Chapter 6. Frameworks

In this chapter, i discuss javascript frameworks, also known as libraries, and how they can speed the development process. There are both technical and business considerations in deciding if a framework is necessary and if so which one to use. In a single chapter, I can only give you a taste of how each of the frameworks I demonstrate works, but you will see some simple but practical examples that can help you understand the benefits that frameworks offer, and determine which framework is right for your needs.

About Frameworks

A framework is a collection of tightly integrated helper functions that abstract away many of JavaScript’s complexities and help you build your application quickly. Most are free and are often developed ...

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