HTML5+CSS3 Web Front-End Development

刘钊Chongqing University Press · ChinaNov 2024

Rating 3.7
Word count
106K words
Chapters
71
ISBN
9787568933667

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Summary

HTML5+CSS3 Web Front-End Development starts with the fundamentals of HTML5 and CSS3 and, through numerous examples and hands-on projects, explains the features and uses of HTML5 and CSS3 step by step, so that readers learn front-end web development techniques while understanding what the related technologies mean and mastering the workflow and mindset of front-end web development, thereby improving their comprehensive ability to build front-end web pages. The book is divided into 4 parts and 9 chapters. Part One (Chapter 1) covers the fundamentals of front-end web development. Chapter 1 introduces the basics of front-end web development, including the composition of a website, the composition of a web page, explanations of common Internet terms and concepts, and the front-end web development workflow. Part Two (Chapters 2-3) covers HTML5 fundamentals. Chapter 2 explains the concept of HTML5 and how to use the HTML5 language; Chapter 3 covers HTML5 document content tags, including how to use tags for text, images, lists, hyperlinks, tables, forms, audio, and video. Part Three (Chapters 4-8) covers CSS3 fundamentals. Chapter 4 explains the concept of CSS3 and how to use selectors; Chapter 5 covers how to use decorative declarations; Chapter 6 covers how to use the box model; Chapter 7 covers how to use effect declarations; Chapter 8 covers how to use web page layout. Part Four (Chapter 9) is a hands-on project. Chapter 9 presents a website-building example, in which three representative pages of a website—the home page, a product display page, and a product details page—are created…

Editor's review

HTML5+CSS3 Web Front-End Development by Liu Zhao is a beginner-oriented guide to web design. The book systematically introduces the two core technologies of modern web development—HTML5 and CSS3—organizing the content from the simple to the more advanced, starting with basic syntax and gradually moving on to advanced topics such as layout and animation. The author, Liu Zhao, has years of experience in teaching and development, and his writing style emphasizes practicality; the book combines a large number of runnable code examples and small project cases, helping readers consolidate concepts through hands-on practice.

From a professional perspective, the value of this book lies in the clear, complete learning path it constructs. It does not stop at simply listing tags and attributes but attempts to explain their design logic and best practices—for example, when explaining CSS3 Flexbox and Grid layout, it compares the limitations of traditional layout methods, helping readers understand the significance of technological evolution. The book also explains modern web essentials such as responsive design and multimedia embedding quite well.

However, the book's positioning limits its depth. It is an excellent "from zero to one" textbook, but for developers who have already mastered the basics and wish to gain a deeper understanding of browser internals, performance optimization, or cutting-edge frameworks (such as React and Vue), the content may seem insufficient. Overall, this is a solid introductory book that helps readers build a firm foundation in static web development, establish correct coding habits, and pave the way for subsequently learning the more dynamic JavaScript ecosystem.

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Reading tips

  1. It is recommended to study strictly in chapter order and not skip the basic syntax sections, since the later layout content depends on them
  2. While reading, be sure to type out and run all example code on a computer, understand the effects, and try modifying parameters to observe the changes
  3. Complete the exercises or small projects at the end of each chapter; this is a key step for checking learning outcomes and turning knowledge into ability
  4. When learning advanced CSS3 features (such as animations and gradients), consult official documentation (such as MDN) for more comprehensive explanations of property values

About the publisher

Chongqing University Press China · Founded in 1985

Chongqing University Press is a comprehensive university press whose publishing areas span social and cultural studies, industrial technology, finance and economics, medicine, social psychology, and theory. Judging from its catalog, the press publishes both academic works and popular science titles. Representative books include E. H. Gombrich's Shadows: The Depiction of Cast Shadows in Western Art, Magnesium-Based Hydrogen Storage Materials by Pan Fusheng et al., Research on China's Regional Spatial Development Models by Sun Jiuwen, and titles from the Gynecologic Oncology Committee of the Chinese Anti-Cancer Association, such as the Guidelines for Diagnosis and Treatment of Common Gynecologic Malignancies in China (2019) and Bipolar Disorder: What You and Your Family Need to Know. Its authors work in art history, materials science, regional economics, clinical medicine, and social research methods. Public information is limited, but its publishing profile combines academic translation, industrial technology, and practical medical guides.

