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JavaScript for web designers
Matt Stow (Dec. 15, 2008)
Learn how to use JavaScript, jQuery, and Spry to improve the interaction and overall user experience of your designs.
Using YUI widgets in Dreamweaver CS4
Roman Villarreal (Dec. 15, 2008)
Learn to work efficiently with YUI widgets in Dreamweaver CS4, using the Insert panel, Related Files bar, Live view, and Code Navigator.
Understanding unobtrusive JavaScript in Dreamweaver CS4
Roman Villarreal (Dec. 15, 2008)
Build clutter-free web pages and make your files easier to maintain with the new Externalize JavaScript command.
Building scalable websites with Dreamweaver CS4
Chris Converse (Dec. 8, 2008)
Learn about the core concepts that help ensure your site's long-term success.
Introducing InContext Editing
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To-do List
Developer: Jonathan Snook
This sample app enables you to create a simple to-do list for all kinds of occasions. The goal of the tutorial that accompanies this article is to show you how to develop on Adobe AIR using your HTML and Ajax development skills.
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Spry
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Spry Effects Demo
Developer: Spry team
See what sample effects it is possible to create with Spry.
Spry Form Validation
Developer: Spry team
Get a demonstration of the Spry form validation in action.
Spry Periodic Table
Developer: Don Booth
This sample application takes advantage of various Spry techniques.
Spry Photo Gallery
Developer: Spry team
This sample application shows an XML-based photo gallery.
Spry Product Table
Developer: Spry team
Explore an interactive data grid displaying XML-based data.
Spry RSS Reader
Developer: Spry team
See how multiple XML files can be used to build a rich interface.
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Get the latest version of the Spry framework for Ajax and find out what is possible with Spry.
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