P2.1. Beginners Welcome

This book explores ActionScript from a programmer's perspective but assumes no prior programming knowledge. If you have never programmed before, start with Chapter 1. It will guide you through the very basics of ActionScript, demystifying terms like variable, method, class, and object. Then continue through the book sequentially. Each chapter builds on the previous chapter's concepts, introducing new topics in a single, prolonged narrative that will guide you on your journey to ActionScript proficiency.

Note, however, that if you are a designer who simply wants to learn how to control animations in the Flash authoring tool, you probably don't need this book. Adobe's documentation will tell what you need to know. Come back to this book when you want to learn how to add logic and programmatic behavior to your content.