In this course, interaction designer Luke Wroblewski shows how to create web forms that encourage visitors to enter information and covers ways to capture input without the use of forms. The course covers boosting conversion rates and customer satisfaction, organizing the structure of forms, aligning and grouping form elements, assigning the correct input field types, validating input, and handling data entry errors. The last chapter highlights alternatives to static forms, such as using dynamic inline forms, using web services, and leveraging device capabilities, which can be used to gather additional information or replace a traditional form altogether.

Those who want to build a Flash-based web site but don't know Flash or want a quicker solution can consider using Encore CS4. In Creating Flash Web Sites in Encore CS4, Adobe Certified Instructor Chad Perkins shows how this DVD authoring application creates simple and straightforward components that can be repurposed for the web, DVDs, and even Blu-ray discs. Chad explores the general Encore workflow and walks users through the entire process of creating a Flash-based web site from start to finish. He also covers how to get the content out by creating a SWF file, and discusses various output options for Flash video.