jQuery is a cross-browser Javascript library that provides abstractions for DOM traversal, event handling, animation, and Ajax interactions for rapid web development.
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What's the protocol for a autoexecuting JQuery plugin?
I have a jQuery Plugin that I use myself which modifies the selected value of select items on a page.
In my own code the plugin automatically executes as soon as it is included in the page this code ...
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Why do we program each file separately and place them in separate folders and how do all these file come together?
I was wondering how the cover flow effect is coded. I used this link which gave me the code on how it all worked out : http://luwes.co/labs/js-cover-flow/. I am completely new to complex programs so ...
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can't make msdropdown disabled [migrated]
I'm new at jquery .
I'm using msDropDown plugin which a plugin that makes a dropdown lsit with image and description and I'm facing a problem with making a msdropdown list disabled and then remove ...
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How do I convince my boss (and other devs) to use/consider Unobtrusive JavaScript
I'm pretty new in our develepors team.
I need some strong arguments and/or "pitfall" examples, so my boss will finally understand the advantages of Unobtrusive JavaScript, so that he, and the rest of ...
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How to dynamically add new posts once they are created
I am trying to design an application where users can make posts with Django on the backend. Right now I have to refresh the page with JavaScript every 20 or 30 seconds to check for new posts that ...
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use of jquery-latest
I recently had some code I wrote a year ago fail because someone linked my code to
http://code.jquery.com/jquery-latest.js
In the latest version, jquery had deprecated/replaced a function.
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Is jQuery an example of “god object” antipattern?
I want to ask – I am slowly learning jQuery.
What I see is an exact example of a God Object anti-pattern. Basically, everything goes to the $ function, whatever it is.
Am I right and is jQuery ...
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Admin Panel like Custom Framework [closed]
I want to Create a Framework , like Admin panel , which can rule almost all the aspects of what is shown on the frontend.
For an (most basic) example: If suppose the links which are to be shown in a ...
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Using which technique does facebook and pininterest show images?
If anybody has ever noticed that when you open a image in Facebook something like this happens:-
suppose you are at your homepage on Facebook:-
the URL is
https://www.facebook.com/
now if you open a ...
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Creating and assigning console.log a new object
I have seen code like this in several places:
(function() {
var method;
var noop = function noop() {};
var methods = [
'assert', 'clear', 'count', 'debug', 'dir', 'dirxml', ...
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GPL question : web application using Imagick and GhostScript => Which would be the final licence?
I am a bit confusing and I need your help to undertand my problem.
I have developed a web application (PHP, JQuery) for one of my customer.
Recently, my customer ask me to add a new feature ...
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Suggestions for html tag info required for jQuery Plugin
I have written a tiny bit of jQuery which simply selects all the Select form elements on the page and sets the selected property to the correct value. Previously I had to write code to generate the ...
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Why is DOM or JQuery considered an API? [closed]
My understanding of an API is this:
An API is the interface implemented by an application which allows
other applications to communicate with it.
So why is DOM or Jquery considered to be an ...
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Advantages of using pure JavaScript over JQuery
What are the advantages of using Javascript-only versus using JQuery-only?
I have limited experience with JavaScript and JQuery coding. I've added bits and snippets of each to HTML pages but I've ...
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is it safe to use jQuery and MooTools together?
I just need to know is it safe to use jQuery and MooTools Together in one web framework?
I am not trying create application using both of them, but I am in a situation where I need to modify mootool ...
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Can jQuery be used server side? [closed]
I know that you can use JavaScript server side with node.js, but can we use jQuery for backend as well? Or will I just have to learn CoffeeScript instead of jQuery?
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How do I Export to excel on aspx page?
I am trying to take data that I request from an access database and put it into and excel file on the client computer.
I usually use ajax to request a summary of the data I need. It is formatted ...
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front end development test - html/css/jquery/javascript
We are continually revamping our front end developer test that we do in-house after a candidate has passed an online test. The online test has questions such as:
How does a for loop start?
What is ...
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Best approach for writing a chess engine?
I'm a chess enthusiast and a programmer. I recently decided to start making a chess engine using my chess and programming knowledge. So here's my question:
What language (I'm familiar with Java, C++ ...
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How to contribute to jQuery?
I'm confused about the nature of the jQuery project. It can be licensed under either the GPL or the MIT license, according to the comments in the project. However, the jQuery web site provides a ...
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Next step after creating mock-up screens
I have created some mockup screens for my app in HTML/CSS. I have 4 screens in total.
They contain no client-side coding i.e. Javascript or jQuery.
The screens themselves are quite bland at the ...
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Best practices: Ajax and server side scripting with stored procedures
I need to rebuild an old huge website and probably to port everyting to ASP.NET and jQuery and I would like to ask for some suggestion and tips. Actually the website uses:
Ajax (client site with ...
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Print three copy of asp.net page two copy with diffrent color [closed]
I have an ASP.Net page. I want to print that page 3 times, 2 copies should carry "COPY WORD, as a watermark".
I have written this code code to print three copies, but it's asking confirmation about ...
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Is it necessary to memorize code?
I am a new developer, who just got hired at a big company. I don't know how but I guess they are desperate. However, I am well-versed with HTML5/CSS3 though things change and new things are released ...
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Does it make sense to use jQuery in modern-webkit-only web applications?
I'm lately working on a few mobile web apps for Android (2.3+) and iOS (4+). Their browsers support most of ECMAScript5, which is very powerful, and I wanted to use language features where possible, ...
