Adobe Dreamweaver Hands-On Intensive

TIME: 9:00am - 5:00pm MT
COST: $249 for BDA members, $289 for non-members
If you want a solid start in web design with a visual editor, this Adobe Dreamweaver class emphasizes best practices and understanding the code behind the scenes. You'll learn both software and web design principles in one intensive day.

We'll start with an introduction to Dreamweaver's interface and setting up your website, working with HTML, links, and graphics. Then we'll start learning how to use Cascading Style Sheets (CSS) for professional website layout. We'll also cover Dreamweaver's time-saving template and publishing features, including setting up your site online.

I. Introduction to Dreamweaver

The Interface
Defining a Local Site
File System Best Practices
Preview in Browser

II. Creating a Web Page with HTML Structure

HTML Tags and Basic Formatting

III. Navigation

Link Paths
Creating Links

IV. Working with Graphics

Overview of Graphic Usage Techniques
Placing Graphics on the Page
Properties of Graphics, ALT text

V. Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)

CSS Overview
The CSS Styles Panel
Types of Syle Rules: Tag, .Class, #ID, Compound
Useful CSS Properties
External Style Sheets

VI. Page Layout

Layout Overview
Premade CSS Layouts
Walk-through: Creating a CSS Based Layout

VII. Using Libraries andTemplates

Library Items
Templates

VIII. Publishing

Remote Site Definition Settings
Connecting to a Remote Site and Uploading/Synchronizing

IX. Links and Resources

Presented in Adobe CS5, but most of what is taught will apply to earlier versions of the program.

For complete details, PLEASE REGISTER at the BDA website. Boulder Digital Arts offers affordable training in digital media from professionals working in the field.

Submitted by Kira Woodmansee