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Jackson: Flash + After Effects, 2 Edition
Flash Designers: push Flash to the next level with After Effects' robust toolset. CS5 delivers more complete integration of these two powerhouse applications—so you can expand your multimedia horizons. Flash + After Effects gives you a working understanding of the AE toolset and professional techniques that raise the design bar for web, HD broadcast, or CD/DVD delivery. The companion web site contains project media for hands-on practice of essential production skills, including:
- Working with live video in Flash and the After Effects timeline
- Using alpha channels for keying and enhancing interactivity
- Integrating new CS5 features including the Roto Brush and Code Snippets
- Exporting layered After Effects compositions for Flash
- Building interactive 3D environments with video, cameras, and lights
- Enhancing character animation using IK and Puppet Tools
- Exporting video in HD and for the Web
You also get a video primer, render and file optimization techniques, and publishing and streaming guidelines.
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