Pro jQuery

Adam Freeman

Feb 2012 · Apress

About this ebook

jQuery is one of the most popular and powerful JavaScript libraries available today. It's widely used to create rich user experiences and to simplify website and application development. It is the tool of choice for web developers everywhere and sets the standard for simplicity, flexibility and extensibility. This book demonstrates how jQuery can be used with HTML5 to achieve excellent results.

In Pro jQuery, seasoned author Adam Freeman explains how to get the most from jQuery by focusing on the features you need for your project. He starts with the nuts and bolts and shows you everything through to advanced features, going in depth to give you the knowledge you need. Getting the most from jQuery is essential to truly mastering web development. What you’ll learn Understand the capabilities of jQuery and why it is special Use the core of jQuery to enrich HTML5, including tables, forms and data displays Use jQuery UI to create rich and fluid user experiences Use rich interactions such as drag and drop, sortable data and touch sensitivity Use jQuery Mobile to create touch-enabled interfaces for mobile devices and tablets Extend jQuery by creating custom plugins and widgets Each topic is covered clearly and concisely, and is packed with the details you'll need to learn to be truly effective with jQuery. The most important features are given a no-nonsense, in-depth treatment, and chapters contain examples that demonstrate both the power and the subtlety of jQuery. Who this book is for

This book is for working developers who want to learn about jQuery in detail. Quick refreshers of HTML and CSS are given to help you get up to speed, but a good working knowledge of the basics is assumed.

Table of Contents Putting jQuery In Context HTML Primer CSS Primer  JavaScript Primer  The jQuery Basics Managing the Element Selection  Manipulating the DOM Manipulatng the Elements Working with Events Using jQuery Effects  Refractoring the Example: Part I  Using Data Templates Working with Forms Using Ajax: Part I Using Ajax: Part II  Refractoring the Example: Part II  Setting Up jQuery UI Using the Button, Progress Bar, and Slider Widgets  Using the Autocomplete and Accordion Widgets Using the Tabs Widget Using the Datepicker Widget  Using the Dialog Widget  Using the Drag & Drop Interactions  Using the Other Interactions  Refactoring the Example: Part III  Getting Started with jQuery Mobile  Pages and Navigation Dialogs, Themes, and Layouts  Buttons and Collapsible Blocks Using jQuery Mobile Forms jQuery Mobile Lists  Refactoring the Mobile Example: Part IV  Using the jQuery Utility Methods The jQuery UI Effects & CSS Framework Using Deferred Objects

About the author

Adam Freeman is an experienced IT professional who has held senior positions in a range of companies, most recently serving as chief technology officer and chief operating officer of a global bank. Now retired, he spends his time writing and training for his first competitive triathlon.