jQuery is a fast, small, and feature-rich JavaScript library designed to simplify HTML DOM tree traversal and manipulation, as well as event handling, CSS animation, and Ajax
. It is free, open-source software and is widely used, with a presence on 77% of the 10 million most popular websites
. The main purpose of jQuery is to make it easier to use JavaScript on websites, reducing the amount of code needed for common tasks and providing a consistent interface across different browsers
. Some key features of jQuery include:
- HTML/DOM manipulation
- CSS manipulation
- HTML event methods
- Effects and animations
- AJAX
- Utilities
jQuery is popular among professional developers and those with little or no programming experience, as it offers a comprehensive set of tools for building dynamic web applications with minimal coding
. The library is cross-platform and supports various types of browsers, making it a versatile choice for web development
. In addition to the core features, jQuery also has plugins for almost any task, allowing developers to create custom solutions and extend the library's functionality
. Some of the most popular companies using jQuery include Google, IBM, and Netflix
