Posted: November 4th, 2008, 4:32am CET by nostriker
Posted: October 16th, 2008, 10:57am CEST by nostriker
In After Effects CS4 Essential Training, Chad Perkins teaches fundamental motion graphics design techniques from the ground up. He shows how to gather video, audio, and graphical source materials into layered compositions, make edits and adjustments, then bring it all to life with a powerful array of visual effects and animation techniques. These skills are demonstrated in a series of increasingly intricate projects, from creating a galaxy to building a fantasy battle scene. Chad also demonstrates workflows for keying and compositing, shows how to integrate with other applications, shares useful tips and secrets, and much more. Exercise files accompany the course.
Released on: 10/13/2008
Table of contents
1. Introduction
Welcome 0:55 7.1 MB
What does this title cover? 1:14 0.8 MB
Using After Effects with other applications 2:20 1.8 MB
The importance of reference material 1:32 1.2 MB
Using the example files 1:12 1.2 MB
A note about the art 0:28 0.8 MB
2. Creating a Simple Project
Overview of the After Effects workflow 3:46 8.8 MB
Setting up a project 3:15 5.2 MB
Creating graphic elements from shape presets 3:16 5.5 MB
Creating animated text 4:22 6 MB
Animating a star 2:48 6 MB
Adding effects 6:24 6.6 MB
3. Project and Importing Essentials
Understanding the interface 5:01 8.5 MB
Saving the interface layout 2:45 3 MB
Understanding how After Effects projects work 3:36 3.3 MB
Importing files 2:58 4 MB
Browsing and importing with Bridge 4:49 7.7 MB
Importing images with transparency 3:06 4.6 MB
Using image sequences instead of video 3:38 5.5 MB
Organizing and searching in the Project panel 3:06 2.6 MB
4. Using Compositions and Layers
What is a composition? 3:30 3.1 MB
Adding imported items to compositions 2:47 4.2 MB
Understanding how layers work 3:16 5.8 MB
Managing multiple layers 5:42 8.9 MB
Blending layers together 2:54 5.2 MB
Aligning and distributing multiple objects 2:49 4.2 MB
Using layer and comp markers 3:59 5.4 MB
Creating layers from scratch in After Effects 3:57 5.8 MB
5. Creating Animation
Animating properties 6:54 5.2 MB
Animating the wizard’s face with Position 8:18 8.1 MB
Previewing animations and portions thereof 3:32 6.1 MB
Adjusting the anchor point of the knight’s arm 3:24 2.7 MB
Rotating the knight’s arm 4:11 8.1 MB
Adjusting animations by moving keyframes 2:01 4.6 MB
Duplicating motions by copying keyframes 2:23 4 MB
Using the Puppet tool to animate the dragon 6:01 6 MB
Animating magical attacks with Scale 3:53 5.4 MB
Creating pauses in animation 4:49 9.7 MB
My favorite animation-related shortcuts 2:08 2.6 MB
6. Understanding and Editing Video
Understanding timecode 1:29 4.6 MB
Learning important video concepts 4:41 5.5 MB
Trimming or editing layers 3:56 11 MB
Trimming video before adding it to a comp 2:40 4.6 MB
Replacing edited footage 2:01 2.9 MB
Applying video transitions between clips 3:01 6.9 MB
Splitting layers of B-roll footage 2:17 5.4 MB
Slowing down and speeding up video 5:46 12.3 MB
7. The Power of Effects
A showcase of effects 0:58 2.1 MB
Applying effects 3:38 5.7 MB
Using Glow 4:33 8.2 MB
Creating infinite patterns and textures 6:35 14.9 MB
Creating the dragon’s fire 5:03 9.1 MB
About the included Cycore effects collection 1:50 2.4 MB
Using blur effects 6:23 7.6 MB
Creating a galaxy scene from scratch 7:47 12.6 MB
Distorting objects with effects 4:07 4.7 MB
Creating waving wizard hair 1:36 1.9 MB
Blowing stuff up with effects 6:15 18 MB
Creating motion graphics elements from scratch 4:32 8.9 MB
Creating and using lens flares 2:39 4.2 MB
Creating the wizard’s lightning bolts 4:17 8.1 MB
Viewing random variations with Brainstorm 4:43 7.1 MB
Getting help with effects 1:34 3.7 MB
8. Color-Correcting Footage
Brightening dark footage 3:48 6.9 MB
Changing colors in footage 3:54 5.7 MB
