The
JavaScript Source (http://javascript.internet.com/) is an
invaluable resource for every web developer. The site
provides
access to over two thousand free JavaScripts. Some, such as form
validation, calculators, and date pickers, enhance the functionality of
a site, while others are just plain fun.
The
JavaScript Source site is well organized and easy to use, with a
top menu linked to the major functional categories of script and a
left-hand menu for related web design links. There is a master
list for those who just want to browse and a key word search for those
who need something specific.
Not only is it an extremely simple matter to capture the scripts, but
most scripts can be seen in action, provided you are using the right
browser. In
addition to a descriptive paragraph and notation of
script size, complete instructions are given at the top of each script,
including browser limitations. If you like what you see, a single
click (thanks to JavaScript) will allow you to copy the entire script
onto your clipboard for pasting later into your own web page. The
only proviso is that you must leave the credit line intact when using
the script on your site.
Most of these scripts can be used without any knowledge of
JavaScript. Many, however, work only with Internet Explorer, so
it is important to ensure that other browsers are handled to avoid
undesirable results. Happily, this is just the site to grab a
script to detect the user’s browser. From the useful to the
annoying, almost any script worth having can be found at The JavaScript
Source.
In addition to the actual scripts, tutorials are available on the site,
not just for JavaScript but for other web development tools as
well. There is also a user forum for those needing extra help, a
collection of news items, and links to other valuable sites.
This site will make the favourites list of every web developer from neophyte to expert.