By the end of this course, learners will be able to explain XPath fundamentals, construct accurate XPath expressions, identify and navigate XML nodes, apply correct XPath syntax, and use XPath axes to traverse complex XML and HTML document structures effectively.

Master XPath Fundamentals for XML Navigation

Master XPath Fundamentals for XML Navigation
This course is part of Master XPath Querying for XML and Automation Specialization

Instructor: EDUCBA
Access provided by Chula Engineering
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What you'll learn
Explain XPath fundamentals, syntax rules, node types, and expression structure.
Construct accurate XPath expressions using attributes, text, functions, and conditions.
Apply XPath axes to navigate and traverse complex XML and HTML document structures.
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces the fundamental concepts of XPath, enabling learners to understand XML structure, write basic XPath expressions, and identify different node types and relationships essential for navigating XML and HTML documents.
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7 videos4 assignments
This module builds on foundational knowledge by focusing on XPath syntax rules, text and attribute handling, and the use of axes to efficiently navigate complex XML hierarchies in real-world scenarios.
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