Issue № 310
Learn how to create inline SVG with Raphaël and take JavaScript minification to the next level.
by Nicholas C. Zakas ∙ 11 Comments
Variable naming can be a source of coding angst for humans trying to understand code. Once you're sure that a human doesn't need to interpret your JavaScript code, variables simply become generic placeholders for values. Nicholas C. Zakas shows us how to further minify JavaScript by replacing local variable names with the YUI Compressor.
by Brian Suda ∙ 29 Comments
Want to make fancy, interactive, scalable vector graphics (SVGs) that look beautiful at any resolution and degrade with grace? Brian Suda urges you to consider Raphaël for your SVG heavy lifting.
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