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In practical step-by-step workshops, the authors explain how to create striking effects and animations with Flash. Topics include using the Bitmap class for particle effects and fluid simulations, physically correct bouncing balls, random animations and 3D image galleries.
Seven additional sections cover foundations needed for the workshops: object-oriented programming, 3D, Adobe AIR, Flash Remoting, XML, BitmapData, DisplayList and attachMovie. The accompanying DVD includes ActionScript 3 video lessons, a 30-day trial of Flash CS3, and all examples as FLA and SWF files.
The book is aimed at experienced Flash users who already understand the software and ActionScript. Its well-structured presentation, including a section on dynamic content illustrated with a guestbook, also makes it relevant to professional users.
Flash Fast Forward
Sönke Kluth, Frederik Schricker, Philipp Kyeck, Aron Woost
Galileo Design
472 pages with DVD
€39.90, ISBN 978-3-8362-1065-2
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