Colorizing black-and-white objects 5:31 11.6 MB
9. Creating and Animating Text
Creating text 3:41 5.2 MB
Formatting text 3:38 5.7 MB
Applying text animation presets 4:38 7.9 MB
Animating text manually 3:56 6 MB
Animating text in 3D 2:36 5.2 MB
Applying layer styles to text 3:35 6.4 MB
10. Creating Animated Digital Paint
Using the paint tools 11:23 19.7 MB
Animating paint strokes 3:48 6.5 MB
Animating growing vines 10:42 18.9 MB
11. Creating Animated Digital Drawings
Creating shapes with shape layers 3:00 4.5 MB
Modifying shape layers 4:26 7.4 MB
Combining shapes 2:10 2 MB
Creating multiple shapes instantly 8:12 15.8 MB
Browsing shape variations with Brainstorm 3:49 6 MB
12. Motion Paths
Understanding spatial interpolation 1:35 1.5 MB
Creating and adjusting motion paths 3:12 3.3 MB
Orienting moving objects along a path 1:59 5.1 MB
Drawing motion and timing with Motion Sketch 1:44 3.4 MB
Pasting motion paths from Illustrator 2:17 3.5 MB
13. Intermediate Animation
About temporal interpolation 1:41 1.3 MB
Easing keyframes 6:10 5.3 MB
Randomizing keyframes with the Wiggler 2:47 4.1 MB
Smoothing motion with the Smoother 2:37 2.9 MB
Linking objects with parenting 5:28 8.8 MB
Linking objects with expressions 3:54 3.7 MB
Fine-tuning animation in the Graph Editor 3:19 3.1 MB
14. Concealing with Masks and Keying
Masking out portions of objects with masks 5:54 9.7 MB
Masking objects with other objects 3:53 9.5 MB
Masking colors with keying 4:38 7.2 MB
15. Compositing 101
Understanding the basics of compositing 1:10 2.6 MB
Removing the green screen background 4:30 7.6 MB
Importing and combining the elements 3:58 6.8 MB
Fine-tuning the composite 5:47 9.5 MB
16. Stabilizing and Tracking Motion
Stabilizing shaky footage 5:47 12.1 MB
Tracking the motion in footage 4:30 9.2 MB
Connecting a fireball to the tracked object 3:04 7.2 MB
17. Working in 3D
Turning 2D layers into 3D layers 3:33 3.9 MB
Positioning layers in 3D space 4:28 4.4 MB
Creating lights and cameras 5:28 14.8 MB
Creating shadows 4:18 5.8 MB
18. Using Audio
The significance of audio 1:18 1.4 MB
Using audio in After Effects 2:38 2.5 MB
Creating audio markers 1:44 1.4 MB
Previewing and mixing audio 2:49 2.4 MB
Enhancing audio tracks with effects 5:17 4.3 MB
19. Linking Audio Volume to Animation Properties
Setting up the project 1:47 2.7 MB
Creating keyframes from audio amplitude 2:03 4.5 MB
Linking to keyframes with expressions 2:16 5.2 MB
Modifying the expressions 4:54 13.1 MB
20. Precomposing and Nesting Compositions
When do you precompose layers? 2:42 2.5 MB
Creating compositions from existing layers 3:46 5 MB
Navigating through compositions quickly 2:32 2.8 MB
21. Integrating with Other Adobe Applications
Using After Effects and Photoshop 6:53 8.4 MB
Using After Effects and Illustrator 2:35 2.9 MB
Using After Effects and Flash 3:02 5.8 MB
Using After Effects and Premiere Pro 4:08 7.4 MB
22. Exporting to Video and Media
Sending video for review with Clip Notes 6:43 9.7 MB
Rendering high-quality video 7:22 10.4 MB
Rendering compressed video 3:48 5 MB
Outputting with an alpha channel 3:50 6.9 MB
Rendering video for DVD and other media 3:04 4.1 MB
Creating video for mobile phones and devices 3:30 4.5 MB
Rendering multiple videos at once 2:01 3 MB
Rendering with the Adobe Media Encoder 1:56 2 MB
23. Bringing It All Together
Overview of the final project 1:06 3.5 MB
Adjusting color 7:24 14.5 MB
Adding motion graphics 6:42 16.5 MB
Adding a lower third 7:26 16.3 MB
Adjusting text animation presets 4:30 12.5 MB
24. Conclusion
Goodbye 0:10 0.3 MB
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Posted: October 10th, 2008, 4:06am CEST by nostriker
Discover best practices for architecting a Flex application. Learn how to connect a Flex application to server side data including web services and remote methods. Understand how to customize a Flex application to give it a unique look and feel.
