CSW XML Summer School

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Sun 24th - Fri 29th July 2005
Wadham College, University of Oxford

Hands-on Introduction to XML
Mon 25th - Tues 26th July 2005
(Includes XML Primer on Sunday 24th July 2005)

Instructors: Gary Cornelius, Kevin Wise, Reuben Wright

Description: This two-day track provides a complete and practical introduction to XML for those with little previous experience. Packed with hands-on exercises using a cross section of the latest XML tools and applications, this track will rapidly bring beginners up to speed so that they can apply this knowledge in their own organisation.

The practical exercises used throughout will allow delegates to focus on either XML for technical and reference publishing or XML for healthcare as appropriate. The seminar will also provide an overview of the latest XML tools and technologies in the marketplace.

Format: This course is a mixture of lectures and hands-on exercises, with the emphasis on the practical side, giving delegates maximum opportunity to apply and put into practice what they are learning and to interact with the presenters. A PC will be available for every two delegates.

Topics Covered - Day One:	Topics Covered - Day Two:
Structured Markup with XML Creating, Editing and Viewing XML Documents XML Schema: An Introduction XML Schema: Taking it Further	The XML Family Namespaces in XML Transforming XML: An overview of XSL-T Styling XML: An overview of CSS and XSL-FO
Prerequisites: This track is designed for delegates with little or no experience of XML, giving a solid foundation on which to base further exploration. Little previous knowledge is required, although a familiarity with word processing and the Windows operating system would be useful.

^*The cost of the two-day Hands-on Introduction to XML seminar includes the XML Primer, two nights accommodation at Wadham College, meals, refreshments & social events.

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