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Basic JavaScript Effects for Designers

Event SXSW Interactive 2009
Format Solo
Organizer Jason Zimdars Element Fusion
Description Expand your design capabilities by venturing into the world of JavaScript effects. "Write less, do more" libraries are lowering the technical barrier to entry for designers who want to get involved with scripting. This session will help you understand and use JavaScript effects.
Questions
Answered
  1. What are "write less, do more" JavaScript libraries?
  2. What are the popular libraries?
  3. Which libraries are best for designers and why?
  4. What are the common objections by designers faced with using JavaScript?
  5. How do effects libraries overcome these objections?
  6. What do I need to know to use JavaScript effects?
  7. How do I do .... ?? (how to use several common effects in your projects)
  8. How do I keep from going overboard with effects?
  9. What are the caveats, gotchas, and limitations of JavaScript effects?
  10. What are some advanced techniques to take it to the next level?
Level Intermediate
Category Web / Interface Design