Fireworks CS4/5: Web Graphic Creation (2 days)
Audience
This course is for people new to Dreamweaver (or who have used it only to build static web sites) that want to use it to create data-driven web applications.
Description
Fireworks CS4/5: Web Graphic Creation is a two-day course that provides Web Designers/ Graphic Creators with the knowledge and hands-on practice needed to create rich web graphics. You will learn how to use tools in Fireworks to create and edit web graphics with both vector and bitmap images, work with layers, build buttons, add rollovers, slice images, and optimize and export graphics.
Unit 1: Introducing the Course
- Getting familiar with the course methodology and format
- Understanding the course objectives
- Reviewing the course prerequisites
- Outlining the course content
Unit 2: Learning the Basics
- Introducing Fireworks
- Navigating the Fireworks interface
- Opening an existing document
Unit 3: Working with Bitmap Graphics
- Creating new images
- Using selection tools
- Modifying bitmap images
- Working with additional bitmap tools
Unit 4: Creating a Logo with Vectors and Layers
- Using vector tools
- Using strokes and fills
- Selecting and grouping
- Using layers
- Using the Text tool
- Using effects and styles
- Combining simple paths
Unit 5: Creating Buttons
- Creating buttons
- Using graphics as buttons
Unit 6: Creating Image Maps and Rollovers
- Adding interactivity
- Slicing objects
- Adding behaviors
- Creating disjointed rollovers
- Creating a pop-up menu
Unit 7: Optimizing and Exporting
- Exporting from Fireworks
- Optimizing graphics
- Exporting graphics
- Exporting as HTML