". Let's hope for a 3rd Edition, huh?

Summary of Web Design For Dummies, 2nd Edition

How many times have you visited a Web site and thought that you could do a better job if only you had the knowledge and skills?   Or perhaps you have a great idea for a Web site but don?t know how to get started? What was once exclusively a task for professionals, Web designing, has become more accessible to amateurs, thanks to loads of handy software. With Web Design For Dummies, you will be able to design your own Web site like a pro.

Web design requires many programs to make a Website attractive and fun, including:

  • Using Web editors like Dreamweaver
  • Image editing tools like Photoshop elements
  • Drawing utensils like Illustrator
  • Background markup and scripting languages like HTML and CSS

This fun guide covers all of the topics that every aspiring Web designer should know.   This book offers advice on:

  • Designing for your audience
  • Building a solid framework for easy navigation
  • Creating appealing graphics that work with the site
  • Choosing the proper type and colors
  • Tweaking the HTML to make everything work correctly
  • Applying next-step technologies including JavaScript
  • Parlaying your skills into paid work

With expert guidance from Lisa Lopuck, a pioneer in interactive media design and the Senior Producer at Disney, you will be creating superb Web pages that will charm and impress all of your visitors!

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