Advanced and Comprehensive jQuery Syllabus
This syllabus is designed to provide a thorough understanding of jQuery, from foundational concepts to advanced techniques. It is intended for developers with basic knowledge of JavaScript who want to master the jQuery library and its applications in web development.
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Module 1: Introduction to jQuery
What is jQuery?: Understanding its purpose and benefits
Lesson 1
jQuery vs Vanilla JavaScript: Comparative analysis of DOM manipulation efficiency
Lesson 2
Downloading and Including jQuery:
jQuery CDN vs Local Installation
Lesson 3
Compatibility with different browsers and versions
Lesson 4
Basic Syntax Overview: Understanding the $ function and ready event ($(document).ready())
Lesson 5
Module 2: DOM Traversal and Manipulation
DOM Selection:
Universal (*) and specific selectors
Attribute-based selection ($(“[attribute=value]”))
Hierarchical selectors (parent, child, sibling)
DOM Traversal Methods:
.parent(), .children(), .siblings(), .closest()
.find() vs .filter()
Lesson 7
DOM Manipulation:
Modifying content: .html(), .text(), .val(), .attr()
Adding/removing elements: .append(), .prepend(), .after(), .before(), .remove()
Cloning and replacing nodes: .clone(), .replaceWith()
Lesson 8
Module 3: Events and Event Handling
Event Binding and Delegation:
.on(), .off() methods
Difference between direct and delegated event handling
Lesson 9
Common Event Types:
Mouse events (click, dblclick, hover, mouseenter, mouseleave)
Keyboard events (keydown, keyup, keypress)
Form events (submit, change, focus, blur)
Lesson 10
Preventing Default Behavior and Propagation:
.preventDefault(), .stopPropagation()
Custom Events: Creating and triggering custom events using .trigger()
Lesson 11
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Module 4: jQuery Effects and Animations
Basic Effects:
.show(), .hide(), .toggle()
.fadeIn(), .fadeOut(), .fadeToggle(), .fadeTo()
Lesson 12
Sliding Effects:
.slideUp(), .slideDown(), .slideToggle()
Lesson 13
Custom Animations:
The .animate() method for advanced effects
Controlling animation speed and easing functions
Chaining animations
Lesson 14
Stopping and Managing Animations:
.stop(), .finish(), .queue(), .dequeue()
Lesson 15
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Module 5: jQuery AJAX and JSON Handling
Introduction to AJAX in jQuery:
Synchronous vs Asynchronous communication
Overview of AJAX methods: .ajax(), .get(), .post(), .load()
Lesson 16
AJAX Options and Callbacks:
success, error, complete, beforeSend
Timeout settings and caching
Lesson 17
Working with JSON Data:
Sending and receiving JSON
Parsing JSON responses using $.parseJSON()
Lesson 18
AJAX Error Handling:
Handling HTTP status codes
.fail(), .done(), .always() chaining methods
Lesson 19
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Module 6: Advanced jQuery Techniques
jQuery Plugins:
Understanding and using third-party plugins
Creating custom plugins: Extending the $.fn object
Deferred Objects and Promises:
Introduction to $.Deferred()
Managing asynchronous operations with .then(), .catch(), .always()
Dynamic Content Management:
Template rendering
Managing real-time updates with AJAX and WebSockets
Lesson 22
jQuery and Accessibility (ARIA):
Enhancing user experience with ARIA attributes
Best practices for keyboard and screen reader support
Lesson 23
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Module 7: jQuery Utilities and Performance Optimization
Utility Functions:
$.each(), $.map(), $.extend()
Data handling: $.isArray(), $.isFunction(), $.isEmptyObject()
Parsing utilities: $.parseHTML(), $.parseXML()
Lesson 24
Performance Best Practices:
Avoiding unnecessary DOM manipulations
Event delegation vs direct binding
Caching jQuery selectors
Minimizing reflows and repaints
Lesson 25
Browser Compatibility and Fallbacks:
Polyfills for older browsers
Testing for feature support
Lesson 26
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Module 8: Testing, Debugging, and Real-World Applications
Debugging jQuery Code:
Using browser developer tools
Common pitfalls and troubleshooting tips
Automated Testing:
Integrating with frameworks like Jasmine or QUnit
Real-World Applications:
Form validation with jQuery
Dynamic UI interactions: accordions, modals, carousels
Using jQuery with APIs and back-end systems
Lesson 29