There’s a lot of talk going around about CSS3/HTML5, progressive enhancement, etc, but not until now have we had a well structured book to help prepare us web developers for the changes that are coming behind the scenes of tomorrow’s websites.
Dan Cedarholm, a well known web designer & speaker on all things CSS3, follows up his Bulletproof Web Design book with another great guide for those looking to build for the future.
What I like about Dan’s book is that it doesn’t cover just the visual improvements that CSS3 will make much easier to implement (though his sections on RGBa, font replacement, and web typography are great), it also documents structural and layout elements that can increase consistent user experiences. Fluid grid layouts, modular float management and more will help designers & developers create more flexible websites. The book grants you access to download example files used throughout the book and are a big help when developing your own projects. Dan uses everyday language and an easy to follow structure to help keep it from sounding like a technical manual. While the book isn’t hard to read, the real benefit comes from working with the template and seeing just what’s possible for your projects.
Why it’s worth the read: Great writing, great content & easy to follow tutorials will help you be more forward-thinking in what’s possible on the web today. Learn how to make development easier for everyone touching the project, and how you can promote the value of it to your clients.
Recommended For: Web Designers & Developers, Project Managers
Price: $26.39 from Amazon
