CSS/Javascript (or JQuery) tutorials on combo box and Facebook-like Message composer

Question

Hi Guys,

1) I want to redesign a combo box using CSS and (minimal or none if necessary) javascript. I was wondering if there are good tutorials out there you've come across that can help me with it.

2) For Facebook users, you are aware that you can type 1 or more recipients on the address bar and it'll create a "button" around the user. How does Facebook do it? Is there any tutorials out there?

3) How to do autocomplete dropdown box in Javascript?

Thanks in advance.

Answer 1

1) You will need to use some javascript. I'd suggested getting familiar with jquery. http://www.reynoldsftw.com/2009/03/11-jquery-plugins-to-enhance-html-dropdowns/ should give you what you need to get started.

2) I've copied this feature myself...and its not easy. I don't know of any tutorials out there. But I'll tell you that it utilizes autocomplete.

3) http://docs.jquery.com/Plugins/Autocomplete should do it for you. Once again: use jQuery.