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The Battle of JavaScript Libraries: jQuery vs. Prototype in Web 2.0 Development

In the landscape of web development, jQuery and Prototype emerged as leading JavaScript libraries, each boasting unique strengths. This analysis offers a comparative overview of both, exploring their market share, cross-browser compatibility, and ease of use for developers. With highlights on the importance of libraries in streamlining DOM access and enhancing user interaction through animations and AJAX, we delve into why understanding these tools is essential for successful application development. Join the debate on which library reigns supreme in the modern web.

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The Battle of JavaScript Libraries: jQuery vs. Prototype in Web 2.0 Development

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  1. vs Prototype jQuery Battle for the Better JavaScript Library in a Web 2.0 World Robert Lin WHIM Spring 2008

  2. Pre-2004

  3. Browser Market Share Which Browser Reigns King? (2002) Source: Wikipedia

  4. Browser Market Share Which Browser Reigns King? (Today- 2008) Source: W3Counters

  5. CROSSCOMPATABILITYMATTERS!

  6. Today

  7. JavaScript Library Market Share Source: Ajax Experience Conference (The Ajaxian)

  8. JavaScript Library Popularity Source: Google Trends

  9. Why are Libraries Important? • Cross-browser compatibility • Easy-to-use transition animations and effects • Moves web to a more direct manipulation model of user interaction • Chaining makes complex functionality readable • Robust AJAX handling • Standardized API for outside developers • Overall, streamlined access to the DOM • Confused about DOM?

  10. Code Demonstration

  11. Old School

  12. Prototype Syntax Sample

  13. jQuery Syntax Sample

  14. Just Say No! DON’T DO IT!!! Pure DOM = Epic Fail!

  15. Go! Prototype: http://www.prototypejs.org/ jQuery: http://jquery.com/

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