Scripty2, Zepto.js, Vapor.js (Interview)

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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