A reference for both the novice Director user and the veteran developer alike. It offers tips and techniques for: configuring the optimum number of Sprite channels for a particular project; working with the DOT syntax; incorporating OOP (Object Oriented Programming); learning how to use the new List View for the Cast Window in Director 8; using External Cast Libraries to speed development; how to optimize and incorporate NetLingo into Shockwave projects; using XTRAS to extend Director's capabilities; using the new Property Inspector in Director 8. The CD-ROM contains sample Director files that the user can put to immediate use.