Adobe Atmosphere Bible (With CD-ROM) (Paperback)

by Kelly L. Murdock (Author) "For this Quick Start, I wanted to create a world based on the theme of a computer..." (more)
Key Phrases: object inspector palette, anchored textures, mtx file, Variable Tools, Atmosphere Builder, Axis Reference (more...)

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Product Description
The first comprehensive reference tutorial on Adobe Atmosphere. A Quick start will have you creating your first 3D world as soon as they open the book. This book covers everything you need to know to get started with this brand-new software. The Adobe Atmosphere Bible starts by showing readers how to browse 3D worlds using the Atmosphere Browser plug-in. Then it will show how to create 3D worlds and make them interactive using Atmosphere Builder. Finally it will discuss how to use the Atmosphere Community Server to enable users to chat in real time.

From the Back Cover
"A very valuable resource for those getting started in the Atmosphere universe and for advanced users who want to hone their skills." —Michael R. Kaplan, Senior Engineering Manager, Atomosphere, Adobe Systems, Inc.

If Adobe Atmosphere can do it, you can do it too . . .

Designed expressly to create 3D worlds on the Web, Adobe Atmosphere offers unprecedented power, flexibility, and intuitive ease of use. This comprehensive book tells you how to put this innovative software to work for 3D communities, games, online showrooms, virtual tours, and more. A Quick Start guide and numerous tutorials cover everything from creating and positioning objects to building avatars, and help you become one of the first to explore the endless possibilities of 3D virtual worlds.

Inside, youll find complete coverage of Adobe Atmosphere

• Master the concepts and principles of 3D space
• Create and position objects, then add colors, textures, and backgrounds
• Light your online worlds effectively to add realism and mood
• Navigate 3D space using different entry points and portals
• Import and export textures, objects, and screenshots
• Use JavaScript to add sound, control objects, and react to user events
• Build unique avatars to represent yourself and your visitors
• Test and troubleshoot your world, then publish it online

Bonus CD-ROM

• Tryout versions of Adobe software, including Atmosphere Browser, GoLive, LiveMotion, and Illustrator
• 3D graphics tools, including Viewpoint Datalab 3D Models, Viewpoint Scene Builder, PolyTrans Scene, and more
• trueSpace 5.1 and Reptile demo versions
• All examples from the book

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Product Details

• Paperback: 600 pages
• Publisher: Wiley (March 1, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0764536419
• ISBN-13: 978-0764536410
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.6 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,363,523 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Save your money!, April 18, 2002

By	Sandra (Raleigh, NC United States) - See all my reviews

The help files that come with the Atmosphere builder are infinitely better than this book. Unless you are a total newbie to the world of computers in general, there is nothing worthwhile about this book.

I quote from page 116... "If you play around in Builder and create something that is really cool, you had better learn to save the world or all your effort will be in vain when the computer is reset. Saving worlds and opening them later for more work is where working with files comes in." well, duh...

A lot of the stuff in the book is already obsolete. I was hoping for some decent information and tips about exporting from 3DsMax, but there were only about two paragraphs detailing the now obsolete way to get objects into the builder. (They now have an exporter)

Maybe it's just pointless to write a book about a beta version product, but I also think the author didn't really try very hard either. It was apparent from the "Notes" sections that he wasn't very impressed with Atmosphere, so maybe he was just "going through the motions" and getting this one out of the way. I agree that there are some major problems with Atmosphere, but on the other hand, I am very excited about the future possibilities.

My best suggestion if you need atmosphere help would be to get it from a place like atmospherians.com or other currently updated online forums.

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful Book, July 16, 2002

By	Bruce Neubauer (Tampa, FL USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I needed help with how to create a sign or a picture in a virtual space. This book has useful illustrations and reads well. I worked through some things using the beta version of Atmosphere prior to buying this book. If I I known, I would have bought this book sooner and saved some time.

5.0 out of 5 stars This book makes Atmosphere as easy as checking the weather, June 22, 2002

By	Chris Murdock (Orem, Utah United States) - See all my reviews

The clear, concise, yet understandable style of this author presented a very learnable atmosphere (excuse the pun) for me to figure out how to use this product. After getting the hang of it, it is very fun to use.