* Provides everything Web designers need to build cutting-edge applications with Macromedia's new tool suite, which includes Dreamweaver MX, Flash MX, ColdFusion MX, Fireworks MX, and Freehand * Covers building data-enabled sites with Dreamweaver MX, creating Flash MX animations, working with ActionScript, creating Web graphics and animations with Fireworks MX, building interactive ColdFusion MX applications, integrating Flash and ColdFusion, and drawing vector art with Freehand * Major changes in the Macromedia MX tool suite mean even veteran developers and programmers are looking for the updates this book provides * CD-ROM includes trial versions of the software, extensions, sample databases, images and applications

Annotation Leverage the power of Macromedia Studio MX 2004 to design and build attention grabbing, data-driven web sites on-time and under-budget. This common-sense guide uses a creative approach to demonstrate how to use Studio MX 2004 components (Dreamweaver, Flash, Fireworks, ColdFusion, Freehand, and Director) to create data-driven sites. Written for professionals who understand how to use the individual software applications and need to learn how to use them in concert. Includes bonus coverage on utilizing Contribute, Flash Remoting, and Flash Communication Server in dynamic sites.

If you are looking to make your job of building Web pages as effortless as possible and need a quick and easy understanding of the technology in order to do so, then this book is for you-whether you're new to Dreamweaver MX 2004 or you need a refresher on everything from simple tasks such as defining a Dreamweaver MX 2004 site to complex tasks such as creating dynamic content. Open the book and you'll discover clear, easy-to-follow instructions for more than 250 key Dreamweaver MX 2004 tasks, each presented in ten quick steps-or less. Easy-to-navigate pages, lots of screen shots, and to-the-point directions guide you through every common (and not so common) Dreamweaver MX 2004 challenge-and help you get more done in less time. * Each solution is ten steps-or less-to help you get the job done fast * Self-contained two-page spreads deliver the answers you need-without flipping pages * A no-fluff approach focuses on helping you achieve the results * A resource packed with useful and fun ways to get the most out of Dreamweaver MX 2004

The totally revised, enhanced and expanded update to the smash bestseller. * Covers the very latest release of Macromedia Flash. * Includes enhanced coverage of using Flash with other powerful Web applications and exclusive expert tutorials from the world's top Flash gurus. * The most comprehensive Flash book on the market. * Documents Flash's integration and implementation of new technologies ABOUT THE CD-ROM The accompanying CD-ROM is packed with trial software, add-ons, plug-ins, shareware, templates, and scores of exclusive sample files from the book

Aimed at Web developers who know the basics of Dreamweaver and want to take the next step, this work provides a guide to learning Dreamweaver MX 2004 tips, tricks, and best practices.

Whether readers are novices or experienced users, the step-by-step tutorials and reference resources in this book will help them get the most out of Director.

The hottest collection of cool tips and hidden secrets for the Flash MX 2004 user who needs results fast! In today's economy, time is money. Flash MX 2004 Killer Tips is all about speed, showing users how to get more work done in less time. This book is designed to increase productivity (and even quality) by providing shortcuts, tips, and little-known tricks that will surprise even the most experienced Flash MX 2004 user. Built on the premise that "Speed Kills", readers will get faster at manipulating Flash MX 2004 and have more time to be creative in their design and their code. Author Shane Elliott has assembled almost 300 tips to help readers with creating effects and animations, ActionScript, components, optimization, and a host of other topics.

Macromedia Studio MX 2004 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies provides a one-stop reference for users looking to harness the power of this Web building suite. The book covers each of the core applications in Studio MX including Dreamweaver, Flash, Freehand, Fireworks, ColdFusion and, newly added to this edition, Contribute. Macromedia Studio MX 2004 All-in-One Desk Reference For Dummies also contains coverage on using all the applications together in a single Web building project as well as an overview of the basics of good Web design. This book, like the product itself, should appeal to both professional and hobbyist Web builders who want a single product that can do the work of six or seven separate products.