FF06 Seattle program details posted
We’re pleased to announce that we have published speaker bios, session descriptions and a schedule for the Flashforward2006 Seattle Conference & Film Festival on the web site. While there may be additions or changes here and there between now and February, we hope you’ll agree that this event will be instrumental to your growth as a Flash developer or designer.
Why not register today while early-bird discounts are still in effect?
Here’s what’s new:
Better Venue: The Washington State Convention and Trade Center in Seattle is larger than our previous venues, allowing us to offer more sessions and exhibitors, and is conveniently located in the heart of downtown with great restaurants and hotels right outside its doors.
Deeper and more diverse content: There are now three full days of sessions, and the sessions are 25% longer than in the past.
More learning: We are now offering an optional fourth day of workshops, giving you an extra day of immersion in one subject. Take one workshop, or roam among them; customize your learning experience to suit your needs.
Special bonus for our attendees: Every conference attendee also receives access to the educational lynda.com Online Training Library, which contains over 200 hours of extensive Flash® and other Macromedia and Adobe Training that can be used to brush up before the event or as an after-event refresher course. Current Library subscribers receive extensions to their membership.
Bigger Expo: We will have more companies and organizations in the Flash ecosystem to show you their wares.
We’ve brought back the best of previous conferences:
Flexible learning: Every day of the event includes multiple concurrent tracks, so there will always be a topic you care about. You may plan in advance or choose as you go.
State of the Union keynote: The Macromedia Keynote, presented by Kevin Lynch, Chief Software Architect, will bring you up to date on the current and future plans for the Flash® platform.
A showcase of the world’s best talent: The Flashforward Film Festival will immerse you in the best Flash on the web.
Networking at its best: The networking reception and festival after-party offer you fun nights and great opportunities to meet and mingle with your colleagues from all over the globe.
Tons of toys: The end-of-conference raffle is how we distribute the mountains of free stuff our sponsors and exhibitors have so kindly contributed to the event.
Topics, fresh off the vine: Flash 8 and Beyond
Insider info: Our international roster of presenters mastered Flash 8 before it had even gone on sale, and they’re eager to teach you what they know.
Next generation insight: Many of our presenters are currently mastering the next generation of Macromedia software, and will be sharing their insights into subjects like ActionScript 3, Flex 2, Breeze and ColdFusion.
Putting them together: Other sessions will examine the interaction and workflow between Flash® and other programs in your toolbox, like Photoshop, After Effects, MySQL & PHP, Ajax and JavaScript.
Design expertise: We have a special emphasis on design at this event, with sessions covering video, audio, animation and effects, design for the web, mobile devices, and installations.
Design inspiration: We’ve packed the schedule with design visionaries, including Hillman Curtis, April Greiman, Erik Natzke and Jakob Trollbäck.
Emphasis on education: Educators will find a dedicated workshop day and sessions focused on web-based training, as well as teaching Flash.
Fun and Games: And since Flash® is also fun, we have seminars on game design and development, as well as presentations by Matt & Mike Chapman from Homestar Runner and Evan Spiridellis from JibJab.
We’re very excited to visit a new city, to showcase a new version of Flash®, and to share new tips, techniques, and projects. It’s our hope that you’ll join us once again for an exceptional program to feed your mind, inspire your soul, and keep your creative force in high gear. We hope to see you in February!
