Overview
What the book covers: Flash ActionScript 'X' For Dummies covers the essentials of creating interactive, animated content using the scripting language associated with Flash.
Updated coverage of the new version: This fully updated edition covers all the changes to the scripting interface and language that come with Flash 'X'.
Series features: Features to-the-point explanations and step-by-step instructions that have made Dummies the choice for readers around the globe.
ABOUT THE CD-ROM The CD includes author-created material including all examples used in the book as well as a fully functional Flash ActionScript application. The disc also contains programs to augment ActionScript including trials of Macromedia Fireworks, Dreamweaver, and Freehand as well as sample lessons.
Synopsis
Build animated buttons, shopping carts, jukeboxes, and more!
Turn your creations into awesome interactive applications - just add ActionScript!
ActionScript lets you take Macromedia Flash MX to a new level of interactivity. But how do you get the hang of all those objects, functions, operators, and new enhancements? Don't worry! With the tips and tutorials in this friendly reference, you'll be creating mouse chasers, scrolling text blocks, and online quiz games in no time.
All this on the bonus CD-ROM
* ActionScript tutorial lessons, artwork, examples, sound files, bonus content and more
* Demo versions of ActionScript tools, including SWfx for animated text and Swift 3D for creating 3D objects
System requirements: PC running Windows 98 or later; Power Macintosh running System 9.1 or later. See the About the CD appendix for details and complete system requirements.
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