This eBook publishing course is an introduction to creating and distributing eBooks in various formats (PDF, EPUB) and for different devices (desktop, web, mobile). The course utilises Adobe InDesign and eBook tools along with XML in the workshop examples. The course covers the creation of EPUB and Kindle compatible formatted documents.
Essentials
Course Information
In this course you learn how to create eBooks and use various testing tools to ensure that eBooks display as expected on various devices.
Duration
1 Days
Cost
£395 +VAT
Schedule
Prerequisites
Before taking this course, students should be familiar with the basic functions of their computer’s operating system.
Additional Notes
Courses can be run on Windows and Macintosh platforms and tailored to meet customers’ requirements.
Courses run in Edinburgh and at client sites in Glasgow, Scotland and throughout the UK.
Exams
NA
Course Outline
eBook Publishing Essentials
Introduction
- eBook examples
- Application of eBook technology
Popular Publishing Formats
- SWF
- HTML
- EPUB
- Other
Device Considerations
- Desktop
- Web
- Mobile
eBook Workshop
1. Utilising PDF for the creation and distribution of eBooks
- Creating
- Adding Interactivity
- Adding audio, video and Flash
- Security & Permissions
2. Creating eBooks with Adobe InDesign
- EPUB Structure
- Adding text & Images
- Formatting content
- ePUB Readers
3. Creating eBooks for Kindle Devices
- Kindle eBooks
- Previewing Kindle eBooks
- Resources
4. Creating Content for Mobile Devices
- eBooks for smartphones & tablet devices
- Supported formats
- Examples
5. Working with XML
- What is XML?
- Utilising XML for eBook creation
- An XML Workflow explained
- Utilising XML
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