Prototype vs JQuery?

I’ve always been a Prototype advocate. Not for any deep down reason for how it compares with jQuery though, mostly because I was interested in learning Ruby on Rails and it happend to be the library of choice. With version 1.0 of jQuery hitting the shelves over the weekend, it’s a good time to reevluate the reasoning behind this. Luckily there’s great posts out there advocating both for prototype and Why jQuery’s Philosophy is Better. Interesting food for thought. Look forward to reading over jQuery 1.0′s source.


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3 Responses to “Prototype vs JQuery?”

  1. John Resig August 31, 2006 at 3:33 am

    Glad to see that you’re considering the switch, Adam. I just released 1.0.1 (just some bug fixes) but I’m going to be re-launching the documentation and web site later this week. Let me know if you have any questions, I’ll be happy to answer them.

  2. Tobie Langel October 18, 2006 at 12:57 pm

    Hi Adam,

    I too had posted an article about the subject a while ago. I ended up not switching, especially considering the recent surge of activity on prototype’s svn.

    What about you?

    Did you end up switching?

  3. Adam Fortuna October 22, 2006 at 2:58 am

    Ah thanks for the link, that’s about the same sentiment as me actually. I already have some projects with Prototype, so there’s no choice but to keep using it for those, just have to work in the time to learn jQuery. Hate the use the “haven’t had time” excuse, but i’ll surely get there. Look forward to reading your results!