of a real-world project. Some lessons build on projects created in preceding lessons; most stand alone. All of these lessons build on each other in terms of concepts and skills, so the best way to learn from this book is to proceed through the lessons in sequential order. In this book, some techniques and processes are explained and described in detail only the first few times you perform them. Note Many aspects of the Flash application can be controlled by multiple techniques, such as a menu command, a button, dragging, and a keyboard shortcut. Only one or two of the methods are described in any given procedure so that you can learn different ways of working even when the task is one you've done before. The organization of the lessons is also design-oriented rather than feature-oriented. That means, for example, that you'll work with symbols on real-world design projects over several lessons, rather than in just one chapter. Additional Resources Adobe Flash CS3 Professional Classroom in a Book is not meant to replace documentation that comes with the program. This book explains only the commands and options actually used in the lessons, so there's much more to learn about Flash. Classroom in a Book aims to give you confidence and skills so that you can start creating your own projects. For more comprehensive information about program features, see: * The Adobe Flash CS3 User Guide, which is included as a PDF file on the Adobe Flash CS3 application DVD and contains descriptions of many features. Printed copies of the Flash CS3 User Guide are available for purchase from www.adobe.com/go/buy_books * Flash Help, which contains all of the information in the user guide and much, much more, and is available from within the application. You can view Flash Help by choosing Help > Flash Help. * Adobe CS3 Video Workshop DVD, included in the product box, provides you with 250 instructional movies on Flash CS3 and other products across the Adobe Creative Suite 3 lineup. * The Adobe website (www.adobe.com). With an active Internet connection, you can access the website from a web browser or by choosing Help > Help Resources Online in Flash for links to several useful areas of the Adobe website. * Adobe Design Center (www.adobe.com/designcenter/), where you can find a wealth of tips, tutorials, and other design inspiration and instructional content. * Adobe Developer Center (www.adobe.com/devnet/), where you can find tutorials, articles, and sample applications. You can learn the industry trends you need to master Adobe development-oriented products and technologies. Adobe Certification The Adobe Training and Certification Programs are designed to help Adobe customers improve and promote their product-proficiency skills. There are three levels of certification: * Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) * Adobe Certified Instructor (ACI) * Adobe Authorized Training Center (AATC) The Adobe Certified Expert (ACE) program is a way for expert users to upgrade their credentials. You can use Adobe certification as a catalyst for getting a raise, finding a job, or promoting your expertise. If you are an ACE-level instructor, the Adobe Certified Instructor program takes your skills to the next level and gives you access to a wide range of Adobe resources. Adobe Authorized Training Centers offer instructor-led courses and training on Adobe products, employing only Adobe Certified Instructors. A directory of AATCs is available at http://partners.adobe.com.