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use of script tag in different position of page [closed]
I found that sometimes the script don't run properly when I add script tag in the head section. But when I add script right before the ending tag of body it works fine.
What is the difference between ...
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Making Modular, Reusable and Loosely Coupled MVC Components
I am building MVC3 application and need some general guidelines on how
to manage complex client side interaction between my components.
Here is my definition of one component in general way:
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Anonymous function vs. separate named function for initialization in jquery
We just had some controversial discussion and I would like to see your opinions on the issue:
Let's say we have some code that is used to initialize things when a page is loaded and it looks like ...
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what is the difference between the below two syntaxes? [closed]
1.
$(function () {
function foo() { return true; }
log(bar()); // getting error
var bar = function() { return true; };
});
2.
$(function () {
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Backbone/JQuery, ExtJs 4… is there something else worth looking?
Im currently evaluating a front-end architecture for a big app that will be developed by a team of about 6 developers + 1 web designer so that said, having a robust SVN friendly architecture is a ...
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How is the speed of a page affected? [closed]
I am trying to develop a single-page web application. I was wondering how big the disadvantages of using jQuery are.
I have been told that it makes the application slower, but, as I have seen here, ...
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What are deferred callbacks?
I understand the idea of a callback, where I pass a function into another function and that function then uses the supplied function at will.
I am struggling to understand deferred callbacks, even ...
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Is it better to learn the DOM or jQuery first?
I have gotten very familiar with the core functionality of Javascript and now I am aiming at learning DOM manipulation. I have already thought of learning jQeury for this but I don't know if it is ...
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Certifications for Javascript developers?
I'm looking for a solid and but fast paced entry in field of javascript development.
The following topics come to my mind:
Javascript advanced concepts, OOP
jQuery, jQuery-UI, jQuery-Mobile
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Could JQuery and similar tools be built into the browser install?
After reading another question about JQuery and CDN's, is it feasible for tools like JQuery to "come with" the browser, thus reducing/eliminating the need for the first download from a CDN, or from ...
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API access question
FIRST, THE SCENARIO
We have an internal system that is effectively split into 2 very separate parts across 2 sub-domains, our back-end administrative system for internal access only we will call this ...
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Rails - How to use modal form to add object in one model, then reflect that change on main page?
I'm working on a Rails app and I've come across a situation where I'm unsure of the cleanest way to proceed.
I posted a question on SO with code samples and such - it has received no answers, and the ...
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Is mootools alternative of jquery + backbone / spine / sprouteCore
I was a full time java developer, now I'm also working with JavaScript and Android. A couple of years back when I started learning JavaScript, the first library I tried was jQuery. But it made my life ...
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Trying to do some Obfuscation, How should I approach this particular case?
I currently have an assignment that is really pushing my limits so I need some help on how to approach this.
We have a set of 25 results
We are using a jquery plugin to vertically scroll through ...
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Where can I find a simple jQuery/AJAX Coldfusion tutorial?
I have been desperate for an easy tutorial that shows how jQuery/AJAX pulls a query from a ColdFusion CFC and displays it on the HTML calling page. I tried following this ben_tutorial but it is too ...
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How do I share my jQuery plugin with the world?
I made a plugin for jQuery, which I think is quite useful. It combines an animated colours plugin with an easings plugin, and adds a completely new feature of being able to refer to colours ...
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How can I write HTML, CSS, and JavaScript to make back-end developers work easier?
When I get a design from a designer, I get it as a PSD (Photoshop) file. I always expect proper layer and folder names, basically a clean and managed PSD. From this desigbn I develop HTML, CSS and ...
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How can I simulate clicks for a mobile browser?
I am creating a web app. I was testing it on a mobile browser and noticed that :active pseudo class doesn't really work. How should I simulate clicks for a mobile browser? I'm specifically interested ...
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Are there any frameworks available for drawing with CSS?
I realize this sounds silly. Let me explain:
I just came across this page about using CSS elements to create shapes- square, circle, triangle, star, yin-yang (yin-yang!), etc. using pseudo elements.
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JavaScript (jQuery) And CSS Styling
Lets say I am building a jQuery plugin that has a number of non-configurable css attributes it needs to apply to DOM elements the plugin itself creates. Is it consider better practice to apply the ...
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Has the time gone to think about user with JavaScript disabled in browser? [duplicate]
Possible Duplicate:
Should I Bother To Develop for JavaScript Disabled?
In this Modern time of
HTML5 API
jQuery
Modernizr
HTML5 Shim
Respond.JS
Google Chrome app store
Canvas
Has the ...
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What would be the best way to manage a lot of jQuery code?
Sorry for the blunt question, I will try to explain further.
I am going to have a website which uses jQuery, and I feel that at some point in time, there will be A LOT of jQuery code, meaning A LOT ...
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Javascript modularity, server based MVC & business reality
I understand this is a very broad question, but I have worked with various aspects of this problem individually and am struggling to bring all the concepts and technologies together.
I'd like to ...
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Can I use jQuery Mobile if I am developing a native app?
I am new to jQuery and mobile apps development. I know the features of jQuery Mobile. I want to know where and why to use it. Can I use jQuery Mobile if I am developing a native app?
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Where does jQuery fit-in with frameworks like JavaScriptMVC, BackboneJS, SproutCore and Knockout?
I have been happily using JQuery for the last 2 years and have been quite sucessful creating some really cool functionality with it...so I am very comfortable with it. I also beleive the future of ...
