book

Learn Adobe Animate CC for Interactive Media: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation, First Edition

Name: Learn Adobe Animate CC for Interactive Media: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation, First Edition
ISBN: 9780134395579

by Joseph Labrecque, Rob Schwartz

March 2016

Beginner

256 pages

8h 53m

English

Peachpit Press

Read now

Unlock full access

Title Page
Copyright Page
Dedication Page
Acknowledgments
About the Authors
Contents
Getting Started
About this book and videoConventions used in this bookOperating System DifferencesInstalling the softwareAdobe Creative Cloud Desktop appChecking for UpdatesAccessing the free Web Edition and lesson filesProject fontsAdditional resourcesAdobe certificationResetting the preferences to their default settings
Chapter 1. Welcome!
About Adobe Learn BooksHave funLearn Adobe Animate CCAnimate CC vs. Flash Professional CCPreparation for ACA examDeveloping your creative, communication, and cooperative skillsA quick note on creativityGetting Acquainted with Animate CCThe Animate CC workspaceMajor Interface FeaturesThe Stage and PasteboardThe Properties panelThe Tools panelCommonly accessed toolsThe timelineLet’s Get Going!
Chapter 2. Design a Vector Animation
Creating the Project DocumentThe Animate document fileThe ActionScript 3.0 documentSetting document type and propertiesPreparing the project Stage and timelineControlling layers and foldersSetting layer properties on the timelineDrawing Vector AssetsRectangle and Oval toolsRectangle and Oval Primitive toolsMerge drawing vs. object drawingDrawing shapesAdditional vector creation toolsWorking with Vector ShapesSelecting visual elementsModifying shape colorTime to Animate!Inserting a frame spanMaking use of keyframesCopying and pasting keyframesCreating a shape tweenModify Animation through EasingAdding some impactAdding and adjusting keyframesApplying easing for a more natural lookAdjusting the overall frame ratePublishing the Animation for Flash PlayerPublishing for Flash PlayerActionScript 3.0 Publish SettingsPublishing a SWFGenerating a projectorChallenge!Conclusion
Chapter 3. Construct an Internet Meme Image
Starting the ProjectCreating the project documentSetting up your projectUsing External GraphicsImporting a bitmap imageImporting from Photoshop or IllustratorAdjusting the image layout on the StageDealing with the timeline and layersManaging Bitmap ImagesBreak apart an imageUsing Trace BitmapSharing Library items across projectsHiding content with a maskCreating Black Vector ShapesCreating shape elementsWorking with Text ElementsCreating text elementsAdditional information about textGenerating an ImageExport Image as JPEGExport Image as GIFExport Image as PNGExport Image as SVGChallenge!Conclusion

Chapter 4. Compose an Animated HTML5 Greeting
Creating a New HTML5 Canvas DocumentSetting up the project documentPreparing the Stage and timelineLaying Out the Background ElementsDrawing the backgroundDecorating with the Paint Brush toolDrawing the frame with variable-width strokesDrawing the FlowerpotCreating and modifying a vector rectangle shapeApplying colors and gradientsConvert to a Graphic symbolTypes of symbols within Animate CCEditing the Flower Graphic SymbolExplaining symbols and instancesDifferences between Movie Clip symbols and Graphic symbolsEditing the flower symbolDrawing a flower stalkAnimating the Flower Stalk with Inverse KinematicsAbout inverse kinematics in Animate CCAnimating the flower stalk using an armature layerDesigning and Animating the Flower HeadDrawing the flower headAnimating the flower head along the stalkCreate a Personalized Text MessageBuilding the text blockApplying Text EffectsUsing JavaScript Code to Stop the PlayheadWorking with code in Animate CCUsing JavaScript to stop your animationPublishing Your Project for HTML5 CanvasPublish SettingsChallenge!Conclusion
Chapter 5. Generate a Promotional Video
Video Project SetupImporting the backgroundsCreating Dynamic Backgrounds with Animated Shape MaskingDrawing the mask shapeAnimating the maskDesign a 3D Rotating HeadshotCreating the headshot movie clipUsing the 3D Rotation Tool to rotate your Headshot movie clipApplying filters and color effectsAnimating Your Name with Motion PresetsCreating Your Name as a Movie ClipAnimating with motion presetsDynamic Animation with Variable-Width Motion GuidesBuilding the descriptor text movie clipsAnimating the descriptors with Classic motion guidesEmploying variable-width stroke optionsRendering and Converting the RAW VideoExporting video from Animate CCAdobe Media EncoderUsing the videoVideo in Animate CCSupported video file typesEmbedding video filesWorking with published videoChallenge!Conclusion
Chapter 6. Tick-Tock...Build a Virtual Clock
Working with ActionScript 3.0Versions of ActionScriptActionScript vs. JavaScriptActions panelCreating an Adobe AIR for Desktop DocumentAbout Adobe AIR for DesktopSetting up the Adobe AIR project documentCreating the application backgroundBuilding the Basic Clock Visual ElementsBuilding the clock bodyDrawing the clock faceWorking with dynamic textDesigning the Clock’s Animated Movie Clip AssetsBuilding the clock face movie clipCreating the clock handsBuilding the clock pendulumUsing Imported Audio in an ActionScript ProjectAudio file typesAudio file importUsing audio on the timelineA Primer on ActionScriptSymbols and interactivityActionScript essentialsWriting ActionScript to Control the ClockImporting classesDeclaring Stage variablesTelling time with a timerCreating mouse interactionAudio playback with ActionScriptCompleted codeTesting an ActionScript ProjectActionScript errorsActionScript commentsTrace statementsPublishing the Clock for Desktop InstallationExploring the AIR Settings dialog boxPublish and installChallenge!Conclusion
Chapter 7. Develop a Mobile Quiz App
Creating an Adobe AIR for Mobile DocumentAdobe AIR for AndroidAdobe AIR for iOSSetting Up the AIR for Mobile Project DocumentDesign the App Interface ElementsCreate the app headerCreate a question text elementCreate a status text elementDesigning the buttonsWriting the Application ClassesWriting the QuizGame classWriting the QuestionBank classCreating a Bank of QuestionsBuilding the JSON fileLoading the JSON dataIntegrating the QuestionBank classApp Logic and FlowShowing questions to the userBuilding button interactivityPublishing the App for DistributionCompleting application detailsChallenge!Conclusion
Chapter 8. Wrapping It Up!
Evaluating Interactive Media ContentTypes of evaluationUsability evaluationRevisionsWhere to Go NextAnimate CC resourcesGoodbye!
ACA Objectives Covered
Glossary
Index
Chapter 9. Leveling Up with Design
Creativity Is a SkillGetting a creative workoutPrepping your mindThe Design HierarchyApplying the design hierarchyThe Elements of ArtThe element of spaceThe element of lineThe Element of ShapeThe element of formThe elements of texture and patternThe element of valueThe element of colorThe element of typeWrapping up the elementsThe Principles of DesignThe principle of emphasis or focal pointThe principle of contrastThe principle of unityThe principle of varietyThe principle of balanceThe principle of proportion or scaleThe principles of repetition and patternThe principles of movement and rhythmWrapping Up the Design Concepts
Chapter 10. Working with Outsiders
Who You’re Talking For and Who You’re Talking ToSingle voice, single messageIdentifying your client’s ideal customerThe golden rule for client projectsCopyrights and WrongsCopyright happensPlacing a copyright notice in digital contentPlaying fair with copyrighted materialUncopyrightingLicensingThink Like a BossProject managementLearnThinkDoConclusion
Code Snippets

