Advanced Flash Interface Design or Introduction to AutoCAD 2009

Advanced Flash Interface Design

Author: Michael Kemper

As a competent Flash designer, youre probably comfortable with all of the basics that Flash has to offer. However, youve probably looked at some of the amazing Flash sites on the web and thought, "How'd they do that?" Well, youll find out in this book.
Flash allows users to create some amazing interactive interfaces to interact with Rich Internet Applications, eLearning systems, and simple web sites. In this book, two of the most talented Flash designers in the world will show you how to use them effectively to create breathtaking visuals for your Flash web sites. You'll also learn how to take advantage of Flash's powerful built-in vector-based drawing tools.
The authors discuss general background theory, such as site planning, color theory, and Information architecture. They reveal techniques using gradents, layers, lighting and shadowing, 3D objects, animation, and photo editing. Techniques are illustrated and the book concludes with a discussion of usability and final tweaks. There is also a tutorial on testing your work, and exporting and finally publishing it.
Summary of contents:

• Chapter 1 Flash Overview
• Chapter 2 Creating Usable and Innovative Experiences
• Chapter 3 Interface Designers Guide to Color
• Chapter 4 Planning Your Interface Design
• Chapter 5 Vector Drawing and Effects in Flash and Illustrator
• Chapter 6 Understanding the Timeline and Layers
• Chapter 7 Working with 3D Vectors
• Chapter 8 Using Video in Flash
• Chapter 9 Photoshop Techniques
• Chapter 10 Moving from Photoshop to Flash and Effective PNGs
• Chapter 11 Creating Animated Effects
• Chapter 12Flash Textures
• Chapter 13 Photo Editing in Photoshop and Flash
• Chapter 14 Finishing Off Your Site

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Introduction to AutoCAD 2009: A Modern Perspective

Author: Paul Richard

This modern book addresses advances in technology and introduces students to 2- dimensional drawing skills and commands using the current release of AutoCAD. It continuously builds on concepts covered in previous chapters, contains exercises combined with in-text notes, and offers examples that provide the “how and why” of AutoCAD fundamentals. Projects are included at the end of each chapter and provide hands-on experience creating various types of mechanical, architectural, civil and electrical drawings. Engineers. Designers. Anyone interested in learning or involved with AutoCAD.

Table of Contents:

PART ONE: AN INTRODUCTION TO AUTOCAD

1. Introduction to AutoCAD

2. Quick Start

PART TWO: DRAFTING SKILLS: DRAWING WITH AUTOCAD

3. Controlling the Drawing Display

4. Basic Drawing Commands

5. Drawing Tools and Drafting Settings

6. Managing Object Properties

PART THREE: UNDERSTANDING EDITING TECHNIQUES: BASICS THROUGH ADVANCED

7. Basic Editing Techniques

8. Advanced Editing Techniques

PART FOUR: WORKING WITH COMPLEX OBJECTS

9. Drawing and Editing Complex Objects

10. Pattern Fills and Hatching

PART FIVE: ANNOTATING DRAWINGS

11. Adding Text

12. Working with Tables

13. Dimensioning Drawings

PART SIX: OUTPUTTING YOUR WORK

14. Managing Paper Space Layouts

15. Plotting and Publishing

PART SEVEN: ADVANCED DRAWING AND CONSTRUCTION METHODS

16. Blocks and Block Attributes

17. Working with External References

18. File Management Tools and Object Linking and Embedding