It's not enough to only know the names of the tools used in creative applications. You need to know what they are, what they do, and how to apply them in a real-world context. Macromedia Studio 8 @Work: Projects You Can Use On The Job takes this exact approach to learning. Tools are introduced in a single chapter; then, you work through 10 common projects as identified by a panel of Macromedia Studio users and instructors. The step-by-step coverage of each project, as well as tips, tricks, and notes from the expert authors will give you all of the information you need to take what you learn and apply it to your own projects. Start living in the real world with Macromedia Studio 8 @Work.