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O'Reilly Pocket References The internet is an amazing free educational resource for webdesigners, and, if you're like many people, you've compiled a massive amount of free tutorials on your hard drive, from many different sources. Some were saved as HTML pages, others came in .pdf files, still others were saved as .jpgs or .gifs. However, in the midst of all this great free material, have you ever wanted to find just one thing and been completely defeated? Have you ever wished for just one tutorial or reference you could hold in your hand? Well, search no more. While best known for their full length computer textbooks, O'Reilly publishes a series of pocket references on every imaginable subject. Each one is a treasure trove of important information on one subject ranging from 70-100 pages in a small, durable paperback. Although at $9.95 (USD) they may seem a bit pricey at first, once you crack the cover on the subject of your choice, you'll agree that the volumes are well worth the investment. Currently, I own several guides, each with a different cuddly (or not so) animal on the cover (the O'Reilly trademark). The HTML Pocket Reference by Jennifer Niederst features a koala and 92 pages of 4.0 reference material in dictionary style. A rhinoceros graces the JavaScript Pocket Reference by David Flanagan, behind whose cover lie 89 pages of clear, concise explanation. Other popular volumes cover Apache, HTTP, mod_perl, CSS, PHP, and Windows NT. I heartily encourage you to check out the full range of titles at your local bookstore. O'Reilly books are often displayed alongside free tongue-in-cheek cardboard drink coasters you can take home depicting your favourite interest, such as "Linux Lager." Amazon.com prices vary Also by David Flanagan: Please note: if you were directed here from another site, visit the main website for JEMS WebDesign or The WebMaster's Desk for additional articles, book reviews, tutorials, design tips, and resources. Copyright © 2001-2007 Jane Ellen, JEMS WebDesign. |
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