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 plus 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