Overview

Knowing the industry-standard animation and interactivity tool Adobe Animate CC (previously known as “Flash Professional”) can help you get a foothold in the exciting web design and mobile app-development world. Learn Animate CC by building cool creative projects that will teach you how to:

Design and animate vector artwork

Compose an animated greeting card using HTML5

Build a promotional video with text and images animated in 3D

Construct a working digital clock using ActionScript

Design and code an interactive quiz for mobile devices

This study guide uses more than 6 hours of video integrated with text to help you gain real-world skills that will get you started in your career designing and building interactive media using Adobe Animate CC. It lays the foundation for taking the Adobe Certified Associate (ACA) exam in Interactive Media Using Adobe Flash Professional CC (name correct at press time) and helps prepare you for an entry-level position in a competitive job market.

Purchasing this book gives you access to valuable online extras. Follow the instructions in the book’s “Getting Started” section to unlock access to:

The Web Edition containing instructional video embedded in the complete text of the book with interactive review questions along with product updates

Downloadable lesson file you need to work through the projects

When creating the Adobe Certified Associate examination, Adobe conducted research to identify the foundational skills students need to effectively communicate using digital media tools. Based on feedback from educators, design professionals, businesses, and educational institutions around the world, the objectives cover entry-level skill expectations for each topic. The ACA exams have proved to be highly successful around the world.

To create this new product, Peachpit and Adobe Press have joined forces with team of outstanding instructors who have a great track record getting students certified: Rob Schwartz and his colleagues at BrainBuffet.com

Joseph Labrecque is a senior interactive software engineer at the University of Denver where he also teaches classes on Adobe Animate CC (formerly Flash Professional), web animation, graphics production, and mobile application design. Joseph is an Adobe Education Leader (AEL) and an Adobe Community Professional. He received the Adobe Education Impact Award in 2010 and currently serves on the AEL Advisory Board. Joseph produces written and video content for Adobe Press, Peachpit, O’Reilly, Lynda.com, and BrainBuffet.com.

What you need to use this book: Adobe Animate CC (2015 release) software, for either Windows or Mac OS. (Software not included.)

Become an O’Reilly member and get unlimited access to this title plus top books and audiobooks from O’Reilly and nearly 200 top publishers, thousands of courses curated by job role, 150+ live events each month,
and much more.

Read now

Unlock full access

More than 5,000 organizations count on O’Reilly

O’Reilly covers everything we've got, with content to help us build a world-class technology community, upgrade the capabilities and competencies of our teams, and improve overall team performance as well as their engagement.

Julian F.

Head of Cybersecurity

I wanted to learn C and C++, but it didn't click for me until I picked up an O'Reilly book. When I went on the O’Reilly platform, I was astonished to find all the books there, plus live events and sandboxes so you could play around with the technology.

Addison B.

Field Engineer

I’ve been on the O’Reilly platform for more than eight years. I use a couple of learning platforms, but I'm on O'Reilly more than anybody else. When you're there, you start learning. I'm never disappointed.

Amir M.

Data Platform Tech Lead

I'm always learning. So when I got on to O'Reilly, I was like a kid in a candy store. There are playlists. There are answers. There's on-demand training. It's worth its weight in gold, in terms of what it allows me to do.

Mark W.

Embedded Software Engineer

Learn Adobe Animate CC for Multiplatform Animations: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation, Second Edition

Learn Adobe Illustrator CC for Graphic Design and Illustration: Adobe Certified Associate Exam Preparation, Second Edition

Chad Chelius, Rob Schwartz

Publisher Resources

ISBN: 9780134395579Purchase book

Cloud Computing

Data Engineering

Data Science

AI & ML

Programming Languages

Software Architecture

IT/Ops

Security

Design

Business

Soft Skills