If you are planning to combine the power of Ajax with the JavaScript library then you will not find any other framework as the jQuery which is feature rich , fast and small as the jQuery. JQuery framework eases the task of document traversal & manipulation , Animation, Event Handling and Ajax much more easier to implement by providing an easy to use Application Programming Interface which will work on a variety of modern web browsers. jQuery when combined with Ajax completely changes the way in which scores of people write JavaScript code as it combines both extensibility and versatility.
Features of jQuery
- One should opt for jQuery as it is possible to create interactions and impressive animations by combining the power of Ajax.
- With infinite possibilities and small learning curve , jQuery is very simple to understand and easy to use.
- One of the most lightweight footprint with a size of near about 15KB.
- It is completely complaint with the CSS3 Standards (CSS1-3 ) and as well support basic X Path.
- An Unobtrusive, fast and concise JavaScript Library ever. By Unobtrusive JavaScript here we mean that jQuery separates the functionality of the “Behavior Layer “ from the presentation , content and the structure of the web page.
- Great level of cross browser compatibility with Opera -9.0+ ,IE 6+ ,Safari 2.0+ and FF 1.5+.
- jQuery provides a method for implementing various functionalities through methods in the form of bundled plug-ins. Almost all the functions and methods that are downloaded as a part of the default download are written with the use of jQuery plug-in construct.
- This framework has been successful in taking the “Write Less , Do More “ funda to the next step by allowing you to design one unique highly branded application or website that will function as expected on all the popular desktops, smartphones, iPads, Tablets and other platforms rather you having to writing unique applications for each OS or device.
- You have the Download Builder Tool support that will let you create your own custom bundle with the components that you require and then generate a custom JavaScript with structure only theme style sheets that can be used for production purposes.
- jQuery mainly focuses on progressive enhancements and semantic markup which makes it simple to use. Thus it is for anybody who knows basic HTML to start developing websites without much efforts.
- You would want your web app or website to look more like your own brand rather than an OS and thus with the help of the Theme Roller once can build highly customizable themes with ease.
Why Choose jQuery Instead of Other Frameworks ?
- This framework does not conflict with the Global Namespace unlike the Prototype and Mootools.
- This framework is completely short and snappy unlike YUI.
- It easy to learn unlike DOJO.
Philosophy of jQuery
- Lay emphasis on the interaction between HTML and JavaScript.
- Every function ultimately breaks down to finding some stuff and doing something to it.