Apple Training Series: iLife (iLife '09 Edition)
by Michael E. Cohen, Michael Wohl, Richard Harrington, Mary Plummer
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Author: Mary Plummer, Michael E. Cohen, Michael Wohl, Richard HarringtonEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2009-04-05
ISBN: 0321618505
Number of pages: 552
Publisher: Peachpit Press
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- iMovie 09 and iDVD for Mac OS X: Visual QuickStart Guide
- Apple Training Series: GarageBand 09
- Apple Training Series: iWork 09
Book Reviews of Apple Training Series: iLife (iLife '09 Edition)
Book Review: Perfect hands on training for the iLife '09 complete suite
Summary: 5 Stars
Apple Training Series: iLife '09
This book is an excellent resource for someone wanting a hands-on learning tutorial about every aspect of the iLife Suite: iPhoto, iMovie, GarageBand, iWeb, and iDVD. This is not a "how-to" reference manual -- you won't find feature listings or troubleshooting tips. Its exclusive goal is training sessions with pre-developed material to be done a classroom or self-teaching format. For someone who has never been exposed to these programs, it's a great resource with which to start from scratch.
Each module has lesson files that are installed on your computer and gives you a time estimate of how long the project will take. According to the book's estimates, it will take you about 13 hours to complete; however for me the modules went much quicker. Fortunately, since the materials are already created for you on the included DVD, you don't have to actually shoot video or load pictures to understand the lessons. You'll be able to follow exactly line-by-line along with the book and compare actual results. The book is well laid out with real screen shots for every outcome, so don't be intimidated by its size. At the end of each module is a quiz to test your knowledge of the subject. Obviously this makes an excellent text book for instructor or group study.
Personally, I was new to iLife '09 but have used previous versions. The book skipped over computing basics and focused primarily on new iLife features such as Face Recognition in iPhoto. The modules were extremely well paced and I had an excellent grasp of the subject material at the end. My only major complaint is that between iLife programs, the authors did not stay consistent and the lessons at times were confusing, as not all the authors had the same skill level or approach to teaching. Nonetheless, the book was outstanding as is typical of the Apple Training Series.
Pros: Training modules for the key features of the iLife Series along with pre-developed material
Cons: Inconsistent style of lessons between modules.
Summary of Apple Training Series: iLife (iLife '09 Edition)
In the only Apple-certified guide to iLife ?09, the authors have you working miracles with iLife within the first few pages. Featuring footage and images from around the world, this book/DVD combo uses real-life material and practical lessons that you can apply immediately to your own projects. Focused lessons take you step by step through all aspects of iLife ?09?everything from organizing and sharing your photo library to creating polished video and soundtracks. Along the way, you?ll produce movies, photobooks, podcasts, websites, blogs, and custom DVDs.? Master the iLife suite of tools quickly through fun, real-world projects
? Turn your photos into cards, picture books, calendars, or a web gallery
? Add motion and music to a slideshow, then publish it online
? Create a video with polished transitions, music, effects, and even greenscreen
? Learn ?Hollywood-style? techniques for making better videos
? Build a soundtrack in GarageBand, and learn to score a simple movie
? Create websites, blogs, podcasts, and DVD menus in a snap.
The Apple Training Series is both a self-paced learning tool and the official curriculum of the Apple Training and Certification Program. To find out more about Apple Training, or to find an Authorized Training Center near you, go to www.apple.com/training.
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