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"The web universe changes constantly with new ideas and technologies," says author Chris Grover. "At the same time, many of us are visiting the web on handhelds and that brings a new set of challenges for web designers. Adobe Edge is a new tool that designers can use to create web animations and interactive pages. Edge uses a combination of standard technologies that work with desktop computers as well as handhelds like iPhones and iPads."
Adobe Edge Preview 5: The Missing Manual is intended for web designers and designers-in-training. Grover says, "It starts off very gently explaining how to create simple animations using Edge's timeline and other tools. Moving on, readers learn how to create more complex projects like interactive portfolios or photo galleries. When it gets to the underlying technologies: HTML, CSS and JavaScript, the book doesn't assume you have prior coding or scripting experience. It provides solid examples that show how these standard web tools work with each other. What's more, you'll learn how to put them to work in your projects."
The important stuff you need to know:
* Get to know the workspace. Learn how Adobe Edge Preview 5 performs its magic.
* Create and import graphics. Make drawings with Edge’s tools, or use art you designed in other programs.
* Work with text. Build menus, label buttons, provide instructions, and perform other tasks.
* Jump into animation. Master Edge’s elements, properties, and timeline panels.
* Make it interactive. Use triggers and actions to give users control over their web experience.
* Peek behind the curtain. Understand how HTML and CSS documents work.
* Dig into JavaScript. Customize your projects by tweaking your code.
For more information, visit oreilly.com
Additional information: Adobe Edge Preview 5: The Missing Manual
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