Macromedia Flash MX 2004 Demystified

Written by a trio of interactive design pros and published by the folks behind the software, this guide is the place to turn when you¹re ready to move beyond the manual and leverage all of Flash MX 2004¹s power to solve real-world problems. Through a combination of straightforward explanations and hands-on exercises, you¹ll learn about such key topics as accessing external data sources, publishing in various formats, and creating elegant and effective ActionScripts. Best of all, the authors share their inside knowledge of Flash MX 2004¹s newest features: essential ActionScript 2.0 commands and standards, expanded support for rich media, a streamlined user interface, new Timeline Effects and Behaviors, and more. The companion CD includes all of the files you need to complete the book¹s lessons. So what are you waiting for? Get this book and start getting flashy with your dynamic, interactive Web sites.