I didn’t know anything about web development and then I was introduced to Head First HTML with CSS and XHTML. The book not only helped me learn HTML and CSS, but the way the book was written it made it very interesting. It was by far one of my favorite books and the interesting part was that it made me learn the material in a fun way. It made me WANT to learn how to write HTML so I can create the web pages that I wanted to. Then once I finished the book, something happened. I wanted to learn more.
I then ordered more books about web development. I ordered some books that just had pictures of different web sites so I could see some different sites with their color schemes. I think this is actually the hardest thing is trying to get a color scheme that will connect with your information that you are trying to give to a specific audience. You don’t want it to be too bright and you also don’t want it to be too dark. I then went to borders and read some books or to be completely honest, lets just say that I scanned through them and just came to the conclusion that I knew how to do everything it was saying. I ended up not buying any books and I just couldn’t find another book that was similar and helpful like the one Head First HTML with CSS.
I tried a little bit with the program Dreamweaver. I was introduced to a helpful guide by my business partner John Hanna, who showed me the basics of how to create a web site using Dreamweaver. I felt like a little kid again, I just couldn’t wait to get home and continue working on my web site and continue learning the steps on how to create a successful website. When I finished all the steps I then was at a similar spot that I was just a short time ago. I wanted to learn more. I am now being introduced to the book Head First AJAX and really hope it is similar to my Head First HTML. Based on looking at the pages by scanning the book it looks like it will again teach me more about web development in a fun and exciting way.
I am going to end this blog with me posting that I am excited to learn AJAX and hope I continue my path of learning how to be a successful web page creator.
I really like the Head First books myself. I've heard some people complain that they are to busy and hard to follow but I like the pictures and layout. The step by step approach they use is nice when you are learning something for the first time.
ReplyDeleteNot only is the step by step approach nice, but the pictures right next to the step by step I think really helps. You are able to get some information, see it, then do it yourself. I strongly believe most individuals are a visual learner and helps them understand how to create/do everything.
ReplyDeleteI just started reading the Head First book. At first glance the book seems a bit juvenile. But i think as i get into it more it will be quite helpful. IT's a book for beginningers so I think it really helps you.
ReplyDeleteThe Head First books are good learning utilities, but they can be a little obnoxious at times. There are certain sections where their repetitive style can be a bonus, but I get bored of silly diagrams and pictures.
ReplyDeleteThen again, my previous experience with the series was for a topic on which I was already well versed, so only time will tell how this will work out for me. :)