Instant Macromedia Flash 5 [Paperback]

Jim R., Jr. Caldwell (Author), Samuel Wan (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 22, 2001 | Series: Instant (Osborne)

Aimed at intermediate/advanced-level Web developers, this reference gives real-world, hands-on projects supplemented by practical explanations by the author. The guide also offers a complete review of Flash 5.0's features and functionality.

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From the Back Cover

The Ultimate Collection of Ready-to-Use Code and Expert Techniques

Take Flash further with this full disclosure of operational features, application development possibilities, and software functionality. Instant Macromedia Flash 5 offers intermediate to advanced users an overflowing cache of in-depth information -- plus 15 ready-to-run solutions, which can be inserted as-is or further customized. Specific projects teach valuable Flash functions and technical intricacies that can be applied in virtually millions of ways. From determining client requirements to designing and executing a fully-operational Web site, this information-packed resource will help you excel at Flash development.

Master motion and animation development Simulate MP3 capabilities and synch sound Scale, store, and recycle graphics Easily edit text, sound, movies, and animation Formulate advanced ActionScript Storyboard animation to plan production Position and manipulate movie clips Work with JavaScript, XML, and other technologies Reduce file size with streaming and controlling properties

On the value-packed CD-ROM:

Ready-to-use Web development solutions All source code used throughout the book

About the Author

Jim R. Caldwell, Jr. is a self-taught Web designer and multimedia technician. His dedication to cutting-edge Flash design has propelled him into the upper echelon of Flash developers. Jim is setting a standard for how design theory is cohesively integrated into motion and web design. As a moderator of two on-line Flash resource sites, he advises and addresses questions related to all aspects of Flash and media design. Jim's banner Web site, innovativefx.com, won two awards within the first week of its launch and has been lauded as one of the most innovative sites on the Web.

Product Details

• Paperback: 512 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies (August 22, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0072131446
• ISBN-13: 978-0072131444
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.3 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,693,653 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great piece of work!, November 29, 2001

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"capa_germany" (Hamburg, Germany) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Instant Macromedia Flash 5 (Paperback)

"Instant Macromedia Flash 5" is written for webdesigners/programmers who
already know the basics of Flash (drawing, actionscripting...) and want
to start over to advanced topics.
The book is divided into several "real world" examples such as building
an MP3 player or constructing a game in Flash so the reader can
jump into the chapter he likes best or which fits his needs most.
The chapters themselves are built up as step by step instructions which
are written very clear and have screenshots where necesarry. Even if you
cannot get your own work running during the reading and working through
a chapter you can still have a look at the flash project files provided
on the CD to see what you did wrong.
Although it is possible to jump through the chapters nonlinear chapter 1,
"Designing in Flash" should definitely be a must for all readers because
it helps avoiding mistakes in design others already did an learned from.
The book has a really useful index that helps you locate the information
you need in your work.
All in all this is a great lecture for everyone who wants to learn how
to create advanced flash movie content and already knows the basics.
The only thing that could be improved is the paper of the cover that tends
to split into cardboard and coating when used in the daily work.

4.0 out of 5 stars Definitely a good Flash title to have..., November 26, 2002

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Christopher Figat (Webster, TX USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Instant Macromedia Flash 5 (Paperback)

This is a nicely written book covering a variety of areas, and its really nice to see a chapter about actual graphic design in a Flash book too. Its really well-done as a step-by-step book for users who have an understanding of Flash that are wanting to jump to the next level and use Flash for more than just your basic point-and-click movie. Nice job guys!

1 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just what i Needed, November 29, 2001

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Jeffrey S Johnson (Windham, NH United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Instant Macromedia Flash 5 (Paperback)

This book is for people like me that need to know exactly how things are done , step by step and line by line. There is a huge cross-section of things covered in this book, and every bit of it is described fully and presented in a way that you can put right into use.
All flash books should be like this, it is a keeper, & a great gift for that talented web person you know who could benefit from the kick-start this book gives.