Macromedia Flash MX ActionScript for Dummies

Doug Sahlin, a digital artist and Web designer, is the author of Macromedia Flash MX ActionScript for Designers, Fireworks 4 For Dummies, and many articles on 2D and 3D graphics.

Introduction. Part I: Demystifying ActionScript. Chapter 1: ActionScript: What It Is and What It Isn't. Chapter 2: Taking Action with ActionScript. Chapter 3: ActionScript: Programming for Non--Programmers. Part II: Using Elementary ActionScript, My Dear Watson. Chapter 4: Directing a Movie. Chapter 5: Managing a Movie. Chapter 6: Giving and Getting Information with Variables. Chapter 7: Creating Object Makeovers with Properties and Functions. Part III: Using Not--So--Elementary ActionScript, My Dear Watson. Chapter 8: Modifying and Creating Objects. Chapter 9: Creating Interactive Elements. Chapter 10: Sending and Receiving the Written Word. Chapter 11: Creating Interactive Buttons and Menus. Chapter 12: Keeping Score with ActionScript and Other Delights. Chapter 13: Testing Your ActionScript and Exterminating the Bugs. Part IV: Integrating ActionScript Elements in Your Flash Movies. Chapter 14: Creating Useful Objects. Chapter 15: Creating Interactive Elements. Chapter 16: Creating Bells and Whistles. Part V: The Part of Tens. Chapter 17: Ten Tips for Trouble--Free ActionScript. Chapter 18: Ten Internet Resources for ActionScript. Appendix: About the CD. Bonus Chapters on the CD--ROM! Bonus Chapter 1: Actions Dictionary. Bonus Chapter 2: ActionScript Properties Dictionary. Bonus Chapter 3: ActionScript Objects Dictionary. Bonus Chapter 4: Ten Showcase Web Sites to Inspire You. Bonus Chapter 5: Creating Printable Movie Frames. Bonus Chapter 6: Creating a Visitor Response Form. Index. End--User License Agreement. Installation Instructions.