JavaScript Bible

The bestselling JavaScript reference, now updated to reflect changes in technology and best practices As the most comprehensive book on the market, the JavaScript Bible is a classic bestseller that keeps you up to date on the latest changes in JavaScript, the leading technology for incorporating interactivity into Web pages. Part tutorial, part reference, this book serves as both a learning tool for building new JavaScript skills as well as a detailed reference for the more experienced JavaScript user. You'll get up-to-date coverage on the latest JavaScript practices that have been implemented since the previous edition, as well as the most updated code listings that reflect new concepts. Plus, you'll learn how to apply the latest JavaScript exception handling and custom object techniques. Coverage includes: JavaScript's Role in the World Wide Web and BeyondDeveloping a Scripting StrategySelecting and Using Your ToolsJavaScript EssentialsYour First JavaScript ScriptBrowser and Document ObjectsScripts and HTML DocumentsProgramming FundamentalsWindow and Document ObjectsForms and Form ElementsStrings, Math, and DatesScripting Frames and Multiple WindowsImages and Dynamic HTMLThe String ObjectThe Math, Number, and Boolean ObjectsThe Date ObjectThe Array ObjectJSON - Native JavaScript Object NotationE4X - Native XML ProcessingControl Structures and Exception HandlingJavaScript OperatorsFunction Objects and Custom ObjectsGlobal Functions and StatementsDocument Object Model EssentialsGeneric HTML Element ObjectsWindow and Frame ObjectsLocation and History ObjectsDocument and Body ObjectsLink and Anchor ObjectsImage, Area, Map, and Canvas ObjectsEvent Objects Practical examples of working code round out this new edition and contribute to helping you learn JavaScript quickly yet thoroughly.