Robert Penner's Programming Macromedia Flash MX - Paperback

by Robert Penner (Author)

Aims to reveal the programming and design concepts behind the author's creations. This book showcases his work that merges maths and design with Flash. It gives a look at his approach to design which incorporates advanced ActionScript programming and helps you discover techniques associated with some of the interactive designs.

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Gives Macromedia Flash developers the foundational best-practice OOP examples they've been craving for years. New and experienced OOP programmers will appreciate Penner's reassuring hand. --Colin Moock, Author of "ActionScript: The Definitive Guide

Robert Penner--a renowned ActionScript innovator--shares his extensive insights into the world of Macromedia Flash programming. A Macromedia Flash disciple, Penner shares his genius in integrating the complexities of mathematics and physics with the calm, clean aesthetic of Macromedia Flash graphics. Learn the elemental theories of space, math, color, motion, and shape, then discover practical methods of employing theory to create a hybrid of organic and technological beauty. From the mechanics of motion design and architecture, to the industrial-strength object-oriented code that will help you create colors, sounds, motion, and interaction, "Robert Penner's Programming Macromedia Flash MX will take you to the limits of your imagination.Understand mathematical principles and their possibilities within Macromedia Flash Extend Macromedia Flash with the versatility and strength of object-oriented ActionScript Follow case studies to understand the thought process behind a snow storm, fractal dancer, and aurora borealis Create dynamic Macromedia Flash design and animation with ActionScript