Tuesday, August 20, 2002

Certified Macromedia Flash MX Developer exam available I just noticed that the Certified Macromedia Flash MX Developer exam is now available. The exam certifies that you have a baseline of knowledge about developing and programing with Macromedia Flash MX. While it by no means replaces real world experience, it can let potential employers know that you have a certain base skill level. Beside, getting certified gives you a good excuse to ask for a raise. You can find more info here. We also have a Macromedia Flash MX Designer Exam, which you can find info about here. 5:24:03 PM    comment []  Google It!

Flash and Rich Internet Applications Just noticed a couple of articles examining Macromedia Flash and Rich Internet Applications. The first, at oreillynet.com: A Pet Market with Flash discusses the Pet Market Blueprint Application, and the advantages that using Flash provides. The second article: Flash Strikes Back: Creating Powerful Web Applications also discusses using Flash to create rich internet applications, focusing on the enhanced possibility and usability that Flash can offer. [via swfnews and flazoom] 11:47:47 AM    comment []  Google It!

No more Chat? You may have noticed that I have removed the chat window from the top of the page. I am trying to get my main page to load a little quicker so i removed it (I will be optimizing other parts of the page soon). You can still access the full page chat here. Also, expect some major changes to the chat here in the next week or so. 11:01:49 AM    comment []  Google It!

Useful Flash Communication Server Technotes I was just looking through the Flash Communication Server support center and came across a couple of useful technotes that i wanted to highlight. So here they are: Troubleshooting communications applications Securing Macromedia Flash Communication Server Flash Communication Server port connectivity survey Information priority within the RTMP protocol Some useful information. As usual, its a good idea to periodically check the support centers for new technotes and information. It should also be the first place to look / search when you run into a problem. 10:57:27 AM    comment []  Google It!