Learn CREATEJS with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Learning Path
Understand Canvas basics
Learn EaselJS Stage and DisplayObjects
Animate with TweenJS
Manage assets with PreloadJS
Integrate audio with SoundJS
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: Canvas and stage setup
Week 2: Shapes and bitmap drawing
Week 3: TweenJS animations
Week 4: Audio and preload management
Week 5: Complex timeline and interactivity
Interview Questions
Explain CreateJS architecture and library modules.
How does TweenJS differ from CSS or DOM animation?
Describe the stage and display list system in EaselJS.
How do you handle asset preloading with PreloadJS?
What are best practices for optimizing Canvas performance?
Cheat Sheet
const stage = new createjs.Stage('canvasId');
const circle = new createjs.Shape(); circle.graphics.beginFill('red').drawCircle(0,0,50); stage.addChild(circle);
createjs.Tween.get(circle).to({x:300}, 1000);
createjs.Ticker.addEventListener('tick', stage);
createjs.Sound.play('soundId');
Books
CreateJS Essentials
HTML5 Canvas with CreateJS
Advanced Canvas Animation Techniques
Interactive Games with CreateJS
Mastering TweenJS and EaselJS
Tutorials
Getting started with CreateJS
EaselJS basics for Canvas
TweenJS animation tutorial
SoundJS audio integration
PreloadJS asset loading guide
Official Docs
https://createjs.com/docs
https://createjs.com/
Community Links
CreateJS GitHub
Gskinner.com tutorials
Adobe Animate forums
Stack Overflow createjs tag
HTML5 Canvas communities
Community Support
CreateJS GitHub
Adobe Animate forums
Stack Overflow: createjs tag
HTML5 Canvas communities
Gskinner.com tutorials and forums