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Get up and running on the newest version of ActionScript, which is included with Flash CS3. If you are new to ActionScript 3.0, this series shows you how to make your Flash applications more dynamic by using the scripting language to add interactivity and control effects. If you are already familiar with ActionScript 2 from Flash 7 or 8, our video tutorials help you make the switch with minimum effort with updates about the new changes in naming, syntax and Class structure.
Note: If you would like to learn how to use ActionScript 1 or 2, we have two series that cover these topics. While these tutorials are demonstrated in Flash 8 Pro, your applications still work just as well with Flash CS3 Professional:
Highlights
Review the Panel basics in ActionScript 3 and see how to set up the ActionScript preferences, using the Reference Library and the Script Selection panel. Learn how to use dot syntax notation and how to write ActionScript 3 structures, and find out how to debug them when things go wrong. Discover how to use properties and methods for ActionScript 3 built in classes for complete control of MovieClips, TextFields and Sounds. Build event handlers for ActionScript 3 built-in classes to add interactivity and respond to both user generated events as well as program events like sounds and data loading. Make and use your own custom classes so you can modify existing classes like custom buttons, and get more reusability from your applications and animated MovieClips. 
This course is PC and MAC compatible
What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?
No previous web development skills are required to register for this study programme.
How long will this course take to complete?
This course consists of approximately 8.5 hours of beginner to advanced study
Is there a time limit for completion?
Absolutely not.! Take as long as necessary.
What exactly is included in the cost of my course?
You will receive:
- 2 tutorial DVDs
- A4 ring binder
- Mousemat
- Stationery pack
- Unlimited email support. Mon- Fri
This course comes complete in a college bag for easy transportation
Do I need any additional materials?
You will need FLASH CS3 installed on your PC.
Format:
This course is issued in DVD format
What is the course syllabus?
Lesson 1: ACTIONSCRIPT 3 BASICS (69 min) 1. Looking at Basic Preferences 2. Using the Actions Panel 3. Placing ActionScript 4. Writing Code 5. Understanding Syntax & Error Messages 6. Understanding Variables 7. Datatyping Variables 8. Using Functions 9. Adding an Argument to a Function 10. Creating a Return Function 11. Naming Stage Elements 12. Introducing Dot Syntax 13. Using Functions to Control Movie Clips
Lesson 2: INTRO TO OBJECT-ORIENTED PROGRAMMING (76 min) 1. Understand the Structure of a Reusable Object 2. Defining a Movie Clip Object 3. Understanding Classes 4. Understanding the Inheritance Class 5. Using the Movie Clip Class 6. Using Movie Clip Properties 7. Using Movie Clip Methods 8. Working with the Button Class 9. Creating an Event Handler 10. Assigning Buttons with Reusable Functions 11. Setting Events to a Button Object 12. Using a Click Event with a Movie Clip 13. Working with the Text Field Class 14. Using the Date Class
Lesson 3: USING DOT SYNTAX (48 min) 1. Basic Timeline Controls 2. Using Movie Clip Methods 3. Understanding Dot Syntax 4. Creating Nested Movie Clips 5. Unique Instance Names 6. Setting the Correct Path for Buttons 7. Setting a Path for Other Script Locations 8. Understanding the "This" Keyword 9. Use the "This" Keyword to Control Movie Clips
Lesson 4: BUILDING A FLASH SITE (84 min) 1. Setting Up Buttons to Go from Black & White to Color 2. Building Custom Buttons Using Movie Clips 3. Add a gotoAndPlay Method to Move a Playhead 4. Adding Frame Labels 5. Setting Up Additional Buttons 6. Adding a Click Event Handler 7. Reusing Click Events 8. Adding "If" Statements 9. Setting Up a Function to Control Visible Properties 10. Adding an "Else If" Statement 11. Using Arrays 12. Using a "For Loop" Structure 13. Using Arrays to Set Up Thumb Clicks 14. Using Arrays to Set Up Thumbnails 15. Final Comments & Credits |
Part 2 Lesson 1: CONTROLLING SOUND WITH ACTIONSCRIPT (62 min) 1. Explaining the Sound Class 2. Loading an External Sound 3. Handling Errors from a Loading Sound 4. Using a Complete Event 5. Setting Up a Stop Button 6. Setting Up a Play Button 7. Setting Up a Pause Button 8. Setting Up a Replay Button 9. Setting Up a Second Sound 10. Adding Functions to a Second Sound 11. Using the Transform Class 12. Using the SoundMixer Class 13. Controlling the Volume Levels 14. Controlling the Volume Loader Bar
Lesson 2: USING VIDEO WITH ACTIONSCRIPT (58 min) 1. Review ActionScript 2 with Flash Video Component 2. Flash Video Playback with ActionScript 3 3. Controlling Flash Video with ActionScript 3 4. Setting Up Our Own Controller 5. Applying Additional Controls 6. Customizing UI Elements 7. Creating Your Own Controls 8. Testing the Skin 9. Automatic Closed Captioning
Lesson 3: CREATING CUSTOM CLASSES (48 min) 1. Creating an External ActionScript File 2. Adding a Constructor 3. Adding Properties to the New Class 4. Adding Arguments to the New Constructor 5. Adding a Method to the Class 6. Understanding Packages 7. Expanding an Existing Class 8. Attach a Class to a Library Item Using Linkage 9. Using Class to Control the Library Item 10. Adding a Rollover Event 11. Building the Event Handler into the Class
Lesson 4: BUILDING WITH CUSTOM CLASSES (60 min) 1. Touring the Site 2. Building a Website Class 3. Creating a Set Up Content Method 4. Add a Clear Content Method to Website Class 5. Setting Up a Button Class 6. Creating a Set Up Buttons Method 7 Using Tween & Easing Classes 8. Adding Tween to Zoom Button Class 9. Setting Up Button Clicks 10. Linking the Buttons to the Content 11. Final Comments & Credits What are the career opportunities and salary potential when working in this field? |
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