The 7th Edition of New Perspectives on HTML and CSS provides instruction on building websites using real-world case scenarios. This text does not require any prior knowledge of the subject nor specialized software other than a basic editor and Web browser. Each tutorial is based on a case problem which leads students through the creation of website while mastering new techniques and complex concepts. Students develop their problem-solving skills by working through realistic exercises, which help them retain the material and apply what they’ve learned in a professional environment.
Implementation of responsive design and the latest elements, attributes, and styles from HTML5 and CSS.
Focus on the importance of maintaining compatibility across browsers and browser versions.
New topics include: media queries, grid-based layouts and grid frameworks, CSS3 grid styles, CSS3 shadow styles, CSS3 gradient fills, CSS3 transformations and filters, flexboxes and flexible designs, working with developer tools, etc.
Designed to foster your confidence, this text starts out with the basics and gradually helps you increase your knowledge and skill set by providing increasingly difficult tasks and exercises within each chapter.
Case scenarios are woven throughout each chapter, which help you understand how the concepts and skills in the text relate to the professional environment.
Visual Overview – a two-page spread at the start of each session – gives a preview of the topics and terms covered in the session and can be used as a study guide before quizzes and tests.
ProSkills Boxes tie HTML and CSS concepts and skills with career relevancy by providing guidance for using the technology in professional situations. ProSkills exercises integrate the technology skills students learn with one or more of today’s necessary professional skills, such as teamwork, written communication, verbal communication, problem solving and decision making.
Key Steps highlight important steps to help you pay close attention to completing the step correctly and avoid time-consuming rework.