Monday, July 14, 2008

Learning XML

In order to learn XML, I used the following resources in the order specified: W3Schools XML tutorials, Mark Long's uacbt XML tutorials, and the ten min youtube video "Just Enough XML to Survive". I inadvertently assumed that 'tutorial' was video so when I accessed the first one, I admit I was somewhat disappointed that it was nothing but text. Luckily it was short and to the point so I was able to quickly read all the documentation in the XML Basic grouping. I next accessed Mark's tutorial. I was able to run the main sections (Welcome, XML Basics and XML Documents) and corresponding subsections recommended. Since I had the written context (learning style) from the first tutorial was able to listen (learning style) more intently and reinforce the initial learning. I wasn't fond of the youtube video only because when I accessed the video (late at night) my eyes couldn't focus on the light-colored, small letters (looked like a ppt) sitting on a white background.

My demo system installation is complete and I am following along with the assignments. I also have a working vm installation for fall back.

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