XSLT

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Have you ever needed to convert documents from XML to HTML or between different XML vocabularies? Extensible Stylesheet Transformations (XSLT) serve as a vital bridge for these conversions. This resource demonstrates how to effectively use XSLT for a variety of tasks, providing examples that illustrate different techniques and offer working code for exploration and modification. Originally intended for page layout, XSLT has evolved into a key technology for developers handling XML. Through clear and engaging explanations, the book presents XSLT as a versatile translation tool, a means for reorganizing document content, and a way to generate multiple outputs (such as HTML, VRML, and SVG) from the same source. While XSLT is immensely beneficial, it can be challenging for newcomers due to its XML-based template syntax and the unique interpretation of "variables" compared to procedural languages. The book guides readers from basic transformations to advanced techniques, emphasizing the interaction of XSLT templates. It also covers XPath, a crucial companion standard, and delves into extension functions across various XSLT processors. With numerous examples, the book illustrates how to generate a wide range of target document types, including HTML, SVG, JPEG, Java source code, and XSLT stylesheets.