ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide (Beginner's Guides (Osborne)) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0072191090 ISBN 13: 9780072191097

Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Osborne Media, 2002

Synopsis

This text addresses the complete spectrum of development issues - from design to deployment. The pedagogical aids help readers master the information, which includes: modules - each programming concept is divided into logical modules; goals - each module opens with the specific programming skills the reader should have by the end of the module; Ask the Experts - question and answer sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary; 1-Minute Drills - quick self-assessment sections to check material retention; annotated syntax - example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated; and projects - coding exercises contained in each module show how to apply what is being learned. Each module has a review at the end that tests material retention using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions.

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About the Author

Jeffry Houser (New Britain, CT) is the owner of DotComIt, a US-based web consulting firm. Jeffry’s ColdFusion experience includes a multitude of projects ranging from business-to-business Intranet sites to consumer web sites, including: abodofoto.com, dapingmu.com, and designarchitecture.com. He has demonstrated proficiency in a wide range of Web-based technologies but focuses on developing advanced client applications in the ColdFusion environment.

From the Back Cover

Essential Skills for First-Time Developers

Discover the easiest way to construct Web-based applications and interactive Web sites with help from this instructive guide. "ColdFusion 5: A Beginner's Guide uses a proven learning method to give even total beginners profound and useful insights into the world of programming. Cover server setup and administration, learn programming fundamentals and specifics of the ColdFusion language, then follow examples and tutorials designed to help you build and deploy your own dynamic Web site--including incorporating data from ODBC Databases, such as Access or SQL Server. Whether you're new to programming, or brushing up on ColdFusion techniques, this potent learning tool will help you meet your goals.

This Beginner's Guide is Designed for Easy Learning: Modules--Each concept is divided into logical modules (chapters), ideal for individualized learning Goals--Each module opens with the specific skills you'll have by the end of the module Ask the Experts--Q&A sections throughout are filled with extra information and interesting commentary 1-Minute Drills--Quick self-assessment sections to check your progress Annotated Syntax--Example code annotated with commentary that points to the particular technique illustrated Projects--Exercises contained in each module show how to apply what you are learning Mastery Checks--End-of-module reviews that test your knowledge using short-answer, multiple-choice, fill-in-the-blank, and simple coding questions

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill/Osborne Media
• Publication date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0072191090
• ISBN 13: 9780072191097
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 460