Dreamweaver CS4 for dummies - Janine Warner

It's easier than ever to turn your Web design dreams into reality discover how!

Whether you're a seasoned pro or a Web design newbie, here's the quickest, easiest way to get up to speed on Dreamweaver CS4. Soon you'll be taking advantage of the new, more customizable interface, the improved integration with Flash and Photoshop, a handy new AJAX coding feature, Live View to let you see your work as it will actually appear, and a whole lot more.

• Discover Web design basics
  understand browser differences, make the most of CSS, and use Dynamic Web templates



• Shades of gray
  see how the new gray interface makes it easier to work with the colors in your designs




• Go graphic
  create and optimize Web graphics using Dreamweaver's close integration with Photoshop®




• Cascading Style Sheets
  learn to create beautiful layouts that are easily updated using Dreamweaver's enhanced CSS features and templates




• Give it Flash
  insert Flash files or link to audio and video files




• Explore the Spry Framework
  include interactive features like drop–down menus and collapsible panels without writing code




• Just add data
  connect your site to a data source and create basic interactivity for sites such as online catalogs

Open the book and find:

• How to customize the workspace



• Tips for setting up links




• The best formats for Web images




• Which new tools help you work with code




• How to create rollover images




• Key concepts of a dynamic Web site




• Page layout tips




• How to manage, test, and publish your site