Like to build websites in the wild with your MacBook? This concise hands-on guide introduces you to the ideal editor: Coda 2. Rather than clutter your screen with shell access, a separate CSS editor, and a version control app, you’ll discover how Coda’s "one-window web development" bundles everything into one neat application. Take Coda on a trial run, then learn step-by-step how to configure each feature to fit your working style. You’ll find out firsthand how Coda will save you time and effort on your next project.

• Get to know Coda’s workflow by building a sample site


• Delve into features such as the tab bar, path bar, sidebar, and Sites view


• Set up your own development environment—and dig deeper into the editor’s options


• Get tips for taking full advantage of the text and MySQL editors


• Create a Git or Subversion repository for source control management


• Learn the finer points of sharing project documents across a network


• Discover the built-in reference books, and learn how to extend Coda