Now that we've looked at library compatibility as a whole, it's time to check out how the ArcGIS API for JavaScript plays with other JavaScript libraries and frameworks. We'll look at some of the popular libraries used by developers, and attempt to load them along with the ArcGIS API for JavaScript. We'll create the same application using jQuery, Backbone.js, Knockout.js, and AngularJS, and see how they compare. Finally, we'll look at a few do's and don'ts with any framework and the ArcGIS API.
So, our census data app is a big hit for the Y2K society. They like the look of the graphics, and want us to expand it. The functionality of the widget is great, but they've made a new request. It seems that one of the members watched a late night comedian on television the other night, and found out that there are people out there who can't find their state or county on a map.
After discussing possible solutions with our client, we've decided to add...