As the official training package used in first-level certification courses for Pro Tools operators, Pro Tools 101 offers a thorough, systematic introduction to the fundamentals of the software. Fully updated to cover the latest Pro Tools release, version 11, this new edition quickly and effectively brings new users up to speed on the basics, from understanding the Pro Tools file structure and interface to creating a session, recording audio and MIDI, importing media, editing, mixing, and more. The book includes step-by-step projects, with accompanying source files on DVD-ROM, that drive home the lessons and help you lay the foundation for becoming a Pro Tools expert. Whether you're learning on your own or pursuing formal Pro Tools certification through an Avid Authorized Training Partner, this is the first step on the road to mastery of Pro Tools 11.