Re: [Flashcoders] AS3 / OOP training

[Ktu]

I spent quite some time looking for the same type of training a while back.
It simply does not exist, or is hidden in the depths of atlantis.

The problem is that all the education programs are designed for beginners.
And even if you go to one (which I did), the trainer can only help you so
much because he has the whole class to attend to. So while the trainer may
be able to point you in more advanced directions, he cannot devote enough
time to cover the concepts you need. Maybe the intro to AS3 will help, but
not in the way you are looking (probably).

One way to learn is to take it on yourself. Get the motivation to explore
the new native classes. Learn that nasty display architecture. Never let
yourself settle for mediocrity and you will continue to learn and grow. If
you force yourself upon OOP, it may stop you in your tracks. Get high level
with the concepts and patterns, and then when you find yourself in a
situation that could implement the pattern, try it out. Don't be afraid to
fail.

The other way, is to incorporate the above mentioned solution with the
addition of a mentor. Collaboration increase growth exponentially when
coupled with the motivation to do so.

books:
Learning Actionscript 3.0 - Shupe & Rosser
Essential Actionscript 3.0 - Moock

my 2cents.

ktu


On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 11:32 AM, Eric Dolecki  wrote:

> That is a good one
>
> Sent from my iPhone
>
> On Feb 17, 2011, at 11:13 AM, Sam Brown <4sambr...@gmail.com> wrote:
>
> > Although it's not training, I found this book very helpful:
> >
> http://www.amazon.com/Object-Oriented-ActionScript-3-0-Todd-Yard/dp/1590598458
> >
> > <
> http://www.amazon.com/Object-Oriented-ActionScript-3-0-Todd-Yard/dp/1590598458
> >It
> > has detailed explanations and examples to work through
> >
> > On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM, Sheehan, Conor  >wrote:
> >
> >> Hi List,
> >>
> >> I'm looking for a quality AS3 / OOP training program.  I'm
> (pathetically)
> >> still writing everything in AS2, and have only a vague understanding of
> OOP.
> >> In my experience it's difficult to find training suitable for somebody
> at
> >> my level - not a newbie, but far from an expert.  Anybody have any
> >> suggestions?  I'm thinking a 3 to 5 day program, and I'm in the Greater
> >> Boston area, so preferably around here, but I can travel if necessary.
> >>
> >> Thanks very much,
> >>
> >> Conor
> >>
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Re: [Flashcoders] AS3 / OOP training

[Eric Dolecki]

That is a good one

Sent from my iPhone

On Feb 17, 2011, at 11:13 AM, Sam Brown <4sambr...@gmail.com> wrote:

> Although it's not training, I found this book very helpful:
> http://www.amazon.com/Object-Oriented-ActionScript-3-0-Todd-Yard/dp/1590598458
> 
> It
> has detailed explanations and examples to work through
> 
> On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM, Sheehan, Conor wrote:
> 
>> Hi List,
>> 
>> I'm looking for a quality AS3 / OOP training program.  I'm (pathetically)
>> still writing everything in AS2, and have only a vague understanding of OOP.
>> In my experience it's difficult to find training suitable for somebody at
>> my level - not a newbie, but far from an expert.  Anybody have any
>> suggestions?  I'm thinking a 3 to 5 day program, and I'm in the Greater
>> Boston area, so preferably around here, but I can travel if necessary.
>> 
>> Thanks very much,
>> 
>> Conor
>> 
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Re: [Flashcoders] AS3 / OOP training

[Sam Brown]

Although it's not training, I found this book very helpful:
http://www.amazon.com/Object-Oriented-ActionScript-3-0-Todd-Yard/dp/1590598458

It
has detailed explanations and examples to work through

On Thu, Feb 17, 2011 at 9:48 AM, Sheehan, Conor wrote:

> Hi List,
>
> I'm looking for a quality AS3 / OOP training program.  I'm (pathetically)
> still writing everything in AS2, and have only a vague understanding of OOP.
>  In my experience it's difficult to find training suitable for somebody at
> my level - not a newbie, but far from an expert.  Anybody have any
> suggestions?  I'm thinking a 3 to 5 day program, and I'm in the Greater
> Boston area, so preferably around here, but I can travel if necessary.
>
> Thanks very much,
>
> Conor
>
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Re: [Flashcoders] AS3 / OOP training

[Dave Watts]

> I'm looking for a quality AS3 / OOP training program.  I'm (pathetically) 
> still writing everything in AS2, and have only a vague
> understanding of OOP.  In my experience it's difficult to find training 
> suitable for somebody at my level - not a newbie, but far from
> an expert.  Anybody have any suggestions?  I'm thinking a 3 to 5 day program, 
> and I'm in the Greater Boston area, so preferably
> around here, but I can travel if necessary.

I'd suggest this. It's not running in the Boston area right now:
http://training.figleaf.com/courses/Flash_ActionScript.cfm

Of course, I'm a bit biased, but it gets positive reviews from students.

Dave Watts, CTO, Fig Leaf Software
http://www.figleaf.com/
http://training.figleaf.com/

Fig Leaf Software is a Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) on
GSA Schedule, and provides the highest caliber vendor-authorized
instruction at our training centers, online, or onsite.

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[Flashcoders] AS3 / OOP training

[Sheehan, Conor]

Hi List,

I'm looking for a quality AS3 / OOP training program.  I'm (pathetically) still 
writing everything in AS2, and have only a vague understanding of OOP.  In my 
experience it's difficult to find training suitable for somebody at my level - 
not a newbie, but far from an expert.  Anybody have any suggestions?  I'm 
thinking a 3 to 5 day program, and I'm in the Greater Boston area, so 
preferably around here, but I can travel if necessary.

Thanks very much,

Conor

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