Beginning XML

<b>A complete update covering the many advances to the XML language</b> <p>The XML language has become the standard for writing documents on the Internet and is constantly improving and evolving. This new edition covers all the many new XML-based technologies that have appeared since the previous edition four years ago, providing you with an up-to-date introductory guide and reference. Packed with real-world code examples, best practices, and in-depth coverage of the most important and relevant topics, this authoritative resource explores both the advantages and disadvantages of XML and addresses the most current standards and uses of XML.</p> <ul> <li>Features the most updated content built on audience feedback from the previous edition as well as the vast knowledge from XML developer teams</li> <li>Boasts new chapters on RELAX NG and Schematron, XML functionality in databases, LINQ to XML, Jabber and XMLPP, XHTML, HTML5, and more</li> <li>Offers in-depth coverage on extracting data from XML and updated material on Web Services</li> </ul> <p><i>Beginning XML, Fifth Edition</i> delivers the most important aspects of XML in regard to what it is, how it works, what technologies surround it, and how it can best be used in a variety of situations.</p>