HTML5 For Dummies® Quick Reference

HTML5 & CSS3 for the Real World will show you how to create dynamic websites using these new technologies. No fluff or hype here ?€“ Only fun, effective techniques you can start using today. This easy-to-follow guide covers everything you need to know to get started today. You?€TMll master the new semantic markup available in HTML5, as well as how to use CSS3 without sacrificing clean markup or resorting to complex workarounds. This book will teach you how to: understand the new semantic markup available in HTML5 set type that truly supports your message with @font-face build intelligent, self-validating web forms your users will love! construct modern web apps that shine in a mobile environment create data-rich, efficient graphics on the fly with SVG and canvas use shiny-new APIs to add geolocation and offline functionality This easy-to-follow guide is illustrated with lots of examples and there's also a cool demo site to work with!

HTML5 and CSS3 for the Real World is ideal for any web designer or developer who wants to start using the latest generation of web technologies in their everyday work.

This book will teach you how to:

• understand the new semantic markup available in HTML5
• use CSS3 to make sites beautiful without sacrificing clean markup or resorting to complex workarounds
• employ native HTML5 video and audio in your pages
• use web fonts to enrich a site's typography
• make web applications accessible using WAI-ARIA
• make the most of the new HTML form elements.

This easy-to-follow guide is illustrated with lots of examples, and leads readers through the process of creating great websites from start to finish using HTML5 and CSS3.

It also features:

• details on all the new HTML5 and CSS3 elements and features
• information on the current level of browser support
• advice for creating great experiences for all users thanks to progressive enhancement.

Essential information about using HTML5: everything you need at your fingertips HTML is the predominant programming language used to create Web pages. HTML5 has enhanced rich media, geolocation, database and mobile capabilities, and is now able to script APIs, making it a must-have for Web developers. This convenient reference, comb-bound to lie flat, makes it easy to find the information you need in a hurry so you can get those terrific Web pages designed and online right now. HTML is used extensively in creating Web pages, especially for mobile browsers; HTML5 offers exciting enhancements that Web developers are eager to master Features a handy format that provides essential information in a quick and simple manner, with easy-to-follow instructions, smaller size, and convenient, lay-flat binding Covers using HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript The basic information you need to develop eye-popping Web sites with HTML5 are easy to find in HTML5 For Dummies Quick Reference. Annotation HTML5 & CSS3 for the Real World will show you how to create dynamic websites using these new technologies. No fluff or hype here â€" Only fun, effective techniques you can start using today. This easy-to-follow guide covers everything you need to know to get started today. Youâ€"!l master the new semantic markup available in HTML5, as well as how to use CSS3 without sacrificing clean markup or resorting to complex workarounds. This book will teach you how to: understand the new semantic markup available in HTML5 set type that truly supports your message with @font-face build intelligent, self-validating web forms your users will love! construct modern web apps that shine in a mobile environment create data-rich, efficient graphics on the fly with SVG and canvas use shiny-new APIs to add geolocation and offline functionality This easy-to-follow guide is illustrated with lots of examples and there's also a cool demo site to work with!

What the book covers: The book covers the fundamentals for developing website using HTML5 - clear-cut tasks, step-by-step instructions and easy-to-follow advice.

· Using HTML5 for rich Internet applications

· HTML5 and mobile sites

· HTML5 and rich media such as video and 2D

· Leverage the database capabilities of HTML5

· Test and debug sites before deployment

Moving on to HTML5 HTML foundations New or changed HTML5 elements New and modified form elements Formatting with CSS New and improved CSS elements Changes in Java Script Working with the canvas. Presents information on using HTML and CSS to create Web pages, covering such topics as HTML5 forms, audio and video, embedded fonts, gradients, transitions, and offline Web apps A handy, no-nonsense guide to information about HTML5 and how to use it. Find what you need quickly and make your Web site a winner! 'Powerful HTML5 and CSS3 techniques you can use today!'--Cover.