Course Outline:
Lesson 1: INTRODUCING ADOBE FLEX 2 (08 min)
1. The Evolution of the Rich Internet Application
2. Introducing the Flex Product Line
3. Introducing the Flash® Player
Lesson 2: USING FLEX BUILDER™ 2 (19 min)
1. Creating a New Flex Project
2. Building a Simple Form
3. Compiling the Application into a SWF
4. Debugging the Application
5. Setting Up Break Points
Lesson 3: FLEX FUNDAMENTALS (33 min)
1. Aligning Text Vertically & Horizontally
2. Looking at the Flex Component Explorer
3. Creating Data Bindings between Label Controls
4. Architecting an Application with MXML Components
5. De.ning a Property to Access outside the Component
6. Adding in Bindable Meta Tags
7. Adding Custom Properties & Methods to a Component
Lesson 4: HANDLING EVENTS (17 min)
1. Understanding Events
2. Creating Event Handlers Using Inline ActionScript
3. Handling Events with ActionScript Functions
4. Placing ActionScript Functions in External Files
5. Understanding the Event Object
Lesson 5: APPLICATION NAVIGATION (23 min)
1. Creating a ViewStack Container
2. Adding Navigational Controls to the ViewStack
3. Using the TabNavigator Container
4. Using the Accordion Container
5. Adding an ApplicationControlBar with a ToggleButtonBar
Lesson 6: RETRIEVING XML DATA (37 min)
1. Setting Up an XML Data Project & Setting HTTP Service
2. Setting Up a DataGrid to Display XML Data
3. Adding a Label Control to a DataGrid
4. Using an ArrayCollection
5. Examining a Data Structure in Debugging Mode
6. Utilizing Data Returned in an Event Object
7. Using the HTTP Service Class to Catch Faults
8. Creating a Cross Domain Security File
Lesson 7: USING VIEW STATES (24 min)
1. Creating a New State & Inserting a Form
2. Adding Click Properties to the Base & Form States
3. Creating Rollover Text for an Image
4. Adjusting the Size of a Rollover Image
5. Creating Rollover Components
Lesson 8: BUILDING A STOCK PHOTO APPLICATION, PART 1 (50 min)
1. Adding a Background Color & an Image to a Project
2. Building a Component
3. Integrating Components into the Main Application
4. Building Form Items
5. Creating a Gallery Component
6. Creating a Tile Container & Invoking Components
7. Adding a Shopping Cart to a Layout
8. Using View States
9. Fixing Overlapping Images
10. Using States to View an Image in the Gallery
11. Incorporating CSS Styles into the Application
Lesson 9: USING A DATA GRID (40 min)
1. Using the DataGrid Control
2. Specifying DataGrid Columns
3. Formatting DataGrid Columns
4. Using Item Renderers & Item Editors
5. Creating Custom Components for Item Renderers & Editors
6. Working with the TileList Container
7. Accessing Information in the DataGrid
Lesson 10 ARCHITECTING AN APPLICATION (28 min)
1. Understanding the Disadvantages of Bindings
2. De.ning & Dispatching a Custom Event
3. Referencing a Custom Event
4. Write a Custom Event Class & De.ne a Custom Property
5. Attach the Custom Event Class to the Custom Event Object
6. Handling the Event to Run in the Main Application
Lesson 11: USING A REPEATER (19 min)
1. Creating Buttons Inside a Repeater Tag
2. Labeling Buttons in the Repeater Tag
3. Creating a Display Data Function with a Click Event
4. Using DataProvider Data in Repeated Controls
5. Accessing Components within a Data Structure
Lesson 12: BUILDING A STOCK PHOTO APPLICATION, PART 2 (62 min)
1. Examining the Stock Photo Application
2. Initializing the Application
3. Using a Repeater Control to Display Images
4. Specifying the Source & Bindable Properties
5. Dynamically Changing the Display View of the Photos
6. Using a Custom Event to Enable a Shopping Cart
7. Adding a Purchase Button in the Details State
