Adobe User Group

The Sierra Multimedia User Group (Sierra MMUG) is a non-profit organization that provides a forum of support and education in Web Development, Multimedia and Graphics Design.

Our members and guests are residents within the local Sacramento and Sierra Foothills Communities of Auburn, Grass Valley, Nevada City, Rocklin, Lincoln, Roseville and as far away as Reno, Marysville, Placerville, and Davis, so carpools are available.

Member skills range from the absolute beginner to the absolute guru. We strive to provide resources and education at all levels and on all subjects related to Web Development and Design.

Interested in joining us?

The Sierra MMUG is open to membership from anyone interested in web and graphics design. Members are given access to our members-only web site where you can network with others, get information to receive free or discounted books and software, and much more. Joining only takes a moment and is free.

To join, simply fill out our membership form.

User Group Meeting Information

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Dreamweaver CS4 Preview

Speaker: Rob Huddleston

Wednesday, August 6, 2008 - 6:30 pm
Location: 12840 Earhart Ave., Auburn, CA
(See map below)

Come see an exciting tour of the newest version of Dreamweaver! Rob will show the key new features of Dreamweaver CS4, including its all-new interface, new CSS editing tools, Spry 1.6 integration, and much more.

Barring technical difficulties, we will be broadcasting this meeting online. To join the meeting, simply go to the meeting room and log in by entering your first and last name. You only need Flash Player on your computer to participate.

RSVP today!

Map & Directions (Click to view)
Map to our location
  FROM RENO: Take the Bell Road exit off of I-80. Turn right, then left on New Airport Rd., then left onto Earhart.

  FROM SACRAMENTO: Left on Hwy 49, then right on Locksley Lane, which turns into Earhart.

Creating Attractive, Usable and Accessible Forms

Speaker: Rob Huddleston

An increasing number of web sites today use forms, and yet there seem to be many more examples of bad form design than good. This session will discuss how to make forms that are visually attractive, accessible and usable. We’ll talk about several of the lesser-known but necessary form controls such as fieldsets, legends, labels and buttons. We’ll show how CSS can be used instead of tables to lay out forms and make your forms visually stunning. We’ll also talk about the do’s and don’ts of form usability and accessibility.

You can view the recording of the presentation if you'd like, but unfortunately something happened and there's no audio for the second half.

You can also download a copy of the PowerPoint slides and access a link to the code for the CSS portion from Rob's website.

Semi-annual Software Raffle

Congratulations to Virigina Wong-Coppin, who won a copy of Adobe Design Premium CS3.3!

Group News & Downloads

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  • Adobe Labs

MAX 2008

Join us at MAX 2008, the annual Adobe event, to connect with thousands of Adobe users, experts, and staff for four days of education and inspiration. Learn cutting-edge skills, explore emerging technologies, build valuable relationships, and ignite bold new ideas. This year’s program features a diverse schedule of sessions and labs, unique networking and social events, and presentations by industry luminaries. November 16 – 19 in San Francisco, CA. Learn more at www.max.adobe.com.

CS4 Betas Available

See the "Adobe Labs" tab above to link to the betas of the next versions of Dreamweaver, Fireworks, and Soundbooth.

Welcome to our newest sponsor - AcademyX

Academy X Expert Computer Training

AcademyX offers a wide range of hands-on, instructor-led classes in San Francisco and Sacramento. They are an Adobe Authorized Training Center. Benefits include one free retake, post-class support, and a 20% discount to members of Sierra MMUG.