Microsoft Expression Web 3 in Depth

Great book. Well written and easy to understand. You will definitely keep going back to this book as a reference. Worth the money, would highly recommend it to anyone moving to or using Expression Web 3. If you cannot build a website in Expression Web 3 after reading this book, it ain't the book. :-)

Although the In Depth series is reportedly not for newbies, after a few days/weeks with EW3 you're not gonna be a newbie anymore so buy this book. It's comprehensive, logically laid out, easy to read and you will find yourself going back to it time and time again. I've been using FrontPage and EW since it was in Beta and I've learned a thing or two from Jim, his books, and his software over the years; he knows what he's talking about and you'll find Expression Web 3 In Depth a valuable addition to your library. They may call it a reference book, but I found myself reading it cover to cover...you will too. I understand that the few fuzzy images will be fixed soon, although I didn't find them unusable to begin with.

Jim starts off the book with a overview of the features of EW which lets you know just what is available within the program if you have not used it before. Authors are told they have to cover all aspects of the program, so whilst Jim has had to cover frames he points out what a folly it would be to use them in the normal course of web design in a very diplomatic way - way to go Jim. If you really want to push yourself to the next level then Jim's book helps you do just that. On the other hand to my mind IT IS good for newbie's. When I approach something new I like to have all the information before me, but explained in a nice simple way. I don't want to have go do further research to find out where I can find the information that's missing. Its fine to have a bare bones book with the basics, however I want all information right there in front of me this book gives me that, so I think it covers all three levels of experience. I specially commend the publisher on having a mighty fine index, there is nothing worst than having a large (or even a small) book and having to rifle backwards and forwards throughout just to find some essential. Having a good index saves you so much time. In my book there were fuzzy photos, but that was a printing error run. Not everything goes right. I took the time to ask the author what the problem with that was, as his other books had really good photos, so that's not the authors fault (or responsibility I might add) and not something he should be dinged for, he assured me that the next run would be better and he was considering redoing the photos now the service pack 1 was out and he could arrange for a lighter colour scheme through windows colours. I would go for that if I were you Jim it will make the next printing run much better even if there are no printing faux pas by the printer. I was surprised that the book cover was not as stiff as previous books, but Jim explained to me (again I took the trouble to ask) that; "We printed the book on recycled paper. Even the cover is recycled paper. Yes, it doesn't have the firmness and slickness of non-recycled paper, but we didn't cut down trees to print my book. Every little bit helps!" So I applaud Jim for this extra attention to detail and his concern for the environment and the book pages and cover are not that flimsy at all. Jim believes in giving extra and he has created lagniappe's (a gift or bonus) throughout with even more information should you wish to pursue it. This book truly gives you comprehensive and in-depth information and what's more advice. I like books that not only tell you basic facts but that give you insights and tips and tricks that only an experience author can give you and all explained easily and simply. This is why Jim's books continue to be my favourite I would rather have too much than too little. The only thing I could wish for more of is a starter kit and covering of different scenario's for SuperPreview - I think its fine to fin

I just bought Jim's Expression Web 3 In Depth two days ago, but after having spent a few hours with it, I can already tell that it is typical Jim Chesire - everything is written in a way that enables the reader to grasp details effortlessly. I look forward to using EW3 In Depth as a reference many, many times as I develop websites.

This book has been great in helping me design my website! I'm new to all of this and was afraid I would get lost in all the terms and tech stuff I don't understand. Jim did a great job of explaining Expression to me in a clear and simple without talking down to me. After reading this I was able to use CSS in my site and I was even able to use the Asp.net controls to create a login page! I thought the book was organized just right for getting me from the beginning of my site to the more advanced topics. The book has a lot of tips in it that I have found to be great and Jim even warns you about things that might get you in trouble. I was really impressed by the book and I can't recommend it enough. I have to share one more thing. I had a problem with Expression giving me an error I didn't understand so I emailed Jim using the email address he gives you in the book. I wasn't expecting much since the problem wasn't related to his book. I was really surprised that Jim replied quickly, and he also spent a lot of time with me figuring out what was wrong and helping me fix it. In a world where customer service is pretty much dead, I thought this was very refreshing.