8. Using an ArrayCollection to Store Item Details
9. Use an Item Renderer to Display Info in the Shopping Cart
10. Replacing the Repeater with a TileList
Lesson 13: MANIPULATING XML (34 min)
1. Manipulating Client Side Data Using E4X Syntax
2. Creating a Tree Control to Display the XML Data
3. Adding a Change Event to Display Data from the Tree
4. Populating the Shopping Cart with Raw XML Content
5. Working with an XML List Collection
6. Using Conditional Logic to Compare & Update Values
Lesson 14: USING WEB SERVICES (25 min)
1. Accessing Web Services
2. Invoking Web Services Methods & Results
3. Using a FaultHandler
4. Call Multiple Methods from One Web Service Object
5. Passing Parameters to Web Services
Lesson 15: MANIPULATING COMPLEX DATA STRUCTURES (29 min)
1. Viewing Data in the Flash Player
2. Applying the FilterByCategory Function
3. Adding a Sort Function
4. Setting Up for the IViewCursor Interface
5. Using the IViewCursor Interface
Lesson 16: FORMATTING & VALIDATING DATA (30 min)
1. Triggering Numeric Validation with Events
2. Triggering Validation with ActionScript
3. Build a Custom Validator with Regular Expressions
4. Customizing a Currency Formatter
5. Final Comments & Credits
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Posted: April 12th, 2008, 6:43pm CEST by nostriker
Excel is a powerful spreadsheet tool. With the release of Excel 2007, it's become even more powerful — with lots of new features and a dramatically changed interface. CBT Nugget’s detailed video series carefully explains this new interface and how to make the most out of Excel 2007's updated features. Trainer Emily Berry fast-forwards you through the program. She shows you exactly what you need to know to accomplish your familiar tasks within the changed interface. The skills you learn will make your workload more manageable and impress current and future employers. Emily’s videos map directly to Microsoft certification exam 77-602 for the MCAS: Using Microsoft Office Excel 2007. Your only course prerequisite is a willingness to try out all the cool tools demonstrated in the videos.
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Posted: April 1st, 2008, 2:18am CEST by nostriker
The elusive alpha channel remains one of the most misunderstood yet powerful tools in Photoshop. Alpha channels are collections of luminance data that control the transparency of an image, and they inform just about every aspect of Photoshop. As he builds transitional blended layers, fashions a depth map, makes edge adjustments, and takes on extreme channel mixing, Omni Award-winning expert Deke McClelland teaches Photoshop users that where there's a will, there's a way. Photoshop CS3 Channels and Masks: Advanced Techniques covers mapping texture on an image, turning flesh into stone, using vector masks, working with all different channels, creating a rustic edge effect, and much more. Exercise files accompany the tutorials.
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Posted: March 30th, 2008, 1:20pm CEST by nostriker
XML, the standardized format of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) aims to make application development and integration very simple. It is a data format and framework that has been adopted as the basis for information exchange by the software development community. It is so powerful that Microsoft developed their entire .NET platform around using XML.
It is simple to learn, flexible to use and easy to understand. It works with applications, the internet and databases and is platform independent meaning it can be used to share data between a variety of database and application types and formats.
