XML is the lingua franca of the Web. All designers and
developers working in a web environment need a sound understanding
of XML and its role in application development. Many software
packages and organizations allow for the exchange of data using an
XML format. Web services and RSS feeds are now commonplace.
For those working with Flash and Flex, a thorough understanding
of XML is particularly important. XML documents are one option for
the data provided to SWF applications. Flash and Flex can load,
display, and modify XML content. These applications can also send
XML content to other applications for updating or for use in
different situations.
ActionScript 3.0 introduced some fundamental changes to the way
in which Flash and Flex applications work with XML. One significant
change is that XML is now a native data type. ActionScript 3.0 also
introduced new classes and a different framework for working with
external documents. These changes are based on the E4X ECMAScript
standard, and they streamline and simplify the process for working
with XML in Flash and Flex.
In Foundation XML and E4X for Flash and Flex, Sas Jacobs gives
you an introduction to XML and E4X. She explores the XML and
XMLList classes and explains E4X expressions, providing examples
for both Flash and Flex. In addition to explaining how to
incorporate XML documents in Shockwave Flashapplications, Sas shows
you approaches specific to Flash and Flex and explores real-world
usage. The book finishes with two case studies. In the first, you
will learn how to consume and display information and images from
Flickr using Flash. In the second, you will work with Adobe Kuler
in Flex.
Whether you are a designer or developer, this book will help you
work with XML and make the transition from ActionScript 2.0 to
ActionScript 3.0. It will also provide you with an excellent
grounding if you are new to Flash and Flex.
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