Life 4 With Web App

Synopsis

Now in a new edition, National Geographic Learning brings the world to your classroom with Life, a six-level integrated-skills series with grammar and vocabulary for young adult and adult English language learners. Through stunning National Geographic content, video, and engaging topics, Life inspires a generation of informed decision-makers. With Life, learners develop their ability to think critically and communicate effectively in the global community.

Summary

Chapter 1: The Power of Web Apps

* Concept: Web apps are browser-based applications that can be accessed from any device connected to the internet.
* Real Example: Google Docs, an online word processing tool that allows users to create and collaborate on documents.

Chapter 2: Building the Foundation

* Concept: The basics of web app development, including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
* Real Example: Creating a simple web page with a header, content, and footer using HTML and CSS.

Chapter 3: Enhancing the User Interface

* Concept: Adding interactive elements to the web app, such as forms, buttons, and navigation menus.
* Real Example: Implementing a login form with username and password fields using JavaScript and HTML.

Chapter 4: Handling User Input

* Concept: Processing data entered by users, such as validating forms and handling events.
* Real Example: Validating a user's email address in a registration form using JavaScript.

Chapter 5: Working with Data

* Concept: Storing and retrieving data from a database or other source.
* Real Example: Creating a simple database to store user information, such as name and address, using SQLite.

Chapter 6: Server-Side Communication

* Concept: Communicating with a server to send and receive data from a web app.
* Real Example: Sending a request to a server to retrieve user data from a database using AJAX.

Chapter 7: Authentication and Authorization

* Concept: Ensuring that only authorized users can access sensitive parts of the web app.
* Real Example: Implementing a login system with password hashing and session management.

Chapter 8: Deployment and Maintenance

* Concept: Deploying the web app to a server and maintaining its performance and security.
* Real Example: Deploying the web app to a shared hosting platform and setting up automated backups.

Chapter 9: Introduction to Framework

* Concept: Using frameworks to simplify development and improve code efficiency.
* Real Example: Integrating the React framework to create a more dynamic and interactive user interface.

Chapter 10: Advanced Techniques

* Concept: Exploring advanced techniques in web app development, such as using web sockets for real-time communication.
* Real Example: Implementing a chat feature using web sockets to allow users to send messages to each other in real time.