Garth Schulte, the instructor for this series, details how XML came to life, why it is needed and how you can use it. This creates a very informative foundation of knowledge that will benefit programmers, administrators and engineers alike. If your job entails any type of interface with databases, connectivity of applications or transferring of information, you need to watch these videos.Programmers will find the videos a great place to start if they are considering an MCAD or MCSD for .NET certification track. The series contains 14 videos that average 30 minutes in length. This provides for 7 hours of in-depth instruction that is designed to entertain as well as educate. You won't fall asleep watching these. Garth has a great personality that shines through in his presentation of the material. He is truly passionate about programming and what you can create with a computer.
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Posted: March 28th, 2008, 4:12am CET by nostriker
VTC's Audio Recording and Production covers the basics of recording without leaving out advanced and interesting features. It covers topics such as the history of analog and digital recording, studio equipment, acoustics and studio design, waveforms and synthesis, MIDI, signal flow and routing, digital audio and editing, microphones types and usage, equalization, dynamics and compression, reverb and time-based effects, mixing, mastering, and the integration between the project and professional studios. This tutorial will give any novice recording engineer the tools, techniques, and knowledge to effectively record and produce professional sounding projects. To begin learning, click on one of the movie topics.
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Posted: March 28th, 2008, 4:10am CET by nostriker
This course is a 6 hour training course to introduce you to Windows Server 2008. It will teach you about some of the neat new features that are available in Window Server 2008 and how to configure them. This course is just the beginning. We will be launching an entire Windows Server 2008 Training series that will include complete coverage of the MCITP certifications and much more, totaling over 150 hours of training. The Intro to Windows Server Training DVD is not an exam prep course and does not go into as much depth as our Windows Server 2008 training series will, but it gives you a great opportunity to get ahead of the crowd and start working on Windows Server 2008.
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Posted: February 16th, 2008, 1:43am CET by nostriker
LinuxCBT IPv6 Edition focuses exclusively on the burgeoning Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6).
The coursework explores IPv6 implementation on today's mainstream Network Operating Systems (NOSs), including: GNU/Linux, Solaris, Windows and Cisco IOS.
Given the imminent depletion of globally-unique 32-bit IPv4 addresses, and mandates set by the US Government with respect to IPv6-backbone-compliancy by Q2 2008 for government agencies, Information Technology (IT) Network/Systems Engineers/Administrators/Integrators/Directors/etc., are tasked with preparing their backbones and applicable infrastructure(VLANs/DMZs/etc.) to support Internet Protocol Version 6 (IPv6).
LinuxCBT IPv6 Edition will prepare you and/or organization to comfortable integrate IPv6 into your production environments, without negatively impacting IPv4 services.
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Posted: November 4th, 2008, 4:32am CET by nostriker

To get the most out of Dreamweaver CS4, it’s important not only to master the application, but also to understand fundamental concepts of modern web design. James Williamson teaches just that in Dreamweaver CS4 Essential Training, covering everything from site structure to the value of standards-compliant XHTML and CSS. He shows how to create clean and accessible code in Dreamweaver, as well as how to publish compelling content. James demonstrates how to use a variety of techniques for adding interactivity, creating and styling forms and tables, and saving time with templates. He explains the benefits of using programs like Word and Photoshop to speed up workflow, and shows how to publish and manage finished sites. Exercise files accompany the course.
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Posted: October 16th, 2008, 10:57am CEST by nostriker
In After Effects CS4 Essential Training, Chad Perkins teaches fundamental motion graphics design techniques from the ground up. He shows how to gather video, audio, and graphical source materials into layered compositions, make edits and adjustments, then bring it all to life with a powerful array of visual effects and animation techniques. These skills are demonstrated in a series of increasingly intricate projects, from creating a galaxy to building a fantasy battle scene. Chad also demonstrates workflows for keying and compositing, shows how to integrate with other applications, shares useful tips and secrets, and much more. Exercise files accompany the course.
