XML in a nutshell

For developers working with XML, staying updated on the evolving landscape is crucial. You don’t need to memorize every detail; instead, knowing where to find the information is key. The updated third edition of this reference guide offers clear, concise, and well-organized insights into XML and its companion standards. With it at your side, you can quickly reference syntax rules and usage examples for core XML technologies, including DTDs, XPath, XSLT, SAX, and DOM. You’ll develop an understanding of well-formed XML, namespaces, Unicode, and W3C XML Schema, while gaining knowledge of technologies essential for narrative XML documents, such as web pages and articles. The guide also helps you build data-intensive XML applications and understand the necessary tools and APIs for processing XML documents, including SAX2 and DOM. This edition serves as a comprehensive reference, covering everything from fundamental syntax to DTD and XML Schema creation, XSLT transformations, and APIs for processing XML. It includes updates on XML 1.1, SAX2, and DOM Level 3. Whether you need a detailed explanation of a technology or quick access to specific syntax, this guide is an essential resource for any XML developer.