Responsive Web Development: Web and mobile development with HTML5, CSS3, and performance guide

Bridging web and mobile for next-gen user experiences

Key Features

• Comprehensive guide to web and mobile tech with HTML5, CSS3, PWAs.
• Case studies and practical strategies for real-world applications.
• Performance and security focus for efficient, safe apps.

Description

The book explores how modern web and mobile technologies come together. It focuses on using the same strategies to ensure smooth user experiences on different platforms. It highlights how to build applications that share common code but also adapt to the specific needs of each platform.

This guide helps you build modern, responsive websites that work perfectly on any device. Learn core responsive design principles with media queries and breakpoints. Create intuitive navigation for web and mobile, use CSS3 Flexbox and Grid for mobile-first designs, optimize performance, ensure quality with testing tools, and follow security best practices. Explore Progressive Web Apps (PWAs), voice search optimization, offline functionality, and Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for inclusive design.

By following this guide, you will become a well-rounded web and mobile developer, equipped to create innovative and high-performing applications that thrive in the ever-changing digital world.

What you will learn

• Responsive design principles and frameworks like Bootstrap, Foundation, etc.
• CSS preprocessors (such as SASS or LESS) for streamlined styling.
• Mobile optimization techniques like media queries, flexbox, and grid layouts.
• Progressive Web Apps (PWAs) for enhanced web experiences on mobile.
• Performance optimization tools for faster loading times.
• Offline data caching and synchronization technologies for mobile apps.

Who this book is for

This book is perfect for developers, software engineers, and tech enthusiasts looking for a thorough understanding of unified web and mobile application development.

Table of Contents

1. Foundations of Responsive Design

2. Navigation Patterns in Web and Mobile Development

3. CSS3 for Mobile-first Design

4. Performance Optimizations for Mobile

5. Testing and Debugging on Mobile Devices

6. Security and Data Privacy Across Platforms

7. Exploring Emerging Technologies and Trends

8. Offline Functionality and Synchronization

9. Web Accessibility: Creating Inclusive Digital Experiences

10. Conclusion and Future Trends