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XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is the basis for the new XHTML. It comes from SGML and is used to represent data in a standard format. The articles and links on this page will help you learn how to use XML on your Web pages and in Web applications.
Styling XML Documents with CSS
You can use Cascading Style Sheets to style XML tags so that your XML looks exactly as you'd like it to display. CSS works for more than just HTML or XHTML.
SGML
SGML stands for Standard Generalized Markup Language. It is a language and an ISO standard used to describe information in a document.
About XML Free Class
After you finish this course, you will understand the basics of XML, what it is, how it works and how you can use it in your work. With interactive lessons and the option to work with other people in the course, you'll be able to learn XML the way you want. Go at your own pace, or follow along with the weekly syllabus.
About XML Resource Center
Keep up-to-date with the XML community, find out about new XML articles and information, and just stay focused on this very exciting topic. The About XML Resource Center has all you need to learn and use XML.
Articles About XML
These articles by the HTML/XML Guide will help you learn how to use XML, what it is, and different languages created with it.
Elements in XML
Learn how to use the most basic element in XML. XML elements are the tags that are used to create XML documents. XML elements are exactly like HTML elements, except that you can create your own for your own uses.
Attributes and XML
XML attributes describe your elements and are just as important as they are in HTML.
Converting an XML File to be Well-Formed
Learn how to convert a basic XML document into something that is Well-Formed and valid. Valid and Well-Formed XML is important so that your XML works where it's supposed to work.
Who Uses XML?
XML is used for many different things, from documentation to database manipulation and more. Understanding how XML is used in applications across the Web is important if you're going to begin using it yourself.
Origin and Design Goals for XML
The ten design goals for XML and what they mean.
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