"This may be true of some things, but keep in mind, some folks don't learn well by reading the documentation, it's sometimes too clinical for some folks to be able to see how it applies to "real world" usage, so, articles on the same subjects seem to be better for some folks, and usually add some practical info which may not be in the docs."
Good point did not think of that. "I'll take that as feedback that what you read was good enough that it really made it seem simple. ;)" You got me on that one! "Hmm, some folks say there's too much about Flash and CF. I guess if we're getting feedback that there's too much, and that there's too little, we're hitting in the middle which might not be too bad!" Your right "As far as those who've never used Flash, I'm not sure that the Designer & Developer Center is the place where you'll find basic Flash training. Most likely, the articles are going to be about new features, and the concepts of using a Macromedia product w/ other technologies (some Macromedia technologies, some from other companies - we try to keep in mind that folks aren't necessarily working in a Macromedia vaccuum!)." I agree, what I was trying to say was that if the article is in the cf section. You can't expect us to be able to follow along with the tutorial without giving us an overview of the flash environment and the key things needed to fully understand the tutorial. Should I have gotten some sort of Flash training before I even read the article in the CF section? "I took Fast Track to Flash and FT to ActionScript, and they really helped. I think it comes down to getting some basic Flash training to be able to take best advantage of the CF/Flash articles/sample apps. Just some suggestions on training resources would be: The tutorials in Flash to get started Fast Track classes: http://trainingreg.macromedia.com/tregexternal/ Macromedia University online training:http://www.macromedia.com/support/training/self_paced_training.html Books on Flash: http://www.macromedia.com/support/flash/ts/documents/flashbooks.htm"; Very true, I have already started doing some of these things. Like the Free ones :) But it still makes since to me for someone to read the article and come back fulfilled not leaving and saying "huh?". ">There are so many new features and possibilities out there now with MX it is somewhat overwhelming. I love the idea of Rich Clients but can't get started because I'm still trying to catch up with CFMX. A lot of folks are in the same boat. We're tossing a lot of new stuff at folks at once, and if you're a CFer new to Flash, it may take a bit of learning before you're ready to jump foot-first into RIAs. Fortunately, we're archiving all the stuff, so you can go back and read when it's a more appropriate time for you." That's great but some of us made the mistake of showcasing your Pet Market app and got stampeded with requests for something similar. I'm forced to learn my mistake. :| That's not your fault or concern. Nor does it have anything to do why I brought of the point of being over-whelmed. > Again you guys are the best, keep up the wonderful work. "Aw shucks *blush* Thanks, really. And keep letting us know what subjects you're interested in. As was said (I think it was Matt L.), it's easier to give folks what they want when we hear them asking the questions, and making requests for info, than it is to guess at what folks would find useful." And I agree, and will continue to do so. But you all have to promise to wow us to keep us looking for more questions to ask. Bryan ______________________________________________________________________ Your ad could be here. Monies from ads go to support these lists and provide more resources for the community. http://www.fusionauthority.com/ads.cfm FAQ: http://www.thenetprofits.co.uk/coldfusion/faq Archives: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected]/ Unsubscribe: http://www.houseoffusion.com/index.cfm?sidebar=lists
