Val's Blog "A very useful field guide specifically written for developers into the trenches ... waiting for the killer solution ..." Book Description Web users are getting tired of the traditional web experience. Once users have experienced Ajax interface, they hate to go back. Ajax is new way of thinking that can produce flowing and intuitive interaction with the user. Ajax in Action helps you implement that thinking - it explains how to distribute the application between the client and the server (hint: use a "nested MVC" design) while retaining the integrity of the system. If you are a web developer who has previous experience with web technologies, this book is for you. What's Inside - Ajax principles - Why Ajax design patterns matter - How to avoid Ajax pitfalls - Examples of Ajax in action: type-ahead shows, live search using XSL, and more. - Examples using Ajax frameworks: Prototype, Scriptaculous, x and Rico - Ajax usability, security, and performance