Final Cut Pro 7 [With DVD ROM and Free Web Access]

This book is fantastic for anyone who wants to learn more about the Final Cut Pro program. I Learned more than I thought I would in the first chapter, it has certainly increased my productivity with the quick-ness and smooth-ness that I can now edit video into a rough final cut sequence. I'm a big Hands On learner and this book catered to that style more than any other book I have read on Final Cut Pro.

I love Diana's writing style. This book flows and is easy to follow, easy to learn. She covers all points excellently. After stating a point or lesson, questions come to mind and it's as if she is reading my mind as she goes right on to answer those questions. One of the best technical books I've read since 2000. Includes lots of clear color shots as she goes.

This is one great book, it will get you up and running in no time. Couldn't of done it with out it.

The footage is really fun to work with. This book is a top-notch tutorial on FCP7; taking a powerful and complex software package and simplifying concepts and methods. It is well-written and well-organized with the learner in mind (instead of just unloading a lot of information on the reader). I wouldn't mind a few more images, but it probably has more than most. Best to have some computer and graphics background. Even with that, it is still taking me longer than the book promises, to go through it. But it is worth every penny; this book is a great value. To quote a concise and accurate review of the FCP6 edition of this book: "By Vladimir Nagorniy (Hollywood, CA USA) - This book actually teaches you efficient work flows. All lessons designed in a really smart way, so your progress is well guided. Makes you learn keyboard shortcuts. The footage was fun to work with (not the usual snowboarders and surfers). Highly recommended."