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What are some resources for optimizing ActionScript (flash) for speed and size

I am particularly interested in memory profiling, reducing the size of the compiled .swf, measuring network latency, etc. Also, I am focused entirely on AS3.

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The latest Flex Builder Professional includes both memory and performance profiles built in:

Powerful testing tools (new in Flex Builder 3) (professional version only)



Memory and Performance Profiling Flex Builder 3 enables developers to improve application performance by providing tools to monitor and analyze memory consumption and CPU cycles. Support for automated functional testing tools such as HP QuickTest Professional (formerly Mercury QuickTest Professional) is now also available in Flex Builder 3 Professional.

It does not include network latency - I have not heard of built-in tools to do something like this: Does a packet sniffer satisfy your needs?

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FlexBuilder Pro definitely seems like a good option. Downloading the trial version now ...

This article looks helpful too:



http://flexblog.edchipman.ca/?p=7

I'm not really worried about measuring network latency, but I'm worried about measuring which parts of my application are slow due to latency and which parts are slow due to sharp AS3.

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