Using a JavaScript framework such as jQuery enables you to add interactivity and increased functionality to your website.
You don’t have to be a programming whiz to be able to use some of the features on jQuery. As you familiarise yourself with the code, you will probably find adjusting code to suit your needs quite straight-forward.
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If you’ve noticed the fancy sliding/fading/dragging effects on websites and wanted to try them, it’s easier than ever with a JavaScript framework.
There are numerous JavaScript frameworks out there; some are aimed at those who are comfortable with JavaScript and others have the designer in mind, with easy to use solutions for web effects and Ajax [...]
09 Nov
Posted by Rob as Ajax, CSS, Design, HTML, JavaScript, Web Development
The forward thinking web developers need to have a grasp of different elements to create ultra-smooth web sites. This can include using JavaScript frameworks such as Prototype to add effects and Ajax to web pages. Some developers will need to have database documentation or programming language information at their fingertips.
gotAPI.com brings all the necessary documentation [...]
25 Sep
Posted by Rob as Ajax, CSS, HTML, JavaScript, Web Development
MooTools is a compact JavaScript framework that lets you quickly and easily add functionality to your website. This can include transition effects, drag and drop, as well as Ajax using XMLHttpRequest. Mootools doesn’t compromise the compliance of your website. It respects strict standards and doesn’t flag up warnings.Although I am still new to MooTools I [...]
If you are involved in web design you will no doubt be aware of the increase in CSS usage in the last few years. This trend is set to continue with the latest browsers incorporating support for CSS 3. Gone are the days when web designer sets out their fresh new design using tables. Although [...]
I found a nice article on the pro’s and con’s of using Flash or Ajax in web development. The article looks at issues such as accessibility and ease of changing content. The article can be found here.