Understanding Flash MX 2004 ActionScript 2: Basic Techniques for Creatives

It's rare that I write a review but on this occasion I thought I should write to say that the authors style is one you hate or love. i loved it. Although I did have a problem with some of the downloads - but it was sorted out within 24 hours of sending out an email to the support line.

Hi, This book explains the concept of Object oriented programming in a very simple way. My only slight disappointment is that a few of the examples are old ones that have not been udpated from the MX version.

I'm a designer and I tend to find the coding part a little boring... I wanted to buy a book to help me learn how to code games in flash. With this book you are able to learn actionscript in a fun way, simply because you make games! The explanations easy to understand, with lots tips and tricks along the way. A good book if you want to really get into actionscripting with probably the best overview of basic programming principles. Overall an interesting book, BUT more for those starting off in Actionscript

I would recommend this book even though there are references to items that are no longer in the professional version of Flash MX. I found the more complicated games were very well commented inside the fla's. In summary this is a good book with some minor niggles.