Choosing a JavaScript Library
The Ajax Experience
Boston · October 23 - 25, 2006
About this Presentation
The importance of excellent-quality Javascript libraries in modern AJAX developer cannot be understated. Excellent libraries, such as Dojo, Prototype, Yahoo! UI, Mochikit, and jQuery have transformed the landscape of what is possible. In this talk I'm going to go through all the different aspects of what makes up a good Javascript library and help you to determine which one suits you, and your company, the best.
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Creator of jQuery, Author of "Pro JavaScript Techniques"
John Resig is a programmer and entrepreneur who's currently authoring the book 'Pro Javascript Techniques,' which is due out in the Fall of 2006. He's also the founder and lead developer of the jQuery Javascript library. When he's not programming, he enjoys watching movies, writing in his web log (ejohn.org), and spending time with his girlfriend Julia.