Released on: 10/13/2008
Table of contents
1. Introduction
Welcome 0:55 7.1 MB
What does this title cover? 1:14 0.8 MB
Using After Effects with other applications 2:20 1.8 MB
The importance of reference material 1:32 1.2 MB
Using the example files 1:12 1.2 MB
A note about the art 0:28 0.8 MB
2. Creating a Simple Project
Overview of the After Effects workflow 3:46 8.8 MB
Setting up a project 3:15 5.2 MB
Creating graphic elements from shape presets 3:16 5.5 MB
Creating animated text 4:22 6 MB
Animating a star 2:48 6 MB
Adding effects 6:24 6.6 MB
3. Project and Importing Essentials
Understanding the interface 5:01 8.5 MB
Saving the interface layout 2:45 3 MB
Understanding how After Effects projects work 3:36 3.3 MB
Importing files 2:58 4 MB
Browsing and importing with Bridge 4:49 7.7 MB
Importing images with transparency 3:06 4.6 MB
Using image sequences instead of video 3:38 5.5 MB
Organizing and searching in the Project panel 3:06 2.6 MB
4. Using Compositions and Layers
What is a composition? 3:30 3.1 MB
Adding imported items to compositions 2:47 4.2 MB
Understanding how layers work 3:16 5.8 MB
Managing multiple layers 5:42 8.9 MB
Blending layers together 2:54 5.2 MB
Aligning and distributing multiple objects 2:49 4.2 MB
Using layer and comp markers 3:59 5.4 MB
Creating layers from scratch in After Effects 3:57 5.8 MB
5. Creating Animation
Animating properties 6:54 5.2 MB
Animating the wizard’s face with Position 8:18 8.1 MB
Previewing animations and portions thereof 3:32 6.1 MB
Adjusting the anchor point of the knight’s arm 3:24 2.7 MB
Rotating the knight’s arm 4:11 8.1 MB
Adjusting animations by moving keyframes 2:01 4.6 MB
Duplicating motions by copying keyframes 2:23 4 MB
Using the Puppet tool to animate the dragon 6:01 6 MB
Animating magical attacks with Scale 3:53 5.4 MB
Creating pauses in animation 4:49 9.7 MB
My favorite animation-related shortcuts 2:08 2.6 MB
6. Understanding and Editing Video
Understanding timecode 1:29 4.6 MB
Learning important video concepts 4:41 5.5 MB
Trimming or editing layers 3:56 11 MB
Trimming video before adding it to a comp 2:40 4.6 MB
Replacing edited footage 2:01 2.9 MB
Applying video transitions between clips 3:01 6.9 MB
Splitting layers of B-roll footage 2:17 5.4 MB
Slowing down and speeding up video 5:46 12.3 MB
7. The Power of Effects
A showcase of effects 0:58 2.1 MB
Applying effects 3:38 5.7 MB
Using Glow 4:33 8.2 MB
Creating infinite patterns and textures 6:35 14.9 MB
Creating the dragon’s fire 5:03 9.1 MB
About the included Cycore effects collection 1:50 2.4 MB
Using blur effects 6:23 7.6 MB
Creating a galaxy scene from scratch 7:47 12.6 MB
Distorting objects with effects 4:07 4.7 MB
Creating waving wizard hair 1:36 1.9 MB
Blowing stuff up with effects 6:15 18 MB
Creating motion graphics elements from scratch 4:32 8.9 MB
Creating and using lens flares 2:39 4.2 MB
Creating the wizard’s lightning bolts 4:17 8.1 MB
Viewing random variations with Brainstorm 4:43 7.1 MB
Getting help with effects 1:34 3.7 MB
8. Color-Correcting Footage
Brightening dark footage 3:48 6.9 MB
Changing colors in footage 3:54 5.7 MB
Colorizing black-and-white objects 5:31 11.6 MB
9. Creating and Animating Text
Creating text 3:41 5.2 MB
Formatting text 3:38 5.7 MB
Applying text animation presets 4:38 7.9 MB
Animating text manually 3:56 6 MB
Animating text in 3D 2:36 5.2 MB
