Beginning Expression Web

503 Pages·2007·11.719 MB·English

by  Zak Ruvalcaba

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I would like to dedicate this book to my wife, Jessica; my daughter, Makenzie; my son,
Zaven; and the newest addition to our family, my son, Zayden, for putting up with
my many faults. I love my family more than anyone can possibly know.
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About the Author
Zak Ruvalcabahas been researching, designing, and developing for the Web since 1995. He holds a
Bachelor’s Degree from San Diego State University and a Master of Science in Instructional Technology
from National University in San Diego. He served as Creative Director with EPIC Solutions until 1998.
His expertise in developing Web applications led him to a position as Manager of Web Development
at SkyDesk, Inc., where he developed Web applications for such companies as Gateway, HP, Toshiba,
IBM, Intuit, Peachtree, Dell, and Microsoft. He’s worked for such companies as ADCS Inc. and Wireless
Knowledge as a wireless software engineer developing .NET solutions for companies including Mellon
Financial, Goldman Sachs, TV Guide, Healthbanks, Gartner, Inc., Microsoft, Qualcomm, and Commerce
One. Currently, he holds a position with MiraCosta College in Oceanside, California, supporting
internal and external .NET applications. His skill set includes technologies and languages including
(X)HTML, XML, JavaScript, CSS, ASP, ASP.NET, VB.NET, C#, ADO.NET, Web Services, SQL, T-SQL,
and ActionScript. He is a Macromedia Certified Professional (MMCP), a Microsoft Certified Applica-
tion Developer for .NET (MCAD), and a Microsoft Certified Solutions Developer for .NET (MCSD).
He teaches and holds design lectures on various technologies and tools including Dreamweaver,
Flash, ASP.NET, ADO.NET, and Web Services for the San Diego Community College District and
Palomar College.