I have been using Microsoft FronPage to create and edit my web site.
However, this program is now obsolete and does not create compliant
HTML4.01 code. I wish to teach myself the latest standards. I am
looking for a book that covers not just the standard but also explains
to me how to interpret the jargon as I am far from conversant with the
format requirements and structural requirements of HTML (and XHTML).
I am an engineer with many years programming experience but am
venturing into web design for the first time.
I probably need two books.
One that is fairly general outlining good programming practices
including the use of CSS and script languages. It should also suggest
which solution to use to solve a problem when more than one method
exists. (I find it very difficult to avoid using methods that will
soon become obsolete or are not the best methods.)
Another book should have a detailed description of the language,
including examples with explanations of the various parameters. I
would expect it to be rather like a set of courses which will
gradually introduce new concepts.
My goal is to be to be able to rewrite my web site using HTML. Any
suggestions?
By the way, I understand HTML4.01 and XHTML are almost the same. Does
it matter which I study?
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