Summary
In this chapter, I’ve, by necessity, rushed through the basics of new JavaScript DOM and API features; there really are too many for me to cover, so I’ve chosen what I think are the most useful. I’ve focused on those that improve the loading of scripts, those that facilitate easier DOM traversal and manipulation, and those that make events work better, especially for touch-enabled devices.
I’ve also covered some popular and useful JavaScript libraries, from the power of the ubiquitous jQuery to the utility of YepNope, Modernizr, and Mustache. I strongly encourage you to find out more about the many different libraries that are available and find ones that suit you best.
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