Resolutions Training & Consulting
Photoshop CS3 Web Production Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: Prepare images for cross-platform viewing by applying color management techniques, adjusting images, and ensuring color consistency; Identify and resolve factors that contribute to file size; Optimize Photographic and Flat color illustrations; Choosing the correct file type to use in a web page; Create, Prepare and Export a web page; Use Slices to reduce the size of large images; Use the Automation Palette to create animations for the web; and Create web galleries using Actions. more...
Photoshop CS3 Advanced This course provides the in-depth hands-on training that you need to take full advantage of the powerful image control features now available in Photoshop CS3. Course topics include: Create stunning compositions using Photoshop's Smart Objects and all-new non-destructive Smart Filters; Create and work with Vector-Based Shapes; Layer Styles and Effects; Experiment with Photoshop's
creative Filters; Apply Auto Align Layers to automatically aligning multiple Photoshop layers or images based on similar content; Create Layer Comps and Contact Sheets; Manage and organize your images using Adobe Bridge CS3; and discover dozens of tips, tricks and time-saving workarounds to help you improve your creative workflow. more...
Photoshop for Digital Photographers This course will walk you through shooting with a digital camera, to perfecting images and beyond. Learn how to perfect, recover and enhance the images you have shot to make them as brilliant as you wish; Learn shooting techniques for the camera combined with design principles to enhance your photography for designing composite imagery. Students will leave this class with a solid idea of the immense possibilities of Photoshop and the digital camera. more...
Photoshop CS3 Scanning & Color Correction In this course, you will learn professional techniques for obtaining consistent, predictable, high quality images from Photoshop. You will learn a balanced approach, starting with system calibration, through the scanning process, image enhancements, color correction, and exporting your image. Learn to Scan correctly; Perform curve-based color corrections to remove Color Casts, enhance image detail, and ensure balanced images; Modify the Brightness, Contrast, Color Balance, Hue, and Saturation of images; Apply Unsharp Masking and other techniques to enhance image quality; Eliminate Moir patterns in scanned images; Use Spot Colors; create Duotones; and Export images with transparency into other applications using Clipping Paths. more...
Photoshop CS3 Introduction We designed this course for the student who has little or no experience using Photoshop, and who needs to learn the basic skills necessary to begin to use this program effectively. Seasoned users may also wish to take this class in order to fill in holes in their Photoshop knowledge or to rid themselves of bad Photoshop
habits. Included: Identify the differences between Raster and Vector graphics; Select appropriate resolutions for different image and output types; Resize and crop images; Select image areas using the Lasso, Marquee, and Magic Wand tools; use Alpha Channels to save and load selections; Create and manipulate Layers to composite images easily; Select colors using the Color palette, Color Picker, and Eyedropper tool; use Photoshop s painting tools to create artwork; use more...
Adobe Acrobat 8.0 Form Design create user-friendly, interactive Forms for use on the Web or intranet, and covers the Form features available in Acrobat 8.0 Professional. Course topics include: Creating forms for distribution by e-mail or on the web from scanned paper, PDF documents, Microsoft Word documents, or Excel spreadsheets; Automatically locating form fields in static PDF documents and converting them to interactive fields that can be filled electronically using Adobe s free Adobe Reader software; Create Form Fields with Predefined Responses; using the Layout Grid and Tables to design complex Forms; adding Interactivity with Javascript; Enable users of Adobe Reader to type information directly into Adobe PDF forms and save them locally for offline use; Easily distribute forms; Combine collected forms into a more...
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology
Master of Arts in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, ExCEL Track Industrial & Organizational (I/O) Psychology is one of the fastest growing areas for the application of professional psychology. Learn skills to help individuals perform more effectively, solve problems, and grow professionally in today's global, multicultural work environment. Our I/O ExCEL track is designed specifically for professionals who work in fields such as human resources, private and public sector management, healthcare administration, merchandising, and customer service.
The ExCEL track is a 20 month, accelerated version of our campus based program designed for working professional in human resource management or a facet of business. It is offered predominately online but three campus course meetings are also included during the lenght of the program. Students will all have more...
Master of Arts in Forensic Psychology, ExCEL Track The rapidly growing field of Forensic Psychology focuses on the application of knowledge about psychology and mental health to questions and issues relating to law and the legal system. The Chicago School's Forensic Psychology M.A. program is the only one of its kind in the Midwest. It is designed for professionals already working in law enforcement, corrections, probation, victim assistance, parole, court, treatment facilities, or other criminal justice or social service agencies.
The ExCEL track is a 20 month, accelerated version of our campus based program designed for working professional in the courts systems, law enforcement or hoping to move into those areas. Students complete the program predominately online, however there are three campus based course meetings (weekends) as more...
Harriet Anderson - Alexander-Technik
VOICEWORK AND ALEXANDER TECHNIQUE in Vienna HARRIET ANDERSON (Ph.D., Lecturer at the University of Vienna, Member of the Society of Teachers of the Alexander Technique)
Email: harrietanderson1 yahoo.com
Tel.: 0043 1 585.69.04
Web: www.harrietanderson.com
I offer you individual lessons and workshops in vocal development against a background of the Alexander Technique at my private practice in Vienna's fourth district, near the Naschmarkt.
I also offer tuition in the Alexander Technique and in Public Speaking and Presentation Skills.
I teach in both English and German.
I am a fully qualified teacher of the Alexander Technique, and also teach Public Speaking and Presentation Skills at the University of Vienna.
With the help of the Alexander Technique you can learn to use your voice with more impact and less strain. Gradually, you more...
Trainopolis
MasterMouse Computer Training
Introduction to Adobe Photshop Elements This course is for the digtal camera user who aims to have a greater degree of control over their prints. Topics covered will include transfering images to the computer, correcting colour brightness and contrast problems, controlling print size, cropping, use of selection tools, use of clone tool and a basic introductioin to layers. The course is suitable for users with basic computer skills. It would normally be delivered over two, 2 hour sessions to between one and three delegates. more...
Matrix Plus
Who Moved My Cheese The NEW programme on change, Changing the Way You Look at Change, includes, at no extra charge the original, 16-minute, award-winning movie, Who Moved My Cheese?
This complete programme on change contains a stunningly produced new DVD programme, fully chaptered and available in both facilitated and unfacilitated versions.
Easy-to-navigate chaptered topics have been authored to encourage viewers to delve deeper into the process of change, look at individual change sitatuions through to a re-evaluation of your own change situation, both at work and individually.
Viewers will also enjoy, AT NO EXTRA CHARGE, the BONUS original classic, 16-minute animation based on the best selling book that was at the heart of whole Who Moved My Cheese? philosophy. Don't miss this NEW programme. It's more...
