Design and create functional applications that interact with remote data sources with the powerful tools in Flash Builder. Beginning with a thorough introduction to the Flash Builder toolset, you learn how to use built-in wizards, MXML, and pure AS3 to build information-rich applications targeted to the browser and the desktop (AIR).<BR><BR>Each lesson is enriched with tips on designing nuanced interface solutions and a real-world project tutorial. Project code and detailed instruction give you hands on training in building your own. The code presented in the book is also available online: you can modify it and deploy it in your application. The companion website, www.datavisualizationflashbuilder.com, includes a blog to keep you up to date with related news and developments.<BR><BR>Flash has matured into a complete platform, with platform tools, such as Flex, that you can use to build your Web Applications. Cesare explains complex concepts through a careful combination of detailed explanation and visual Projects---transforming the new Flex developer into a master. Flex will not be a mystery by the time you complete this book. --- Matthew David, author, HTML5