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XML Training course E-learning

In this XML e-learning course you will learn to create structured XML documents, build DTDs and schemas, and validate and transform them with XSLT. You work at your own pace, with a year's access.

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  • Structured data readable by humans and machines
  • Building your own XML schemas and DTDs
  • A year's access to all the course material
  • XSLTs for transformation to HTML and text
  • Valid documents thanks to thorough checking

In this e-learning course you get acquainted with XML in roughly 8 hours. You learn to create well-structured XML documents, build basic DTDs and schemas and validate documents. Access for a year, so you set your own pace.

Description

In this XML e-learning course you will learn to record structured data in a format that is readable for both people and machines. You will work on well-formed XML documents and discover how to add meaning to information using elements and attributes, something that is not possible with HTML alone.

You are introduced to basic DTDs and simple XML schemas, and you learn to validate XML documents. You also work with XSLT to transform XML into text, HTML or another XML structure. The difference between HTML and XHTML is clearly covered as part of this.

The course takes roughly 8 hours and is in English. After activation you have access for a year, so you can work through and repeat the videos, lectures, quizzes and exercises at your own pace.

Topics

This e-learning course covers topics including:

  • Creating well-formed XML documents
  • The difference between HTML and XHTML
  • Creating basic DTDs
  • Building simple XML schemas
  • Validating XML documents against DTDs and XML schemas
  • Creating simple XSLTs to transform XML documents into text, HTML or other XML structures
  • Storing and exchanging data in a structured way over the internet

Result

After this e-learning course you can create well-structured XML documents and read and interpret them. You build basic DTDs and simple XML schemas, and you validate XML documents against them. You know the difference between HTML and XHTML and how to store and exchange data in a format that both people and machines understand. You also create simple XSLTs to convert XML into text, HTML or another XML structure.

Target audience

This e-learning course is intended for developers, web builders, content specialists and data professionals who work with structured data. It is also a good fit if you come from an HTML background and want to make the step to XML. A basic knowledge of HTML and general web technology is useful, but not a strict requirement.

Teaching method

You follow this course entirely online, whenever it suits you. Through videos, lectures, quizzes and practical exercises you work through the material at your own pace. You will need around 8 hours to complete everything, and you retain access to the material for up to a year after activation. This means you can review sections at your leisure and redo exercises.

Prior knowledge

No specific prior knowledge is required for this e-learning course. Basic experience with computers and some feel for mark-up languages such as HTML are useful, but not a requirement. You work through the material at your own pace.

Comments

English-language e-learning course, approximately 8 hours of study. Available for up to a year after activation, so you can work through and repeat the videos, quizzes and exercises at your own pace.

Practical information

Education level
Suitable for all levels
Preparation time
None
Included
Course materials
Certificate
At the end of the course you will receive a certificate of attendance