LearningMeasure.com
Microsys Technologies and Solutions Pvt. Ltd.,
Microsost Biztalk Server 2006 Introduction to BizTalk Server 2006
Creating and Configuring Schemas
Creating a Schema Map
Configuring Pipelines
Configuring Adaptors
Configuring BizTalk Messaging
Deploying and Testing a BizTalk Solution
Tracking BizTalk Message Activity
Creating a BizTalk Orchestration
Creating Business Transactions
Consuming and Publishing Web Services
Integrating with SQL Server
Configuring SMTP and POP3
Integrating with Windows Share Point Server more...
EJA International
NLP based Consultative Sales Training for Real Estate Professionals NLP based Consultative Sales Training - Dubai
2 Days of experiential learning for
Real Estate Professionals!
Set yourself apart from your competitors!
Like most Real Estate Professionals you are dealing with agents, developers, property owners and potential buyers.
As this industry is highly competitive we have created a program specifically designed for you!
The consultative style of selling is becoming the only style for the professional salesperson. This is because most of today's more sophisticated, better educated, and better informed customers are no longer prepared to accept the insincere, techniques-based, and frequently manipulative approach of the old-style salesperson, especially here in the Middle East.
Visit http://www.sales-training-dubai.com/realestate_sales.html to more...
Frontline Test Equipment
Taylor Performance Solutions, Inc.
High Impact Presentation Skills If your employees speak in public or give presentations this training is ideal for your business. Our programs can be tailored to your business, your clients and your business needs. Whatever level of experience, the skills in this training are designed to help employees:
Develop tailored materials to meet the audience s needs
Develop a mission statement, theme, and outline
Use verbal tools to make the presentation memorable
Exude professionalism using body language and voice
Promote the right attitude and image with their appearance
Erase fear and demonstrate confidence more...
Last Minute Training
Marketing Basics for Business Success (Durham Region) Nov 16, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Increase your knowledge of fundamental marketing basics to develop sound marketing plans and understand how to implement them.
Understand what marketing is, and what it is not
Develop an understanding of the key concepts and terminology in contemporary marketing management
Learn why marketing is fundamental to any industry, and a basic business activity more...
Your Professional Services Practice - Incorporate Coaching For Higher Value Nov 21, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Implement coaching principles and techniques within your professional service practice and set yourself apart with clients.
Discover how coaching can bring a unique dimension to your service portfolio
Implement coaching tools and methods within your business
Understand the coaching mentality and how to work with clients to set goals and achieve them more...
Your Professional Services Practice - Incorporate Coaching For Higher Value Nov 14, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Implement coaching principles and techniques within your professional service practice and set yourself apart with clients.
Discover how coaching can bring a unique dimension to your service portfolio
Implement coaching tools and methods within your business
Understand the coaching mentality and how to work with clients to set goals and achieve them more...
Managing Negative People and Difficult Employees (Toronto) Nov 23, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Negativity can be expressed in subtle and overt ways, and it erodes success. Learn how to create and foster a more positive work environment for all team members.
Understand negativity and its causes
Find ways to release the negativity in others
Neutralize negative and difficult behaviour more...
The Nano-Productivity Conference November 15, 2006
8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Become the more productive individual you ve envisioned by mastering the techniques of nano-productivity . Unlock advanced features in your everyday software programs, and learn tips and techniques to make your favourite hardware devices work harder for you. more...
Networking Made Easy (Toronto) Nov 28, 2006
8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Networking is a basic and critical skill for success in any work environment. Learn some fundamentals that will help you to become a better and more confident networker.
Why networking is more than simply handing out business cards
Learn techniques to take the fear out of networking
Develop effective strategies to maintain and grow your network more...
Managing Negative People and Difficult Employees (Durham Region) Nov 9, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Negativity can be expressed in subtle and overt ways, and it erodes success. Learn how to create and foster a more positive work environment for all team members.
Understand negativity and its causes
Find ways to release the negativity in others
Neutralize negative and difficult behaviour more...
Marketing Basics for Business Success (Toronto) Nov 7, 2006
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Increase your knowledge of fundamental marketing basics to develop sound marketing plans and understand how to implement them.
Understand what marketing is, and what it is not
Develop an understanding of the key concepts and terminology in contemporary marketing management
Learn why marketing is fundamental to any industry, and a basic business activity more...
Biz Launch Up and Running Business Start Up Training 5 Saturday sessions from 10 a.m. 4 p.m. on November 18, November 25, December 2, December 9 & December 16.
Learn How to Run Your Small Business!
Guaranteed to make you a better entrepreneur.
Our popular 30-hour real-life small business training program will help you to build your dream enterprise. You'll learn how to run a small business, create a profitable business model, make key decisions, focus your marketing and develop a solid Business Plan.
Includes Unlimited BizCoaching - for life! Your program trainer becomes your personal Business Coach, available anytime to answer your questions, offer guidance, review your Business Plan and help you to achieve your goals.
Who should take this program? Anyone thinking about starting a small business, preparing to launch or currently more...
Supremus Group
HIPAA Security Contingency Plan Template Suite HIPAA Security Contingency Plan templates for the Business Impact Analysis ( BIA), Risk Assessment (RA), Business Continuity Plan ( BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
Contingency Plan Requirement for HIPAA
The HIPAA Security Rule 164.308(a)(7)(i) identifies Contingency Plan as a standard under Administrative Safeguards. Contingency Planning means the overall process of developing an approved set of arrangements and procedures to insure your business can respond to a disaster and resume its critical business functions within a required time frame objective. The primary objective is to reduce the level of risk and cost to you and the impact on your staff, customers and suppliers
Who can use HIPAA Contingency Plan Templates Suite? These templates can be used by more...
HIPAA Certification: CHP Training Manual Kit (level 1) The training kit for CHP HIPAA certification:
HIPAA Certification Level 1 Manual
This is the official book and most advanced training manual for HIPAA Certification of Certified HIPAA Professional (CHP) and Certified HIPAA Administrator ( CHA).
Laminated HIPAA Course Cards
These 4-page laminated cards are ideal to use as a quick desktop reference for HIPAA regulations.
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Liquid Mirror Enterprises
Weekend Hypnotherapy Certification Training Join world-famous hypnotherapist and hypnosis trainer Michael Stevenson for this amazing weekend hypnotherapy certification training. Learn how to help yourself and others using sure-fire, almost self-working techniques and make an impressive income working from your own home or office. No prior experience is necessary, and no degrees are required.
Michael is considered one of the world's foremost experts in hypnosis and hypnotherapy. His book, Learn Hypnosis... Now is the current 1 best-selling book on hypnosis. He has taught tens of thousands of people how to hypnotize themselves and others with proven, no-nonsense techniques that even young teens have mastered.
Hypnosis is a powerful, all-natural medium for change and for encouraging natural healing powers of the body. It has been more...
