Scripty2, Zepto.js, Vapor.js (Changelog Interviews #39)

Wynn caught up with Thomas Fuchs to talk about script.aculo.us, Scripty2, Zepto.js and the future of Prototype.

Wynn caught up with Thomas Fuchs to talk about script.aculo.us, Scripty2, Zepto.js and the future of Prototype.

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Show Notes:

The Magic Roundabout is crazy
Wynn got his UK badge on Gowalla
script.aculo.us JavaScript effects framework built on top of Prototype
Prototype - JavaScript Framework that aims to ease development of dynamic web applications.
Thomas is one of many talented RoR core team alumni
Scripty2 - completely rewritten version of script.aculo.us
RaphaelJS - JavaScript vector graphics library featured in Episode 0.2.5
Johnson Page asks “What’s the future of Prototype.js?”
Underscore.js utility library for jQuery, inspired by Prototype, featured in Episode 0.0.5
Zepto.js minimalist inlinable framework for mobile WebKit browsers, with a jQuery-like chaining syntax
EveryTimeZone.com - handy tool to pick a time to meet across time zones. A promotional site for Freckle, chock full of JavaScript best practices.
Thomas’ blog post on approaches taken with EveryTimeZone.com
Gury Chainable syntax wrapper for the <canvas> element
Vapor.js “The only JS framework compatible with every browser.”
MadRobby gives mad props to @janl, @hblank, @cramforce and other JSConf.eu organizers.
FabJS - modular async framework for Node.js
Chris Williams’ talk on PromoteJS, an effort The Changelog supports.
Eyeballs.js - A lightweight MVC framework for building fast, tidy JavaScript web apps
CoffeeScript, featured in Episode 0.2.9
Amy Hoy, Thomas’ wife, product proponent, and usability diva.
Freckle helps you manage your time
JavaScript Performance Rocks - three books on ultimate web app performance
Charm Desk - Thomas and Amy tackle customer support
PeepCode’s Smashing into Vim with the soothing voice of Dan Benjamin
Mensch and Meslo, the latest stops on Thomas’ journey to find the ultimate Terminal.app font
Thomas likes to fly his AR.Drone around the office
He’s also building the Lego Milennium Falcon
SchnitzelConf a 1-day, full-contact conference in Vienna, Austria focusing on creating products, launching businesses, and charging real money.

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