A couple weeks ago, I received an email from Chris Coyier, of CSS-Tricks, containing a review copy of his recently released “Digging into WordPress” e-book. Expecting it to be more of a mini-book, I nonchalantly told him that I’d post a review that Friday; little did I know that this was a full-fledged book, packed full of knowledge.
Update: Winners Announced
Congratulations to the following three readers who were randomly selected!
If your name is listed above, please contact nettuts@tutsplus.com to claim your prize!
“Written by WordPress veterans Chris Coyier and Jeff Starr, Digging into WordPress is 400+ jam-packed pages of everything you need to get the most out of WordPress. WordPress is great right out of the box, but unless you want an ordinary vanilla blog, it is essential to understand the full potential of WordPress and have the right tools to get the job done.”
Those of you who read CSS-Tricks will be well aware that Chris writes in a very easy-to-understand fashion. Rather than flooding each article with high-level jargon that only the most knowledgeable of us can understand, he instead dumbs each article down to the fundamentals – even to the point of being honest enough to convey when he doesn’t quite understand the reasoning behind some line of code.
As a result, he’s built a wonderful community and reputation for himself in the last few years. This book, co-written with Jeff Starr, is no different: straight-forward, easy-to-understand, and simple.
Simple Learning
Thanks to the use of fun, and helpful illustrations, even those who are brand new to WordPress will be able to dig their heals in — with minimal confusion.
The 400 page ebook covers everything from navigating the admin panel, to creating a comments form, to even more advanced topics like plugin development. And though it’s generally good practice to point out a few negatives in one’s review, it’s difficult to do so when a book is such a pleasure to read.
Heart of a Teacher
Chris and Jeff, in this book, have proven that they have the hearts of teachers. Even for intermediate to advanced WordPressers, there’s something to be learned — and at $27, the purchase is a no-brainer!
“Digging into WordPress is perfect for WordPress users in the beginner to intermediate range, but contains plenty of great information for the advanced user as well. If you have any level of experience working with web design or WordPress, this book is written to help you take WordPress to the next level.”
400 Pages of Practical Information
“There is much to learn about the World’s most popular publishing platform.
From your first steps of learning about WordPress all the way through
maintaining a site throughout the years, this book is packed with truly
practical information.”
Lots of Code Samples
“We go into depth about the anatomy of a WordPress theme. How they work, and how
to write the code you need to do the things you want. This means real code that
you can sink your teeth into, as well as copy and paste. Beyond theme
building, we introduce many tricks your functions.php file can pull off and show
you ways to increase performance and security through HTAccess.”
What About the Free Copies!?
Chris has generously offered to give away a few copies to our community. To enter, simply leave a comment, and be sure to check back on Friday to see if you were randomly chosen!
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I need to pick up a (virtual) copy. It looks like a great read. Both authors are talented individuals.
I’d like to have one of those !!!
Sounds great. I’m in!
free copy! w00t! :)
damn 1000+ comments , Chris coyier book is the bomb! …..
I want to have it. Im still newbie in wordpress. please please please
I would love to have one copy free..!!!
and congratulation to the winners.. :)
Congrats to all the winners! :)
This book sounds interesting :)
Hey, I ‘m also in to win. Thanx.
looks awesome!
Chris Coyier & Jeff Starr.
Some very interesting and insightful thoughts. I like this. because i have a blog about flowers too ^_^
I had read this book and love it very much. Chris and Jeff Starr’ is a real deal and their book is just awesome. I had wrote a review of Digging Into WordPress at http://www.internetgeeks.org/blog/the-wordpress-book-behind-this-blog-awesomeness/ .
Let me know what you think about this review.
Warm Regards,
Azad Shaikh
I had been looking for a ebook on wordpress and i search end when i found Digging Into WordPress. I had enjoy reading it and also wrote a review on my blog http://www.internetgeeks.org/blog/the-wordpress-book-behind-this-blog-awesomeness/ .
Let me know what you think about this review.
Thank your share, I want it also….
I’d like to have the ebook too :) Love wordpress and would be happy to read and learn more about it
I’m in!
The WordPress book sounds very cool!
Would also like a copy of this, free or paid.
w00t w00t for the freebies – gotta love Nettuts!
I think your site is acting up. How come all these old posts are showing on the main page?
Stop being on the frontpage ya stupid oldpost!
I am very sure that this ebook is going to play a pivotal role in giving us an indepth coverage of the Great CMS ::: WORDPRESS. Three cheers :)
I’d like a copy for sure!
in it to win it… seems like a real helpful book!! :)
I’m aweb desiner and I found some problems , this book is the best way to study wordpress
I hope than I win this book , or I will buy it. thanks for you.
i would like a free copy :D
I could realy use a copy, im just getting started with wordpress and i can use help
That’s sweet! I’m just diving into theme development now and this would be perfect timing!!
THe book is awsome. I wish i could win it. Thanks to Chris about this awsome book
Great! I could use this for my new blog I’m starting!
Cool, I’m in !
The one thing I’ve yet to find will find me… but if i had the choice i would love to get this book…. thumbs up to Chris and Net Tuts too!
I’d love to get a copy!
:la:
if you give me the book, I will provide free healthcare in the united states. :-)
Thank your share, I want it also….
I’d like to have the ebook too Love wordpress and would be happy to read and learn more about it
Just started up a WordPress User group in Thailand and we are also teaching highschool children how to make a website as part of an English language course. English books are expensive for most Thais, so we would love to have your book for our library.