Mutual Vision Consulting
Corporate Cultures THE TRUST FACTOR; CREATING WIN/ WIN RELATIONSHIPS
During this program, you will learn the core elements of trust. You will have an opportunity to assess your own trustworthiness. You will learn to view others from a paradigm of trust and goodwill rather than mistrust and alienation. You will learn how to engage in vigorous dialogue and arrive at win/win outcomes. more...
Ora Solution
Real Application Clusters ORAS is a leading Information Technology provider in Consulting, Out Sourcing, Training, Services and business Process outsourcing organization that envisioned and Pioneered the adoption of the flexible global business practice that today enable companies to operate more efficiently and Produce more value.
ORAS relationships are driven by shared values and goals and not rigid, lock-in contract that limit your flexibility. We act as your partner in quickly moving large volumes of work offshore, and if required we can engage with you at a strategic business Level to transform your IT portfolio, in ERP Oracle 11i Apps and SAP & Non ERP RFID. Our focus is not just great technology, but bottom line Business impact.
ORA Solutions
AD-9, 10th Main Road,
II Avenue,, Anna Nagar,
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The Virtual Training Company
Adobe Photoshop Advanced Artistry II Adobe Photoshop Advanced Artistry II, is a course designed for professional designers and photographers who use Adobe Photoshop CS2. The course is designed to showcase cutting-edge creative techniques in many artistic disciplines such as digital imaging, color correction and manipulation, photo retouching, advanced production techniques and other popular graphic effects. This practical step-by-step tutorial by certified Photoshop Trainer Rita Amladi, is guaranteed to raise your knowledge level, and it will inspire you to apply these successful techniques in your own projects right away. In addition, several " Mini-Tutorials" shed light on key concepts and tools covered in each section. An entire section is devoted to teaching you about color management, which will ensure that you get the more...
Carrara 5 Carrara 5 is an easy-to-use but extremely powerful 3D application for both PC and Macintosh/ MacIntel. Able to produce high resolution, lithography quality art to animated movies complete with particle effects, Carrara is one of the most universal 3D toolsets for any studio or work environment. This simple to follow how-to course functions on two levels: 1) Introduces someone new to Carrara software to the ins and outs of 3D content creation with this amazing tool, and 2) Demonstrates advanced capabilities for more experienced users - building on top of fundamentals. Work files are made available, so users can successfully explore and discover the secrets of working with Carrara! To being learning Carrara 5 today, simply click on one of the movie links. more...
Ajax Ajax, shorthand for Asynchronous Javascript and XML, is a set of technologies that allows you to create Web applications that don't need to refresh Web pages in the browser. You can operate behind the scenes, connecting to the server, uploading and downloading data, and display the results in the browser using dynamic HTML. Using Ajax gives your Web pages the feel of a desktop application--the whole display will no longer flash when you click a button. VTC Author Steve Holzner helps you get started developing and building your own Ajax capable web pages. A familiarity with Javascript, XML and PHP are recommended for this course. To begin learning, simply click the links. more...
FileMaker Pro 8 Expert FileMaker Pro is powerful enough to handle most database jobs yet easy enough to create simple solutions in minutes. This practical "how to" course by FileMaker expert John Mark Osborne, starts from an expert level and uses a calendar example to demonstrate FileMaker Pro theta join relationships, complex calculations and sophisticated scripting techniques. Moreover, relationships, calculations, scripts and other features are combined to show the true power of a FileMaker solution. Even if you don't want to create a calendar, this tutorial will teach you techniques you can use in any solution. Examples of the calendar file are provided at every stage of the creation process, so the user can easily review one section without starting from the beginning. To begin learning more, simply click more...
Sony Acid Pro 6 Sony Acid Pro 6 has become the favorite loop-based music creation tool for millions of musicians world-wide. It provides all of the tools of a full featured professional music workstation: Loop based music creation, multitrack audio and midi recording, mixing and editing, professional effects, Soft Synth / MIDI support, exclusive quantization, professional automation workflow tools and more. Acid Pro 6 includes a custom edition of Native Instruments KOMPAKT. This full featured VSTi sample playback engine ships with over 120 additional instruments. VTC Author and Musician - Robert Correll covers all aspects of the Acid Pro software from installation, navigating the interface, music creation, mixing and publishing as well as using the KOMPAKT plug-in. To get started learning Acid Pro 6, more...
Macromedia Flash 8 Fundamentals Macromedia Flash 8 has continued the application's trend of being the industry standard tool for developing animation and rich media content for internet delivery. In this tutorial, VTC author Rick Martin starts from the ground up and gives you a solid foundation in the fundamentals of Flash 8. He covers general concepts such as Flash movie architecture and animation basics and guidelines, as well as more specific topics like getting the most out of the Flash tools and panels. Along the way he includes drawing and compositing, importing bitmaps, video and sound, as well as a section on ActionScript that shows you how to use easy-to-understand scripts to bring your Flash presentations to life. By the end of the tutorial, he starts you down the path to eventually becoming a fully fledged more...
Mac OS X Dashboard Dashboard provides instant access to widgets (mini-applications) that "float" over the desktop. These widgets provide simple functionality such as a calculator or clock; interaction with data from iTunes, the Address Book or other local apps; and interaction across the Web to get weather reports, stock quotes, etc. This course provides an introduction to Dashboard and you will learn how to create your own widgets. VTC author Jesse Feiler guides you through the steps to build a time clock widget to track your time and export it to a TextEdit document. To begin learning simply click the links. more...
Macromedia RoboHelp X5 Applications today have become sophisticated to an extent that a Help system is required for an average user to understand them. Macromedia RoboHelp is the fastest, easiest way to create professional Help systems and documentation for desktop and web-based applications, including .NET and Rich Internet Applications. Create Help systems that include Help topics, Table of Contents, Index, Glossary, context-sensitive Help, and more. Generate Help systems in any popular online Help format, plus press-ready printed documentation. VTC author, Eric Butow, teaches users the various types of projects that can be created using RoboHelp, component and design requirements for creating a fully functional Help system, how to convert an HTML Help project into different Help formats from a single source, more...
AppleScript 2006 AppleScript is an easy-to-use scripting language that allows you to control applications on a Macintosh. With AppleScript, you can speed up processes, reduce user error, and ensure consistency. It also enables automated workflow and routine tasks, unattended operation 24 hours a day, and even cross-platform scripting. Author Ben Waldie carefully explains all of these capabilities and more of this updated version of AppleScript. To begin learning simple click on the links. more...
