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Creating a Website: The Missing Manual, Third Edition
This is the most complete all-in-one manual on website development I have ever read. I was amazed on the amount of information covered in this book, it is almost overwhelming. But, if you stick it out, the end result will be a thorough foundation on website development, community building and, if you wanted to, use your new found knowledge and skills to make money on the web. This book is written, like the title states, in a manual-like style, mixed with step-by-step solutions, simple examples and detailed explanations. And If that wasn't enough already, in the appendix there is a HTML5 reference, and a bunch of website links, grouped by chapters to further extend your knowledge in each subject. I found this book easy to read and understand which is one of the main reasons why I liked it so much. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who wants to start a career in web design or development as it will give them a rock-solid foundation on how things work and fit all together. I...
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May 24, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 23 | Rating: 5

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Think you need an army of skilled programmers to build a website? Think again. With nothing more than an ordinary PC, some raw ambition, and this book, you’ll learn how to create and maintain a professional-looking, visitor-friendly site. This Missing Manual gives you all the tools, techniques, and expert advice you need.

Plan your site. Create web pages by learning the basics of HTML and HTML5.
Control page design with CSS. Format text, images, links, tables, and other elements.
Attract visitors. Ensure that people can find your site through popular search engines.
Build a community. Add forums, fresh content, and a feedback form to encourage repeat visits.
Get smart. Use free tools to identify your site’s strengths and weaknesses.
Create your own blog. Post your musings with a free blog-hosting service.
Bring in cash. Host Google ads, sell Amazon’s wares, or push your own products.
Add pizzazz. Include audio, video, interactive menus, and more.

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Great book AFTER Head First HTML
I'm a newbie. I bought Creating a Website. At about chapter 8 I realized that reading the text, trying to follow the examples but then having to review the solution html was not sticking in my head. The book, to me, is not didactic for a newbie.So I bought Head First HTML & XHTML with CSS. **AWESOME newbie boodk**After completing, literally, that whole Head First book, I'm enjoing Creating a Website.Think of it like HTML & CSS 101 and 102!If you are a beginner, get the Head First book first.
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June 22, 2011 (Macon, GA USA) | Helpful Votes: 31 | Rating: 4

A few problems, but overall good resource
O'Reilly Publishing provided me access to an electronic copy of this book for review purposes.Matthew writes this book as if the reader has no previous experience with coding and even no experience with really understanding how the web works, i.e. how servers render webpages and understanding how a URL works. So if you have lots of experience with these areas then this book probably isn't for you. If however, you've never designed a webpage before or it's been a long time since you've coded this is the book that you want to pick up. The book is divided into five parts:Welcome to the web--which covers the basics of how the web works, basic HTML, and uploading your webpage to the webBuilding better webpages--covers how to use CSS, add images to the website, and creating pagesConnecting with your audiencesWebsite Frills--learning and using JavaScript for basic tasksAppendixesSo by the end of the book the reader is able to...
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July 11, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 4

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A Great No-Frills Introduction To Wordpress - Perfect For Any Newb
I use Wordpress almost daily.All of my websites are built using Wordpress, I have built the overwhelming majority of my freelance clients websites over the years with Wordpress, and at my day job I am the principal web person responsible for more than 30 company websites (more than 90% I have built with Wordpress) - so I grabbed this book just out of sheer curiosity - and as a guide for bringing a beginner up-to-speed on managing a website built with Wordpress, it is great.I use this book to help get the interns and content writers/managers who work under me at my day job acclimated to Wordpress so that they are able to take the sites I have built and use them without hesitation or mistake. None have complained, and now use the basic functions of Wordpress like old pros.Now, if you are looking for a guide that will help you do things like create custom themes using your own HTML/PHP/CSS code, or integrate some features and functions that are not...
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March 27, 2012 (Upstate New York) | Helpful Votes: 26 | Rating: 5

A Must-Have For Any Wordpress Newbie
I've been using WordPress for a long time, but still picked up a couple good tips from this book. It is short, straightforward and to the point. She leads you through everything you need to know to set up your blog quickly and in a nice step-by-step manner. She breaks the book up into 2 parts- a Quick Start guide and an In-Depth guide, which makes it especially nice for someone new to WordPress to get started right away. The In-Depth section is essential if you really want to make your WP blog do more fancy things. It's also good to review back later after you've set up your blog. The In-Depth section goes into things like selecting and installing a theme, adding pictures, galleries, posting, widgets and plugins, contact forms and even SEO (search engine optimization). Overall I enjoyed it and highly recommend it for anyone brand new to WordPress.
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February 4, 2012 | Helpful Votes: 8 | Rating: 5

Great book for getting started
Well-written for the new blogger or site builder. Worth the money to get the basics of Wordpress as the author leads you step by step. Highly recommended.
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March 3, 2012 | Helpful Votes: 6 | Rating: 5

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Do you want to build your own website but don't know where to start? Have you been put off by all the jargon and gobbledygook of other Internet guides? If so then this plain, easy WordPress tutorial is the ideal place for you.

