Free eBooks & Podcasts for Web Developers & UX Engineers
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About Gratis Library
The Web development community is a very inclusive group; always building fresh resources to help teach the next generation all the latest languages, frameworks, and cutting edge techniques. Gratis Library is a curated list that specializes in the free eBooks and podcasts you can read and listen to on the go to improve your skillset.
All of the eBooks in the library have been made available from the author without cost. A few require signing up for a newsletter or sending a tweet or something before you can access the PDF though these are clearly identified as such. Some eBooks come in different formats like online only (HTML), PDF, ePub, etc. The podcasts are free both to stream and download. Some have RSS or iTunes feeds covering their entire catalog. Several of the podcasts have been archived (discontinued), however the content is still considered relevant or interesting so they have been included in the list. Both eBooks and Podcasts provide a link to the contents homepage and hope that you support the author.
License Agreement
This license aims to be as straight forward as possible; no jargon, no lengthy prose, just plain English! So let's get started. First, this website links to a lot of third party websites with hopefully good quality content; however, when you click any link, I cease to be responsible or liable for what other peoples sites do or say - so take care when browsing.
Second, all of the eBooks included have been checked (to the best of my ability) to be free of piracy issues (everything linked to should be free because the author wishes it so). If you find a link that shouldn't be there, contact me immediately and it'll be taken down as soon as possible. If you find dead, or moved links, the same rules also apply.
Third, all of the content linked to should be of a certain quality. If the site hosting it is poor, or if the eBook or show itself is bad - say missing lots of episodes or trying to upsell you or giving outdated practices; it won't be included. That being said, old content with historic or practical usefulness will be included. Years of publication will be given.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I add a missing eBook or Podcast missing to your catalog?
Currently, the easiest way to contribute is to email your submission and I'll review the title to ensure it meets the quality standards for the site. Remember: it can't be spam-like, it must be truely free, and it should be worth reading or listening too!
Are you planning to add another source of free useful content?
At the moment, I'm sticking to free eBooks and Podcasts as that's what I tend to read and listen to myself on a regular basis; it keeps me up-to-date and learn interesting new viewpoints on industry subjects. Maybe in the future I'll revisit this subject if I get time.
How often do you add new eBooks and Podcasts to the list?
I plan to roll out updates whenever I come across fresh titles on the Web. With the initial release of the app I already have quite an extensive collection of both eBooks (750+) and Podcasts (100+), so you'll find a wealth of content already available for you to enjoy.