Adobe Photoshop Elements 4 0 Adobe Photoshop Elements 4.0 is the consumer version of Adobe's professional-level graphics program, Adobe Photoshop. Powerful and flexible, Photoshop Elements adjusts to your level of expertise and ability. Quickly fix photos with the easy-to-use tools in the Quick Fix mode or switch to the Standard Edit mode to have all the tools at your disposal. Become a digital artist, optimize images for the Web, or create vast panoramas. Use the Photo Organizer to catalog your photo collection, print or order copies, create slide shows, album pages, greeting cards, calendars, and more. The sample pictures the author uses to illustrate his examples are included so you can follow along with him. To begin learning Photoshop Elements 4.0 today, simply click on one of the movie links. more...
Adobe After Effects 7 - Rock Solid Foundation Adobe After Effects 7 is the world leading application for motion graphics, hands down. You've seen work created in it for both film and television and been amazed by the quality of effects it can create. This amazing training series will get you up to speed with this industry standard program faster and more thoroughly than you could ever imagine! Chad Perkins is an expert in After Effects with years of experience teaching beginners how to quickly get up to speed creating amazing graphics with this useful and fun application. Chad has a very energetic and humorous teaching style that will not only get you a rock solid foundation with After Effects, but will also keep you entertained the entire time. Also, as a special bonus, included with this training package are work files, sample After more...
Apple Logic Pro 7 This VTC course will help students create their own music using Logic Pro 7 and its vast array of software instruments, Apple Loops and effects. Learn to create a customized audio and MIDI configuration that will seamlessly integrate with any personal production studio. In depth lessons will cover MIDI and audio recording, streamlined editing and arrangement techniques, user defined key commands, automation, scoring to picture and surround mixing. This class is designed for those that want to learn music production and composition using Logic Pro. To being learning Logic Pro 7 today, simply click on one of the movie links. more...
Introduction To Computer Forensics Computer forensics is a new and exiting field that is gaining popularity. Because of the complexity and legal boundaries, few truly understand what skills are required to be an effective computer forensics technician. VTC author's Bobby Rogers and Brad Causey take you step by step through the entire investigative process, explaining all the details that an investigator would have to know. To begin learning today simply click on one of the links. more...
Linux Professional Institute Level 1 Understanding the Linux operating system is absolutely essential to any IT professional who wishes to add breadth to their resume. Linux has placed itself, strategically, all around us, and understanding the basic and inner workings of it can prove extremely valuable. VTC authors Brad Causey and Bobby Rogers will take you though the basics of Linux with the LPI 101 course, explaining each piece step-by-step. To begin learning, simply click on the links. more...
Search Engine Optimization 2006 The Internet provides a tremendous opportunity to reach potential customers on a worldwide level, faster and easier than has ever been possible before. There are over 1 billion people online throughout the world today, and this number is growing larger every day at an unprecedented rate. With this many people online, it's no surprise that the amount of search engine traffic throughout the world is staggering. The choices offered online, in terms of quantity and quality of websites, is also tremendous. It's easy to get lost in the crowd and many new websites have failed because of poor search engine optimization.
VTC Author James Gonzalez is here to help you rise above the web noise and get noticed. From keyword placement to the best utilization of code, learn important tips you must more...
Ableton Live 5 Ableton Live is a powerful "sequencing instrument" designed for each stage of the musical process, from creation to production to performance. In the creative stage, Live is intuitive and responsive, encouraging the flow of musical ideas. During production, Live provides all of the professional tools required to complete and perfect projects. On stage, Live delivers unique expressive control and stability. This tutorial will take you through all of these stages with real world examples and detailed explanations of this powerful musical tool. To begin learning Ableton Live 5 today, simply click on one of the movie topics. more...
ACT by Sage 2006 VTC author, Bill Ferguson, has used and taught others to use, contact management software for more than 10 years. This tutorial provides detailed information needed to make the most out of ACT! by Sage 2006. Ferguson demonstrates how contact management software can efficiently and effectively increase user productivity. Learn to track contacts, follow leads, create reports, write letters and faxes, and even automate quotes using ACT!. To begin learning ACT! for Sage 2006 today, simply click on one of the movie links. more...
FileMaker Pro 8 Beginner Intermediate and Advanced Bundle Join FileMaker Guru John Mark Osborne, as he guides you through this comprehensive 3 part series.
To view demos online, go to the individual titles: FileMaker Pro 8: Beginner
FileMaker Pro 8: Intermediate
FileMaker Pro 8: Advanced
* Most techniques used in these videos are applicable to both FileMaker 8 and 7. Substitute techniques for FM7 users will be discussed when necessary.
** The completed invoicing solution included on the beginner, intermediate and advanced FileMaker Pro 8 training is provided as a visual goal. Upon completion of all three titles, you will have created the exact same invoicing solution. If you would like to purchase the completed invoicing solution, please visit the databasepros.com web site. more...
AutoCAD 2006 for Architects AutoCAD is the most popular tool for Architectural drawing and CAD productivity. This practical "how to" course by Ivanhoe Tejeda introduces AutoCAD to first-time users who want to learn basic 2D CAD drawing skills. The tutorial begins with basic drawing examples and leads the user towards an example of a typical construction drawing. Special attention is given to fundamental concepts that will enable the user to apply learned skills to future projects. PDF documents of the drawings are provided to assist in the learning process. Sample work files are also included with the tutorial. To begin learning AutoCAD 2006 today, simply click on one of the links. more...
FileMaker Pro 8 Advanced FileMaker Pro is powerful enough to handle most database jobs yet easy enough to create simple solutions in minutes. This practical "how to" course by FileMaker expert John Mark Osborne, starts from advanced level and uses a single invoicing example to demonstrate FileMaker Pro features and techniques including the Ultimate Find, saving a found set of records for future retrieval, saving find criteria for future use, text parsing to create features, making new requests easier for users, parsing web form generated emails, five methods for deleting duplicates, recursive phone filter, creating preferences in a single-user and multi-user scenario, web-like back and forward buttons, conditional buttons, custom form letters, changing text attributes with scripts and many more techniques with an more...
FileMaker Pro 8 Intermediate FileMaker Pro is powerful enough to handle most database jobs yet easy enough to create simple solutions in minutes. This practical "how to" course by FileMaker expert, John Mark Osborne, starts from intermediate level and uses a single invoicing example to demonstrate FileMaker Pro features and techniques including interface design, relational database design, relationship operators, multiple predicates, table occurrences, portal filters, security, scripts, calculations, FileMaker Pro Advanced, multi-user solutions, record locking, multi-keys and deleting duplicate records. Examples of the invoice file are provided at every stage of the creation process so the user can easily review one section without starting from the beginning. To being learning FileMaker Pro 8 today, simply click on more...
