This class will introduce you to the suite of technologies that are used to create an Ajax web application. This is not, however, simply a catalog of Ajax libraries and tools: all topics covered are grounded in "Real World" usage. Learning in this class is designed to go above and beyond the "what" and "how" of Ajax. After completing this course, you will be well versed in the critical answers to "why" and "when", as they relate to the technical foundations of building dynamic web applications.

The material covers Ajax foundations including HTTP, asynchronous communication, advanced JavaScript, the DOM API, events, and JSON, as well as higher level topics in testing, debugging, security, and frameworks. While our focus on frameworks is centered on the very popular jQuery project, you will also learn how to critically evaluate other offerings.

Course Number
INT2231.1

Learning Objectives
After completing this course students will:

• Understand the relationship between the different protocols that comprise "Ajax"
• Create asynchronous requests through the use of the XMLHttpRequest object
• Learn best practices in "cross browser" coding
• Be aware of common security concerns when building web applications
• Know how to proactively mitigate issues through "Test Driven Development"
• Solve problems quickly through the use of error consoles, HTTP inspectors, and JavaScript debuggers
• Develop proficiency with the DOM API in building dynamic GUIs
• Become familiar with jQuery and its use in efficiently building Ajax applications
• Evaluate and select an appropriate Ajax framework or toolkit for a given project

Audience
This class is designed for experienced web page developers looking to establish a foundation in the creation of dynamic web applications via Ajax.

Length
3 days