Supercharged JavaScript graphics

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"This fast-paced book shows you how to use JavaScript, jQuery, DHTML, and HTML5's Canvas element to create rich web applications for desktop and mobile devices. By following real-world examples, experienced web developers learn fun and useful approaches to arcade games, DHTML effects, business dashboards, and other applications"--P. [4] of cover. Content: Code reuse and optimization -- DHTML essentials -- Scrolling -- Advanced UI -- Introduction to JavaScript games -- HTML5 Canvas -- Vectors for games and simulations -- Google visualizations -- Reaching the small screen with jQuery mobile -- Creating Android apps with PhoneGap. Abstract: Thanks to improved web browser support and the advent of HTML5, JavaScript now plays a major role in programming high-performance web graphics. This hands-on book shows you how to create rich web applications for big-screen computers and small-screen mobile devices using JavaScript, jQuery, DHTML, and HTML5's Canvas element. Read more...