Beginning SVG: A Practical Introduction to SVG using Real-World Examples

Description

Develop SVG functionality for use within websites quickly and natively, using basic tools such as HTML and CSS. This book is a project-oriented guide to creating and manipulating scalable vector graphics in the browser for websites or online applications, using little more than a text editor or free software, and the power of JavaScript. You'lluse a starting toolset to incorporate into your existing workflow, develop future projects, and reduce any dependency on graphics applications for simple projects. This book is an excellent resource for getting acquainted with creating and manipulating SVG content. We live in an age where speed and simplicity are of the essence.Beginning SVGprovides a perfect alternative when creating web-based projects that challenges the norm and encourages you to expand your resources and not resort to what "everyone else uses" (such as Illustrator). You'll discover that there is indeed a different way to achieve the same result. Stop thinking you must always resort to using graphics packages; there is always another way! What You'll Learn Create powerful, optimized content that can be quickly and easily manipulated within the browser Get up to speed with SVG quickly, with minimal effort and maximum results See how easy it is to apply SVG content and effects, without the need for lots of additional tools. Who This Book Is For Website developers and agile development teams who are keen to learn how to add and manipulate SVG quickly. Front Matter ....Pages i-xix Front Matter ....Pages 1-1 Introducing SVG (Alex Libby)....Pages 3-21 Adding SVG Content to a Page (Alex Libby)....Pages 23-58 Front Matter ....Pages 59-59 Working with Images and Text (Alex Libby)....Pages 61-93 Sizing SVG (Alex Libby)....Pages 95-123 Creating Filters (Alex Libby)....Pages 125-154 Animating Content (Alex Libby)....Pages 155-178 Optimizing SVG (Alex Libby)....Pages 179-203 Front Matter ....Pages 205-205 Creating SVG Charts (Alex Libby)....Pages 207-240 Incorporating SVG Libraries (Alex Libby)....Pages 241-263 Taking It Further (Alex Libby)....Pages 265-294 Back Matter ....Pages 295-298