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Frequently asked questions

How long does the XML e-learning course take and how long do I have access?
The XML e-learning course takes roughly 8 hours and you have access to the course material for up to a year after activation. You set your own pace and can repeat videos, lectures, quizzes and exercises as often as you like. Handy if you want to work through the material in several sessions or look something up again later for your work.
What is the difference between XML and HTML?
XML and HTML look similar, but they serve a different purpose. HTML is intended to format text and pages for display in a browser. XML structures data based on meaning, such as a person's name, a date or a telephone number. This allows you to use XML to store, exchange and validate data between systems. In the e-learning course you also learn the difference between HTML and XHTML.
Which topics are covered in the online XML course?
In the XML e-learning course you learn to create well-formed XML documents, build basic DTDs and set up simple XML schemas. You validate XML documents against DTDs and schemas, and you learn to write simple XSLTs to convert XML into text, HTML or other XML structures. The difference between HTML and XHTML is also covered in detail.
Is the XML e-learning course suitable for beginners and what prior knowledge do I need?
The XML e-learning course is suitable for beginners who want to learn the basics of XML. You do not need any specific prior knowledge of XML, but some experience with HTML or web technology is an advantage. You work at your own pace through videos, lectures, quizzes and exercises. The course is in English, so a reasonable command of English is useful in order to follow the explanations properly.
Do I receive a certificate after completing the XML e-learning course?
Yes, after successfully completing the XML e-learning course you receive a certificate of participation. This certificate shows that you can produce well-formed XML documents, build basic DTDs and simple XML schemas, and validate XML documents. It is a valuable addition to your CV or LinkedIn profile and shows employers that you have knowledge of XML structures.
Can you follow the XML e-learning course at your own pace?
Yes, you follow the XML e-learning course entirely at your own pace. You have access for one year after activation, so you decide when and where you learn. You can rewatch videos and lectures, and you can take the quizzes and exercises as often as you like. Ideal if you want to take in the material across several sessions.
When should you choose an XML e-learning course rather than a classroom course or self-study from a book?
An e-learning course makes sense if you need flexibility and want to work through the material at your own pace. You get a year's access, so you can repeat videos, quizzes and exercises until it sticks. The total study load is about 8 hours, comparable to a classroom day, but without travel time or a fixed date. Compared with pure self-study from a book, here you have interactive exercises and immediate feedback through quizzes, so you can check more quickly whether you really understand the syntax of elements, attributes, DTDs and XSLT. A classroom course makes more sense if you want to ask a trainer questions or discuss complex schemas with a group. Please note that this e-learning course is in English.
What can you actually make or build after the XML e-learning course?
On completion you will be able to produce four types of artefact yourself. First, well-formed XML documents with correct syntax for elements and attributes. Second, basic DTDs (Document Type Definitions) with which you define the structure of an XML document. Third, simple XML schemas (XSD) as a more modern validation layer. Fourth, simple XSLT transformations that convert an XML document into text, HTML or another XML structure. In addition, you will be able to validate XML documents against both DTDs and schemas, and you will know the difference between HTML and XHTML. The course is practice-oriented: you apply every concept in quizzes and exercises that you can repeat for up to a year after activation. The level is basic to early intermediate, no XSLT experts or complex namespaces.
Which type of professional is this XML e-learning course actually intended for, and when is it worthwhile to follow it?
The XML e-learning course is aimed at developers, web designers, data engineers and technical consultants who work with structured data. Think of situations where you connect systems, read configuration files, or exchange data between applications via XML formats such as SOAP, RSS or office documents (DOCX and XLSX are XML internally). BI specialists and testers who need to validate XML payloads will also benefit. The course is useful if you need to read, format and validate XML documents against a DTD or XML schema, and if you want to learn transformations with XSLT. For anyone who only occasionally opens an XML file, documentation will suffice. For anyone who works with XML on a structural basis or wants to explore data exchange in more depth, this course of approximately 8 hours provides a workable foundation.
What is the difference between a DTD and an XML schema, and do I learn both in this e-learning course?
Yes, this e-learning course covers both. A DTD (Document Type Definition) is the older way of defining the structure of an XML document: which elements may occur, in what order and with which attributes. An XML schema (XSD) does the same thing, but is itself written in XML and supports data types such as date, number or text with a fixed length. This allows for stricter validation. In practice, you choose a DTD for simple documents and an XSD when you exchange data between systems that require type checking. In the e-learning course you create basic DTDs and simple XML schemas, and you validate XML documents against both. That way you see the difference in application, not just in theory.
Is this English-language XML e-learning course a problem if my English is not fluent?
The course is in English, with videos, lectures, quizzes and exercises in English. In practice this is perfectly manageable if you can read technical English at B1/B2 level, because the vocabulary around XML, DTD, schemas and XSLT is international and consists largely of English technical terms that you also come across in Dutch practice. You can pause and replay videos, and the course remains available for up to a year after activation, so you do not have to keep up with a set pace. If you have doubts about your English, the choice is mainly a practical one: opt for the e-learning course if you want to work independently and at your own pace, or consider a classroom XML course in Dutch if you would rather be able to ask a trainer questions.
How does XML compare to JSON, and is it still worthwhile learning XML in 2025?
XML and JSON are both formats for exchanging structured data, but they have different strengths. JSON is more compact and popular in modern web APIs. XML is more extensive and offers validation via DTDs and XML schemas, namespaces and transformation via XSLT. This is why XML remains the standard in domains where strict validation and interoperability matter: government messaging, financial reporting (XBRL), publishing workflows (DocBook, DITA), SOAP web services, configuration files and fields such as healthcare and logistics. If you work with these systems, knowledge of XML is still relevant. In approximately 8 hours, this e-learning course teaches you the basics: creating well-formed documents, drawing up DTDs and schemas, validating and building XSLT transformations. This enables you to assess both XML and JSON sources and choose whichever suits your use case.

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