Lesson 12: JavaScript Libraries and Frameworks

Plug-in

A program in a JS library that performs or extends particular functions

Who should use JS libraries?

Anyone who understands the fundamentals of JS and could problem-solve or understand errors while using the pre-written functions.

How to choose a framework?

Based off coding preference, effects in long term, needs, pros, and cons.

What are the copyright requirements?

Code must form a complete function, script or program must be a unique work, and the work must generate term-10revenue.

Why would I use a library when programming?

It makes the process of using code easier because you can just used the stored code.

What is an example of a Javascript Library?

JQuery

What should you do prior to writing code?

Know tasks you need to perform and study plug-ins to ensure no exploits

How many libraries should you use?

Only 1

Who are plug-ins developed by?

Plug-ins are developed by third parties and offered free on the web

How does a plugin work?

Plugins are an extension to code that improve/change the way the code works.

How can plugins improve code?

Plugins can add a whole other aspect to the code and help the code run a differently.

Why might someone choose to use a plugin?

Someone might choose to use a plugin to give their program bigger capabilities.

How could pre-made scripts help you develop code?

The pre-made scripts can give your current program a function.

How will using JS libraries benefit us?

There may be math problems or something similar in which you may not understand, but there may be code already written that could achieve its purpose for you without knowing how to do it.

What can libraries do for programmers?

They save programmers time and effort

Why do we use JS libraries?

To expedite the process of writing code and share code across multiple projects or people.

Where do you link a javascript library to?

To the html page

Where do you find JS libraries?

Usually find them online and link/download to use in your code

How do you choose the right library?

You find the library that helps you do what you need it to do

Who might use an external library?

any developer can use external libraries to add to what they're working on.