Contents

  1. 版权信息
  2. 内容提要
  3. 前言
  4. 第1章 网页前端开发基础
  5. 1.1 互联网的概述
  6. 1.2 网站的组成
  7. 1.3 网页的组成
  8. 1.4 互联网相关名词解释
  9. 1.5 网页前端开发
  10. 课后习题
  11. 第2章 HTML5基础
  12. 2.1 HTML5概述
  13. 2.2 文档结构标签
  14. 2.3 头部功能标签
  15. 2.4 内容结构标签
  16. 课后习题
  17. 第3章 HTML5文档内容标签
  18. 3.1 图像标签
  19. 3.2 文本标签
  20. 3.3 文本格式标签
  21. 3.4 超链接标签
  22. 3.5 列表标签
  23. 3.6 表格标签
  24. 3.7 表单标签
  25. 3.8 音视频标签
  26. 第4章 CSS3基础
  27. 4.1 CSS3概述
  28. 4.2 选择器的分类
  29. 4.3 选择器的使用方法
  30. 4.4 选择器的组合使用
  31. 4.5 多重样式的优先级
  32. 4.6 声明的分类
  33. 4.7 小结案例
  34. 课后习题
  35. 第5章 装饰类声明
  36. 5.1 字体样式
  37. 5.2 文本样式
  38. 5.3 列表样式
  39. 5.4 表格样式
  40. 5.5 显示模式的转换
  41. 5.6 声明的继承性
  42. 5.7 小结案例
  43. 课后习题
  44. 第6章 盒模型
  45. 6.1 盒边框样式
  46. 6.2 盒背景样式
  47. 6.3 盒布局样式
  48. 6.4 盒模型的其他样式
  49. 6.5 用户界面声明
  50. 6.6 BFC问题
  51. 6.7 小结案例
  52. 课后习题
  53. 第7章 特效类声明
  54. 7.1 变形类特效
  55. 7.2 过渡类特效
  56. 7.3 动画类特效
  57. 7.4 小结案例
  58. 课后习题
  59. 第8章 网页的布局
  60. 8.1 网页布局的类型
  61. 8.2 标准式布局的案例
  62. 8.3 响应式布局的声明
  63. 8.4 响应式布局的方式
  64. 8.5 响应式布局案例
  65. 第9章 网站制作实例
  66. 9.1 制作与准备
  67. 9.2 首页效果图分析与制作
  68. 9.3 产品展示页面分析与制作
  69. 9.4 产品详情页面分析与制作
  70. 课后习题
  71. 参考文献

FAQ

Does this book require readers to have a programming background? No. The book starts from the most basic HTML tags and CSS selectors and assumes that readers have no programming experience; basic computer skills are all that is needed to follow along.
Are the code examples and knowledge in the book outdated? HTML5 and CSS3, the core subjects of this book, are the cornerstones of modern web pages, and their syntax and core concepts are stable. The main body of knowledge in the book is not outdated and is sufficient for building standard, well-compatible modern web pages. Of course, front-end toolchains evolve rapidly, so after mastering the book's content, readers can supplement their learning of build tools (such as Webpack) and front-end frameworks as needed.
What level can I reach after finishing this book? After finishing the book and practicing thoroughly, readers will be able to independently use HTML5 and CSS3 to build static websites with clear structure, attractive styling, and basic responsive adaptation. This means you will have "half the world" of front-end development and can create personal home pages, corporate promotional sites, blog themes, and more. However, to implement interactive features (such as form validation and dynamic content loading), you will need to continue learning JavaScript.

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About the author

刘钊 Author

Liu Zhao is an author whose works span a notably wide range of subjects. Public information about him is limited, and no clear record of his nationality, dates of birth and death, or educational background is available. Judging from the five titles held in the collection, his writing crosses world history, language and writing, programming and design, and business and exam preparation. These include writing and history titles such as Traces of Gold: A History of Western Writing and A Dictionary of Common Oracle Bone Characters, a practical technical tutorial in HTML5 + CSS3 Front-End Web Development, and business and self-improvement books such as Financial Markets (2nd Edition) and Brian Tracy's Time Management Course. This range suggests a versatile author who combines knowledge popularization with practical skills, favoring clear, well-organized, accessible explanatory writing for readers with different needs.