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I wish I had this ebook when I first started online
I started online many years ago and bought many books and courses that I thought would help me with my online journey. I was naive back then, I didn't realise people only wanted you to buy more and more of their books and not really get successful yourself (because if you did, you wouldn't need to buy any more books).Instead, I got sent down so many dead end roads, spending much more than I earned and not really getting anywhere with my online business.Then I found this guy's blog about 1 year now and his advice is solid. I can see what I had been doing wrong before and now I'm working on putting things right. He'll give you tips and ideas, the results of his testing, what he found works and what doesn't, how he picks his niches, how he writes his content...oh, and he tells you a lot about backlinking.Don't be put off by the price of this ebook, it's cheap but packed with the right advice that will set you on your path to online success IF follow...
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August 14, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 2 | Rating: 5

Building a Successful Website
I have been in this game for quite some time. I have always stayed away from tricks and just tried to have straightforward content. Dave, is of the same mind. He is also honest about having some sites he is really proud of and some he purely has to make money.Have no doubts, this book can help you be successful on the web. But, it contains one scary (even nightmarish thought). You have to do the work. And it is work. You will need to be willing to do this for a few years and then success will come.Dave, great book. And yes, there were tips in there I hadn't thought of. Well worth the price.cd :O)
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August 6, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 5

This Book is Priceless to the SEO Website Builder
I've been in the business of building websites for monetary gain for several years and have been very successful at creating my own full time income from it. But I didn't get here by not educating myself on the best ways to do it. I've read extensively and always pick up new books on the subject because this is an ever changing business.I just read this latest addition to the Internet webmaster and marketer school of learning and it blew me away! Sure, there are plenty of things in there I already knew. But the essence of this book is to take anyone who builds websites and blogs to make money and lead them through all aspects of getting it right. The author does an excellent job of tutoring the novice and intermediate web marketer in the right way to go about building a website (or several) that will not only make them money but also make them proud.The book even taught this old dog a few new tricks, which is saying something!I'd recommend it to...
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August 6, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 1 | Rating: 5

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How To Build A Successful Website.

This is a complete guide to build a successful website or blog business. It will assume that you do have some basic knowledge about getting a hosting account, buying a domain name etc and know the basics of SEO and a few other slightly jargon-esque terms. If not then feel free to ask at zenduck.me

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Creating a Website: The Missing Manual: The Missing Manual

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May 24, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 23 | Rating: 5

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Plan your site. Create web pages by learning the basics of HTML and HTML5.
Control page design with CSS. Format text, images, links, tables, and other elements.
Attract visitors. Ensure that people can find your site through popular search engines.
Build a community. Add forums, fresh content, and a feedback form to encourage repeat visits.
Get smart. Use free tools to identify your site’s strengths and weaknesses.
Create your own blog. Post your musings with a free blog-hosting service.
Bring in cash. Host Google ads, sell Amazon’s wares, or push your own products.
Add pizzazz. Include audio, video, interactive menus, and more.

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June 22, 2011 (Macon, GA USA) | Helpful Votes: 31 | Rating: 4

July 11, 2011 | Helpful Votes: 10 | Rating: 4

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Great Great Book!
This book is awesome! I am currently trying to create my first website, and have had ZERO training in this area. I was considering taking a college course in web development, but after reading this book there is no need! I learned more in this book than I did in several of my undergrad classes :) Most of all, it is extremely well organzied and easy to understand. I am brand new to web development and I feel that I have a fundamental grasp on the basics just after the one weekend I spent reading this book. Most of all, it gives some fabulous websites to check out that are very resourceful. Best of luck!
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July 6, 2009 (Ohio) | Helpful Votes: 32 | Rating: 5

A Bargain That is Priceless
In this day of "freemium" this book is the real deal. It is exceptionally well-written and organized and lives up to its name and purpose by walking you through the entire life cycle of a web site all the while providing multiple examples of open source and freeware that just about anyone can use. The book provides added value by pointing out typical pitfalls to avoid and additional information for the person who is not a technical novice. The writing is clear and concise. Jargon is minimal, concepts are explained in standard, well-written language that anyone can understand.The book offers an optimal balance between technical parameters and business strategy. In my mind it is a classic! I plan to use it in my course on eCommerce.The author has provided an honest appraisal of what it takes to succeed in eCommerce and an honest critique of the opportunities posed by Open Source and freeware web development applications. It is so filled with good advice and...
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July 29, 2009 (OKC, OK) | Helpful Votes: 23 | Rating: 5

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Quickly and easily handle “nuts and bolts” tasks, from getting your site name to uploading your content
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It would be hard to produce a professional looking website with the free tools
In the Introduction to Build a Website for Free, the author, Mark Bell, notes there are two primary reasons for buying the book: 1) you don't know anything about websites but you want/need to build one or 2) you know something about websites but you want to know more about the "free" part. Build a Website for Free is written in the "for dummies" style--lots of rudimentary information presented in short paragraphs with prominent headings. This book is great for someone in category 1...I'm thinking of passing it on to my Dad who keeps threatening to "learn computers." For those in the fairly savvy but thrifty category (that's me), there are plenty of references to free products/services...BUT...the old adage "you get what you pay for" applies. These free tools are great to build a site for the little league or your annual family reunion, but if you are starting a business the "free" route is probably not going to produce a website of the caliber you will need to be taken seriously...
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May 18, 2011 (PA USA) | Helpful Votes: 13 | Rating: 3

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