Creating Usable and Innovative Experiences

Summary

One of the most fantastic aspects of designing Interfaces in Flash is the freedom you have from the restraints that are common in other interactive technologies. As a tool, Flash empowers interface designers to push the creative limits of interactive work. As an experience, Flash provides more meaningful interactions for users. Designing for these experiences requires an understanding of more than just Interface design techniques, but also knowledge of the types of interactions that make Flash interfaces unique. Visual trends come and go, but the foundations outlined in this chapter can remain in your idea arsenal throughout your career. They can grow with you, as you become a more advanced interface designer.