Several people have asked me over the years how they can transition to the world of Web 2.0 Development, so I have summarized these recommendations in a reading list which I thought people might find helpful in these times of change and uncertainty:
- Head First HTML with CSS & XHTML
- ppk on JavaScript, 1/e (VOICES)
- Head First JavaScript (Head First)
- Head First Ajax (Head First)
Then you need to select one of the following books to go with one of the AJAX libraries:
- Prototype and script.aculo.us: You Never Knew JavaScript Could Do This! (Pragmatic Programmers)
- jQuery in Action
- Mastering Dojo: JavaScript and Ajax Tools for Great Web Experiences (Pragmatic Programmers)
Then wrap up with:
- Pro JavaScript Techniques (Pro)
or JavaScript: The Good Parts
- Head First Software Development (Brain-Friendly Guides)
- Agile Project Management with Scrum (Microsoft Professional)
Please feel free to ask me what other areas or types of resources you need help with regards to your career development or career change and I can address that in future posts.
If you are interested in the server side development of web applications you should check out these posts:
- PHP, Ruby, Python don’t work in the Enterprise and C++ applications takes too long to build – I want to learn Java Web Development
- Java in the Enterprise is Dead – Time to get ramped on Grails
Hope that helps
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