Cisco CCNA 640-801 VTC's Cisco CCNA 640-801 training tutorial is designed to help you pass certification test and become a Cisco Certified Network Associate ( CCNA). VTC Author Bill Ferguson specifically targets the four major objective groups listed on the Cisco web site. These include Planning and Designing LANs and WANs, Implementation and Operation of Routers and Switches, Troubleshooting Cisco Networks, and Understanding Cisco Networking Technologies. VTC Certified author Bill Ferguson gives thorough and comprehensive training using examples and analogies to make this information easier to learn and easier to remember. To begin learning today, simply click on the links. more...
Microsoft Entourage 2004 Microsoft Entourage 2004 is a personal information manager ( PIM) application that is a key component in the Office 2004 productivity suite. Entourage can be used not only to send and receive e-mail messages, but also can be used to manage and share contact information, manage calendar events, track to-do items, and more. Expert instructor Timothy Warner provides step-by-step instruction on learning practically every element of Entourage 2004, from installation, to account setup, to everyday use, to tips and tricks that will make your professional life and personal life more user-friendly and productive. To being learning today, simply click on one of the Microsoft Entourage 2004 links. more...
Mac OS X Automator One of the major new features of Mac OS X 10.4 ( Tiger) is Automator. It is a tool that lets you build workflows from actions that may be provided by Apple (over 200 are part of the Automator installation), by software developers -- or by you, following the techniques described in the second part of this tutorial. You can use Automator to automate repetitive tasks or to manage complex and rarely-performed tasks. If you have Mac OS X 10.4 (Tiger) or later, you have Automator. VTC author Jesse Feiler guides you through using the software, taking advantage of the actions you already have, and show you how to build your own actions ranging from simple to complex. To begin learning, simply click on the links. more...
Cakewalk Sonar 4 5 Cakewalk Sonar is a fully-integrated MIDI sequencer and multitrack audio recorder. Sonar's innovative surround sound, A/V capabilities and precision engineering tools make it the definitive audio production environment on the Windows platform. Sonar 5 ups the ante exponentially, with 64-bit processing, V-Vocal Vocal Processor, Perfect Space Convolution Reverb, and a host of other new Instruments, FX and features! VTC author, David Ludwig, begins the tutorial by covering the basics of Sonar installation, tweaking Windows XP for optimization, and exploring the interface. Learn to record, edit and mix within Sonar, take advantage of advanced automation techniques, create loops and groove clips, use software synthesizers, and see a project through from start to finish. To begin learning today, more...
FileMaker Pro 8 Beginner FileMaker Pro 8 is powerful enough to handle most database jobs yet easy enough to create simple solutions in minutes. This practical "how to" course by FileMaker expert, John Mark Osborne, starts from beginner level and uses a single invoicing example to demonstrate all the features in FileMaker Pro including: field creation, finding, sorting, layout mode, container fields, auto-entry, validation, printing, scripts, calculations, importing, exporting and interface design. Examples of the invoice file are provided at every stage of the creation process so the user can easily review one section without starting from the beginning. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the FileMaker Pro 8: Beginner lessons.
The completed invoicing solution included on the beginner, intermediate more...
Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 Tap into the advanced authoring toolset of Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 to create everything from DVD dailies, to highly interactive commercial titles in both SD and HD. VTC author, Nathan Haggard, shows how to get the most of the application's sophisticated design tools, templates, and transitions, offering unparalleled creative freedom. High end features and integration with graphic programs allow for unlimited customization. Pre-built templates and artwork allows one to easily create a professional DVD in minutes. To begin learning Apple DVD Studio Pro 4 today, simply click on one of the lessons below. more...
Designing Active Directory for Windows Server 2003 70-297 Microsoft network infrastructures can grow to become very large and complex. To master the design of network infrastructures, you will need the ability to understand and engineer complex customer needs and requirements. This course will carry you though the process of understanding and designing a Microsoft Server 2003 Active Directory and Network infrastructure. VTC Author Brad Causey gives a detailed guide of Active DIrectory, from concepts through practical applications, to help you prepare for the 70-297 certification exam. To begin learning simply click on the links. more...
VBScript Instructor, Steve Holzner, teaches you VBScript , the powerful scripting language that comes built into Internet Explorer. Learn to use VBScript code to change web pages on the fly, check data before it's sent to the server, or perform calculations behind the scenes. Make web pages come alive by handling the data the user enters into controls like text fields, list boxes, and dialog boxes. VBScript it also the language used in Active Server Pages ( ASP), using such servers as the Internet Information Server ( IIS) or Microsoft's Personal Web Server (PWS). Using VBScript in ASP, you can execute your own code on the server, putting together web pages in real time to send back to the browser. To being learning today, simple click on one of the VBScript lessons. more...
Sony Vegas 6 Sony Vegas 6 is a comprehensive video and production system that features native real-time SD, DV, and HDV editing. Vegas doesn't care what format your video or audio is in. If you can capture it or record it, you can place it on the timeline and Vegas will take care of the rest. Add unrivaled audio tools, a sensible, visual approach to digital production, outrageous power and lightning speed, and you get productivity to the MAX with this elegant, efficient digital audio and video solution. VTC author, David Ludwig, demonstrates how to get the most out of Vegas through project examples. Learn how to customize your workspace, import, edit, and export media, hone compositing and color correction skills, and much more. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Sony Vegas 6 links. more...
MCDST Certification The Microsoft Certified Desktop Support Technician ( MCDST) certification will get you started in your IT career by ensuring you have the skills to successfully troubleshoot desktop environments running on the Microsoft Windows operating system. VTC Certified author Bill Ferguson gives a thorough and comprehensive guide to MCDST that will help you pass the test and start or advance your IT career. To begin learning today, simply click on the links. more...
MCSE 2003 Core Objectives Bundle Get in-depth training and practice with the skills measured by the core exams for MCSE certification for Windows Server 2003-all in one bundle! Covering Exams 70-290, 70-291, 70-293, and 70-294, these tutorials provide in-depth, self-paced training, and exam tips from exam-certified authors. The tutorials provide real-world scenarios, case study examples, and troubleshooting skills you can apply to the job.
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Blogging Blogging! Although in 1999 there were fewer than 100 weblogs known to be in existence, nowadays one is hard-pressed to miss a blog anywhere on the Internet. In this VTC tutorial, master instructor, Tim Warner, presents a comprehensive introduction to the world of blogging. From the history of blogging, to an overview of relevant terminology, to an in-depth consideration of three major blog-creation services, Warner leaves no stone unturned and focuses his instruction on learners of all ability levels. By the conclusion of these lessons the learner will be fully equipped to enter the blogosphere and join the enlightened league of webloggers! To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Blogging lessons. more...
CompTIA i-Net Certification VTC's CompTIA i-Net+ Certification is intended for users who are interested in pursuing Internet-related careers and provides information required to prepare for the CompTIA i-Net+ certification. The CompTIA i-Net+ certification validates the knowledge of technical and non-technical professionals with at least six months experience in Internet, Intranet, Extranet and E-commerce technologies.
i-Net+ is a lifetime certification; therefore, you do not have to upgrade the certification later in order to maintain your credentials. This tutorial, by VTC author Richard Watson, provides information that covers the following objectives: Internet basics and clients, development, networking, security and buisness concepts. To begin learning today simply click on the links. more...
