This course introduces users to the ActionScript programming language and explains how Flash MX uses ActionScript to control objects within Flash MX files. This course explains how to create and publish an ActionScript movie, how to add actions to a movie file, and discusses common ActionScript commands, arguments, properties, and syntax.
Objectives:
Identify ActionScript elements
Use Actions in Flash MX movies
Create an ActionScript
Use the Actions panel
Use parameter text boxes
Add Actions to a script
Topics:
Introducing ActionScript
ActionScript Elements
ActionScript Component Books
Creating an ActionScript
Working with an ActionScript
Testing and Debugging an ActionScript
Exploring the Actions Panel
Assigning an Action to a Keyframe
Controlling Actions
Using Options and Context Menus
Tracking and Preferences
Expert Mode, Code Hints, and Version Compatibility
Understanding ActionScript Terminology
Syntax, Keywords, and Context
Dissecting a Typical ActionScript
Technical Requirements:
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 6.0 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Adobe Flash Player 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.