1.5. Summary

You should now have an idea of who uses Fireworks, why they use Fireworks, and how they use Fireworks with other tools of the Creative Suite. In the chapters that follow, you'll be introduced to the Fireworks toolset from the ground up. You'll see how to create highly popular (and polished) effects, learn about Fireworks extensibility, and even be shown how to extend Fireworks yourself. You'll see why Fireworks is used by leading web designers, illustrators, graphic artists, and user interface and user experience professionals, and be prepared to join their ranks. By the end of this book, you'll be well on your way to becoming a Fireworks pro yourself. So, push up your sleeves—it's time to get started!

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