Product Description

Adobe Integrated Runtime (AIR) lets you use scripting languages you already know and frees you from the dull parts of development—so you can focus on creating exciting and cost-saving application user interfaces using Flash, Flex, and JavaScript. Find all the tips, techniques, and best practices you need to succeed in this comprehensive reference, including installing AIR across Windows, Mac, or Linux; learning AIR programming, development, and debugging essentials; and much more.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #454148 in Books
• Published on: 2008-10-06
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 480 pages

From the Back Cover

Breathe new life into your desktop applications with AIR

Adobe Integrated Runtime (AIR) lets you use scripting languages you already know and frees you from the dull parts of development—so you can focus on creating exciting and cost-saving application user interfaces using Flash, Flex, and JavaScript. Find all the tips, techniques, and best practices you need to succeed in this comprehensive reference.

• Install AIR across Windows®, Mac®, and Linux®

• Get up to speed on the development tools: JavaScript®, Ajax, Flash®, Flex®, and HTML

• Learn AIR programming, development, and debugging essentials

• Build a large-scale application and follow best practices

• Add windows, dock icons, and dynamic icons

• Leverage Ant to automate your build process

• Distribute your application with polished finishing touches

Companion Web SiteThe companion Web site, www.airbible.org, contains the book's source files as well as a blog in which the authors share additional articles, updates, and resources for AIR development. The site is also a place where readers may post questions and provide the authors with feedback.

About the Author
Benjamin Gorton has been developing software for the desktop and the Web for over 10 years. For the past seven years, he has been working in Flash and ActionScript, doing projects for such companies as Disney, MTV, Neopets, and Sandisk. He currently resides in Los Angeles, where he works as a Senior Software Developer for Schematic.

Ryan Taylor is an award-winning artist and programmer specializing in object-oriented architecture, CGI mathematics/programming, as well as both static and motion design. Ryan, 25, has already landed his name in the credits of the #1 and #5 all-time best selling video game titles, written for multiple books, and established himself as an all-around leader in the digital arts community. Currently, Ryan serves as a senior developer on the Multimedia Platforms Group at Schematic. He also works as an independent contractor, offering his expertise to top companies and agencies all over the world.

Jeff Yamada lives with his wife AmyLynn and son Jackson in Salt Lake City, Utah, where he is currently a Senior Interactive Developer at the award-winning RED Interactive Agency. Jeff specializes in the architecture and development of immersive branded Flash experiences, rich Internet applications, and of course, AIR applications. As both a designer and developer, Jeff has spent the last ten years freelancing, consulting, and working for the University of Washington, Microsoft, Avenue A | Razorfish, Schematic, and Nintendo. Jeff contributes to the open-source community and shares his thoughts and ideas with the world at http://blog.jeffyamada.com.

Customer Reviews

Must have for Air programming.
I've been looking for a solid Air book, and the Bible series delivers once again. So far, i like the fact the book goes beyond the framework and gives incite into application development and best practices. An added bonus is the chapter on automation using ANT.

Kindle?
Why is the Kindle version so expensive? It seems like you would want a paper copy for an intense usage like learning a new language, and for the better diagrams, etc. You'd accept the Kindle version for something you wanted to skim or you might be willing to keep an e-copy for less if it wasn't your main reference on the topic, or if it was a really good deal by e-book. Am I missing something? Maybe I just don't understand. Can someone who's tried the Kindle version pipe up about why it's better or why one would pay almost as much as for paper to get a Kindle version of this book. Someone who's actually bought the Kindle version and is using it? (Thanks)

Excellent guide
Indispensable Book for building desktop applications because it shows you like to create your projects so easy and understandable.