Essential JFM - Java Media Framework (Paperback)

Essential JMF delivers all the information experienced developers need to build multimedia players with the new Java Media Framework. Like all books in Prentice Hall PTR's Essential Series, it delivers no-nonsense, nuts-and-bolts coverage in a task-oriented format that helps professional developers get answers fast. The authors start by introducing JMF, including class structure, player design and basic multimedia concepts. They show how to customize JMF, presenting an Abstract Player Framework that cuts 90% of the work needed to create custom players. You'll walk through building a robust mixer applet, learn to media-enable existing Java software, integrate JMF with JavaScript, and much more. If you want to build multimedia into your Java applications, Essential JMF is all you need to get started.