Poser 5 Poser is a 3d-character animation and design tool for digital artists and animators. From an included collection of human and animal models and props, this program enables you to create movies, images, and posed 3D figures. With Virtual Training Company's Poser 5 tutorial, this application becomes easy for any user, artist, or animator to master. Author Dwayne Ferguson starts with the basics of Poser and then takes you further using various case and animation studies. Work Files are included. To being learning today, simply click on one of the Poser 5 lessons. more...
Apple Final Cut Pro 5 An industry standard, Final Cut Pro 5 delivers powerful and precise editing tools that work with virtually any format, from DV and native HDV to fully uncompressed HD. With multicam editing tools, advanced color correction and intuitive audio mixing, Final Cut Pro gives you more creative options and technical control than ever before. Whether you are editing a home video, or the next film that will take the independent world by storm, Final Cut Pro is the program to use. This tutorial will walk you through capturing your own video and setting up your projects, all the way through learning about high definition formats, color correction, effects and final output. All laid out in an easy to follow format. This course will get you up and editing in no time! To being learning today, simply more...
Real World PHP Programming The Basics In Real World PHP Programming: The Basics, VTC Author Mike Morton introduces PHP programming in a fashion that is immediately applicable to experienced programmers, and new programmers alike. This programming title does not focus on getting certified in PHP, but rather focuses on the application of PHP in everyday programming, including the proper terminology as well as learning PHP slang. Starting with the absolute basics of PHP types and statements, Mike progresses you through conditional and loops, MySQL, and into advanced topics such as functions and session management. With working examples, and application of what you are learning shown throughout, Mike makes learning PHP an easy and enjoyable endeavour. To begin learning today simply click on one of the links. more...
Apple Motion 2 Enter new areas of performance and creativity with the real time motion graphics and compositing powerhouse, Apple Motion 2 . VTC author, Scott Simmons, shows users how to take advantage of the Motion 2 toolset. Motion's behavioral animation tools and presets afford unprecedented freedom to produce natural and complex animations with little time or effort. You'll be designing motion graphics quickly as you adopt your own techniques to build stunning animations. A DVD containing work files and footage, courtesy of Artbeats and Master Communication, is also included. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Apple Motion 2 lessons below.
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Introduction To XML XML ( Extensible Markup Language) is a W3C-recommended general-purpose markup language for creating special-purpose markup languages. It is capable of describing many different kinds of data. Its primary purpose is to facilitate the sharing of data across different systems, particularly systems connected via the Internet. XML allows more control over data and is instumental in the use of RDF, RSS, XHTML and SVG. VTC Author, Mark Long guides you through the first steps of utilizing XML for your data and your websites. Whether you are building an RSS feed for a podcast or building a Java based program, this tutorial will give you the foundation to move ahead. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Introduction to XML lessons. more...
Adobe After Effects 6 5 Advanced Adobe After Effects 6.5 is the standard for professional motion graphics, compositing and animation from the acknowledged world leader in graphics software, Adobe Systems, Inc. It is affectionately known as " Photoshop in motion" by those who use it daily. It is employed by Hollywood film production companies, independent filmmakers, major television studios, local television stations and anyone interested in motion graphics. This tutorial, by motion graphics expert and VTC author, Nathan Dickson, is the companion to the beginner-level After Effects 6 Tutorial and will take your understanding to a more advanced level. Work files are included so that you can follow along and interact with the files Nathan shows you in the training. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Adobe more...
Cakewalk Sonar 4 Cakewalk Sonar 4 is a fully-integrated MIDI sequencer and multitrack audio recorder. Sonar's innovative surround sound, A/V capabilities and precision engineering tools make it the definitive audio production environment on the Windows platform. VTC author, David Ludwig, begins the tutorial by covering the basics of Sonar installation, tweaking Windows XP for optimization, and exploring the interface. Learn to record, edit and mix within Sonar, take advantage of advanced automation techniques, create loops and groove clips, use software synthesizers, and see a project through from start to finish. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Cakewalk Sonar 4 lessons. more...
Introduction to E-Commerce This course provides a user with the fundamentals of analyzing, designing and building an E-Commerce website. The course is taught from the viewpoint of a web developer working with a small business client and covers such topics as proposals, contracts, site design, marketing, financial and security considerations, shopping cart technology, billing, order processing, shipping, confirmation and much more. From beginning concepts to final site setup, this course is essential for anyone wanting to build an E-Commerce website. Work Files are included. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Introduction to E-Commerce lessons. more...
Java 2 JSP and Servlets JavaServer Pages and Java Servlets are programs executed by a Web server to produce Web pages which are sent to a client Web browser in response to a request from the browser. This course by Arthur Griffith not only demonstrates how to write them, it also shows how to deploy them to a server and make them run in response to a request. Both Servlets and JavaServer pages can read from files, including the use of SQL to read from a relational database, and use the information to construct a Web page. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Java 2: JSP and Servlets lessons. more...
Adobe ImageReady CS Adobe ImageReady CS is a companion program to the popular image editing application " Photoshop CS". For years, Photoshop has been one of the leaders in the graphics design arena, becoming the industry standard for photographers, print designers and game developers alike. While Photoshop handled many image editing tasks well, designing graphics for the Web brought on a new set of requirements. Enter Adobe ImageReady. Adobe ImageReady allows users to optimize graphics and text for fast downloads, create slices and rollovers, animations, interactivity and much more. VTC author Rick Martin, begins by teaching the basic tool set and then moves on to more advanced concepts. Work files are included. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Adobe ImageReady CS lessons. more...
Microsoft Visio 2003 Microsoft Visio 2003 is a scalable, powerful drawing application that can be used to conceptualize and visualize just about any business process. Whether creating network diagrams, flowcharts, calendars, or organizational charts, Visio can make a professional drafter out of practically anyone. Expert trainer Timothy Warner provides you with easy-to-follow instruction and gives you the tools you need to develop intermediate-level Visio 2003 skills quickly and easily. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Microsoft Visio 2003 lessons. more...
Apple iWork 05 Apple iWork '05 allows users to bring ideas to life with Keynote 2 and the powerful word processor, Pages. Keynote set the standard for creating media presentations and now Keynote 2 lets users build gorgeous photography portfolios, animated storyboards and self-running, interactive slideshows. With its built-in iLife Media Browser, Apple iWork '05 is the perfect complement to iLife. VTC author, Brian Culp teaches users how to maximize the potential of Apple iWork '05, covering the basics of both Keynote 2 and Pages before demonstrating advanced techniques and tricks anyone can master. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Apple iWork '05 lessons. more...