Applying layer styles to text 3:35 6.4 MB
10. Creating Animated Digital Paint
Using the paint tools 11:23 19.7 MB
Animating paint strokes 3:48 6.5 MB
Animating growing vines 10:42 18.9 MB
11. Creating Animated Digital Drawings
Creating shapes with shape layers 3:00 4.5 MB
Modifying shape layers 4:26 7.4 MB
Combining shapes 2:10 2 MB
Creating multiple shapes instantly 8:12 15.8 MB
Browsing shape variations with Brainstorm 3:49 6 MB
12. Motion Paths
Understanding spatial interpolation 1:35 1.5 MB
Creating and adjusting motion paths 3:12 3.3 MB
Orienting moving objects along a path 1:59 5.1 MB
Drawing motion and timing with Motion Sketch 1:44 3.4 MB
Pasting motion paths from Illustrator 2:17 3.5 MB
13. Intermediate Animation
About temporal interpolation 1:41 1.3 MB
Easing keyframes 6:10 5.3 MB
Randomizing keyframes with the Wiggler 2:47 4.1 MB
Smoothing motion with the Smoother 2:37 2.9 MB
Linking objects with parenting 5:28 8.8 MB
Linking objects with expressions 3:54 3.7 MB
Fine-tuning animation in the Graph Editor 3:19 3.1 MB
14. Concealing with Masks and Keying
Masking out portions of objects with masks 5:54 9.7 MB
Masking objects with other objects 3:53 9.5 MB
Masking colors with keying 4:38 7.2 MB
15. Compositing 101
Understanding the basics of compositing 1:10 2.6 MB
Removing the green screen background 4:30 7.6 MB
Importing and combining the elements 3:58 6.8 MB
Fine-tuning the composite 5:47 9.5 MB
16. Stabilizing and Tracking Motion
Stabilizing shaky footage 5:47 12.1 MB
Tracking the motion in footage 4:30 9.2 MB
Connecting a fireball to the tracked object 3:04 7.2 MB
17. Working in 3D
Turning 2D layers into 3D layers 3:33 3.9 MB
Positioning layers in 3D space 4:28 4.4 MB
Creating lights and cameras 5:28 14.8 MB
Creating shadows 4:18 5.8 MB
18. Using Audio
The significance of audio 1:18 1.4 MB
Using audio in After Effects 2:38 2.5 MB
Creating audio markers 1:44 1.4 MB
Previewing and mixing audio 2:49 2.4 MB
Enhancing audio tracks with effects 5:17 4.3 MB
19. Linking Audio Volume to Animation Properties
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Creating keyframes from audio amplitude 2:03 4.5 MB
Linking to keyframes with expressions 2:16 5.2 MB
Modifying the expressions 4:54 13.1 MB
20. Precomposing and Nesting Compositions
When do you precompose layers? 2:42 2.5 MB
Creating compositions from existing layers 3:46 5 MB
Navigating through compositions quickly 2:32 2.8 MB
21. Integrating with Other Adobe Applications
Using After Effects and Photoshop 6:53 8.4 MB
Using After Effects and Illustrator 2:35 2.9 MB
Using After Effects and Flash 3:02 5.8 MB
Using After Effects and Premiere Pro 4:08 7.4 MB
22. Exporting to Video and Media
Sending video for review with Clip Notes 6:43 9.7 MB
Rendering high-quality video 7:22 10.4 MB
Rendering compressed video 3:48 5 MB
Outputting with an alpha channel 3:50 6.9 MB
Rendering video for DVD and other media 3:04 4.1 MB
Creating video for mobile phones and devices 3:30 4.5 MB
Rendering multiple videos at once 2:01 3 MB
Rendering with the Adobe Media Encoder 1:56 2 MB
23. Bringing It All Together
Overview of the final project 1:06 3.5 MB
Adjusting color 7:24 14.5 MB
Adding motion graphics 6:42 16.5 MB
Adding a lower third 7:26 16.3 MB
Adjusting text animation presets 4:30 12.5 MB
24. Conclusion
Goodbye 0:10 0.3 MB
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