Getting Familiar with XHTML/ CSS

• Getting familiar with XHTML
• Understanding CSS & Web Design Workflow

Introducing the Course

• Getting familiar with the course methodology and format
• Understanding the course objectives
• Reviewing the course prerequisites
• Outlining the course content

User Interface

• An Overview of Fireworks
• Vector and Bitmap Graphics
• Fireworks Environment Elements
• Navigating in Fireworks

Creating Vector Graphics

• Vector Drawing Tools
• Drawing Basic Shapes
• Modifying Vector Graphics

Creating a Logo with Vectors and Layers

• Using vector tools
• Using strokes and fills
• Selecting and grouping
• Using layers
• Using the Text tool
• Using effects and styles
• Combining simple paths

Working with Bitmap Graphics

• Creating new images
• Using selection tools
• Modifying bitmap images
• Working with additional bitmap tools

Using Text

• Creating Text
• Merging Text and Graphics

Vector Image Effects

• Combining Shapes
• Applying Effects

Web Graphic Optimizing

• Web Graphic File Formats
• Optimizing Images

Hotspots

• Creating Hotspots
• Assigning Links to Hotspots

Slicing and Roll Overs

• Slicing
• Rollovers

Creating Image Maps and Rollovers

• Adding interactivity
• Slicing objects
• Adding behaviours
• Creating disjointed rollovers
• Creating a pop-up menu

Optimizing and Exporting

• Exporting from Fireworks
• Optimising graphics
• Exporting graphics
• Exporting as HTML