AutoCAD 2005 for Architects AutoCAD 2005 for Architects builds upon the previous title, AutoCAD 2004 for Architects. It is intended for intermediate to advanced users who want to take full advantage of AutoCAD in an architectural environment. This tutorial will guide the user to more advanced 2D features of AutoCAD and basic 3D concepts. VTC author, Ivanhoe Tejeda, begins the tutorial by creating working drawings for a single family residence before moving on to create a 3D model of the home. The tutorial will also introduce Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop software, useful in the creation of color presentations. To being learning today, simply click on one of the AutoCAD 2005 for Architects lessons. more...
discreet 3ds max 7 Discreet 3ds max 7 is the latest version of Discreet's award-winning modeling, animation, and rendering solution used by the world's top 3D professional artists and designers to create eye-catching visual effects, cutting-edge games, and unique design visualizations. VTC Author Michael Hurwicz guides you through visualization, construction and animation of your own 3D projects and characters, utilizing 3ds max 7's improved character creation and animation features. His expertise and easy to follow teaching style will have you creating worlds of your own in no time. To get started learning 3ds max 7 today, simply click on the links. more...
Lightwave 3D Advanced Modeling VTC author, Frank Maturi teaches users advanced concepts of Lightwave 3D Modeling. He begins by demonstrating how to set up a Modeler interface, while detailing general and display options, units, layouts, backdrops, and viewports. He then shows users how to find blueprints and reference images from the Web, use Photoshop for blueprint preparation, set up background templates within Modeler, and use tools to create splines. Work files are also included with the tutorial. To begin learning today, simpy click on one of the Lightwave 3D Advanced Modeling lessons. more...
Apple Motion Enter new areas of performance and creativity with the real time motion graphics and compositing powerhouse, Apple Motion . VTC author, Scott Simmons, shows users how to take advantage of Motion's powerful toolset. Motion's behavioral animation tools and presets afford unprecedented freedom to produce natural and complex animations with little time or effort. You'll be designing motion graphics quickly as you adopt your own techniques to build stunning animations. A DVD containing work files and footage, courtesy of Artbeats and Master Communication, is also included. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Apple Motion lessons below. more...
Adobe Creative Suite Power Projects The Adobe Creative Suite contains a powerful and extremely flexible set of tools that a creative person can use to make art. Whether working on an advertisement for a client, a painting for a gallery exhibit, or even an illustration for a children's book, there are tools for each job and more. The course is led by Dwayne J. Ferguson, a professional illustrator, author and creator of popular comic book and television characters. Work files are provided where necessary, so the user can follow along, or feel free to use his or her own imagination in the application of the techniques demonstrated. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Adobe Creative Suite Power Projects lessons. more...
Adobe Photoshop for Photographers 3rd Edition Adobe Photoshop for Photographers ( 3rd Edition) focuses on three main areas of interest: professional photography techniques, supercharging user workflow, and releasing user creativity. VTC author, Gavin Phillips, shows users how to greatly increase workflow and productivity using Photoshop, while also becoming more "business creative" in the process. Learn how to create tasteful and marketable artistic effects in less than five minutes using custom actions, all of which are included on the tutorial. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Adobe Photoshop for Photographers (3rd Edition) lessons. more...
Java 2 Certified Programmer The Java 2: Certified Programmer tutorial is for programmers experienced in using the basic syntax and structure of the Java programming language who wish to take the Sun Certified Programmer for Java 2 Platform exam . This course covers the information required by certification exam 310-035, which is the exam for Java 2 version 1.4. It also includes the information needed for 310-036, which is the certification exam for upgrading a certification from version 1.2 to version 1.4. It also includes the information required by 311-055, which is the certification exam for Java 2 version 5.0. The latest releases added several new features to the language. VTC Author Arthur Griffith guides you through this preparation tutorial on your journey to certification. To begin learning Java 2: Certified more...
CompTIA Network Certification 2005 Objectives The CompTIA Network+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of networking professionals with at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or adequate academic training. An accepted foundation-level, vendor-neutral certification for networking professionals, many IT certifications integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculums. VTC Author Brad Causey helps you prepare for the CompTIA Network+ Certification, including the new 2005 exam objectives. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the links to CompTIA Network+ Certification ( 2005 Objectives). more...
Data Modeling Data modeling is the act of exploring data-oriented structures. When building a database, data modeling implies the creation of a model for data within that database. Data models can be used for a variety of purposes, from high-level conceptual models to physical data models. VTC author, Gavin Powell, covers topics such as normalization and denormalization for relational data modeling, fact dimensional structures for data warehouse data modeling, and basic object data modeling for object databases. Powell also examines useful web sites and vendor software, such as Oracle database, for finding data modeling information. To being learning today, simply click on one of the Data Modeling lessons. more...
J2EE Java 2 Enterprise Edition J2EE is an acronym for Java 2 Enterprise Edition. The Java 2 Enterprise Edition is Software that can be used along with the J2SE, the Java 2 Standard Edition which includes the compiler and the other fundamentals of Java. The J2EE software includes development and deployment systems for Java Servlets and Java ServerPages. Both of these combine Java and HTML to produce web pages on demand. VTC Author Arthur Griffith takes you on a step by step guide to understanding this powerful component of Java programming. To begin learning today simply click on the J2EE links. more...
Microsoft Project 2003 Product managers need to track project resources, time, and cost, schedule tasks efficiently, exchange project information, and communicate with resources while maintaining control over a project. VTC author, Brian Culp, teaches users Microsoft Project 2003 , an invaluable project management tool that allows product managers to take control. Learn how to start projects, create and edit tasks, assign resources to tasks, share project information, and much more. To begin learning today, simply click on one fo the Microsoft Project 2003 lessons. more...
ASP Scripting ASP is a server-side technology that uses a scripting language to generate dynamic Web pages. As a server side scripting language, ASP uses both built-in and external objects to generate web pages from a web server onto a client machine, generating HTML code to be viewed in a browser over the Internet. ASP also makes heavy use of a scripting/programming language called VBScript. VBScript is syntactically equivalent to the popular Microsoft SDK Visual Basic. VTC author, Gavin Powell, takes you from the basics of creating your first ASP page, through to the complexities of database access and beyond. To begin learning ASP scripting, simply click on one of the ASP Scripting lessons. more...
CompTIA Linux Certification This VTC tutorial is intended for users with some Linux experience and provides the information required to pass the CompTIA Linux+ certification exam. The CompTIA Linux+ certification is an industry credential that validates the knowledge of technicians with six months experience installing, operating, and maintaining Linux operating systems. The certification is intended to be entry level in difficulty and never require upgrading. This tutorial, by long time VTC author, Arthur Griffith, provides the information in the areas covered by the exam: planning the implementation, installation, configuration, administration, system maintenance, troubleshooting, and identifying, installing, and maintaining system hardware. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the CompTIA Linux+ more...
CompTIA Security Certification Networks are as integral to business today as paperclips and coffee. Everyday, data within shopping carts, employee records, bank records and more gets passed across networks worldwide. Whether it's an e-mail from the other end of the office or a financial transaction across continents, proper network security is essential. In the CompTIA Security+ tutorial, VTC Author Paul Wolfe guides you through every level of network security. Not only the information needed to pass the certification test, but also knowledge you will need to protect yourself and your clients. To begin learning now, simply click one of the Security+ links. more...
Oracle Performance Tuning 1Z0-033 VTC author, Gavin Powell, covers material in the 1Z0-033 Oracle 9i tuning certification examination, including the basics of performance tuning and tuning tools. Memory tuning covers the shared pool, the database buffer cache and other buffers. From an I/O perspective, topics covered are physical file structures of the database, tablespaces, datafiles and at the block level. Also covered are sorting, locking, latches and wait events, shared or dedicated server processes, statistics, SQL code tuning and resource management. There is also brief coverage of tuning in the operating system, plus specialized objects use. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Oracle Performance Tuning ( 1Z0-033) lessons. *View other requirements of the Oracle Certification by clicking here. more...
Macromedia Flash ActionScript 2 0 OOP Macromedia Flash is one of the most versatile and user-friendly applications available today. Combine Flash with the Internet and you have unlimited possibilities for everything from animation to web applications. With ActionScripting, all of that potential becomes easier and more streamlined. Object-oriented programming ( OOP) is a different approach to programming, intended to solve some of the development and maintenance problems commonly associated with large procedural programs. OOP is designed to make complex applications more manageable by breaking them down into self-contained, interacting modules. VTC author, Michael Hurwicz, explains the versatility and power of OOP complete with working examples and re-usable scripts. To begin learning today, click on one of the Macromedia Flash more...
Dynamic HTML DHTML Dynamic HTML ( DHTML) is an umberella term for a combination of HTML, XHTML, CSS, and a client side scripting language such as Javascript, or VBScript. DHTML allows developers to create engaging web sites with content that can move, change shape, size, color, or otherwise react to user actions without requiring a trip to the web server, or browser plug-in. VTC author, Darcey Spears, shows users step-by step how to build a web site, beginning with how to acquire client information, creating a site map, and onto planning for DXHTML elements. Work files are also provided for this tutorial. To being learning today, simply click on one of the Dynamic HTML lessons. more...
Animating In Flash Make your own cartoons! That is the beauty of Flash. Anyone with an idea can create their very own cartoons and animations and share them with the world on the Internet. In this tutorial VTC author and experienced animator Dwayne Ferguson will show you all the steps to creating your very own animations. From concept to planning, to creating and publishing. With " Animating In Flash" you will have the knowledge and skills to create your own animations for everyone to see. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Animating In Flash lessons. more...
Macromedia Director MX 2004 Macromedia Director MX 2004 is the proven multimedia tool for building rich content and applications for delivery via CD, DVD, and the Internet. Director MX 2004 offers many powerful new features, including two scripting languages, DVD-Video support, cross-platform publishing, and Flash MX 2004 integration. VTC author, Brian Maxx, details how users can work effectively and efficiently within Director MX 2004. He demonstrates how users can integrate Director MX 2004 with other image editing applications, such as Flash MX 2004 and Fireworks MX 2004. Project planning, brainstorming, and integration are covered in great detail as he guides users from start to finish on a complete project. Work files are included with this tutorial. To get started today, simply click on one of the Macromedia more...
Search Engine Optimization The Internet provides a tremendous opportunity to reach potential customers on a worldwide level, faster and easier than has ever been possible before. There are over 390 million people online throughout the world today, and this number is growing larger every day at an unprecedented rate. With this many people online, it's no surprise that the amount of search engine traffic throughout the world is staggering. The choices offered online, in terms of quantity and quality of websites, is also tremendous. It's easy to get lost in the crowd and many new websites have failed because of poor search engine optimization.
VTC Author James Gonzalez is here to help you rise above the web noise and get noticed. From keyword placement to the best utilization of code, learn important tips you must more...
discreet combustion Discreet combustion 3 is an exciting program that offers the creative tools, speed and interactivity that professionals need and artists crave. Paint, animation, editing and 3D compositing are combined in an integrated environment based on Discreet's legendary user interface. VTC author Dwayne Ferguson shows you step by step, how to get the most out of this powerful software. Learn animation, 3D compositing, particle application and much more. To get started today, simply click on one of the combustion lessons. more...
Java 2 Graphics Java is a simple, scalable object oriented, general purpose programming language with a multitude of uses. With the power to develop everything from simple graphics and web animations, to high-end business applications that program hand-held devices, microwaves, cross platform server applications and more, it's no wonder why Java is on everyone's mind. In this, the second in a series of Java courses offered by VTC, Java expert, Arthur Griffith, uses practical examples to demonstrate Java programming as it applies to the creation and manipulation of graphic objects. The source code is also provided, so the user can follow right along. To begin learning learning today, simply click on one of the Java 2: Graphics lessons. more...
Microsoft Word 2003 With Microsoft Word 2003 you can do a whole lot more than just create a simple text document or write a letter. You can do everything from creating colorful brochures and printing envelopes to writing your resume and designing a web page. In this VTC tutorial, author Laurie Fuller will guide you through the basic steps of creating and editing documents. You will learn how to add tables and graphics, as well as format and change style types. Once you master the basics, you can learn other features of Word 2003, such as merging letters and addresses for mass mailings or integration with Excel. To begin learning today, simply click on one of the Word 2003 lessons. more...
Microsoft Publisher 2003 Publisher 2003 is a comprehensive solution for creating a wide variety of publications for desktop printing, commercial printing, e-mail distribution, or viewing on the Web. Create a comprehensive selection of business publications using new wizards, such as the Easy Web Site Builder and the E-Mail Newsletter wizard. Or, create print publications, including brochures, newsletters, postcards, CD or DVD labels, and other publications.
Create personal publications using an expanded collection of templates, including personal stationery sets and professionally designed greeting cards and invitations. Automatically create a publication that merges pictures and text from a data source (like Microsoft Excel or Microsoft Access) using Catalog Merge to create publications ranging from a datasheet more...
Macromedia Contribute 2 Macromedia Contribute 2 allows users and groups to update, create, and publish content to any existing website within seconds. All without knowing HTML! At the same time, Contribute 2 offers web professionals the control needed to lock down site design, layout and code. VTC author, John Kuhlman, demonstrates how to customize Contribute 2, create connections, build and edit web content, create links and ta |