Glow (JavaScript library)
Glow is an open-source JavaScript library created by the BBC. Development on Glow began in 2007,[1] and it was publicly released under an Apache License in July 2009.[2]
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| Developer(s) | BBC |
|---|---|
| Final release | 1.7.7
/ July 7, 2011 |
| Repository |  |
| Written in | JavaScript |
| Operating system | Cross-platform (JavaScript) |
| Type | JavaScript library |
| License | Apache License |
| Website | http://www.bbc.co.uk/glow/ |
The rationale for the development of the library, as opposed to using other libraries such as jQuery or YUI, was to meet the BBC's stated targets for cross-browser compatibility (particularly Safari 1.3)[3] that are of particular use in creating a website that uses data that corresponds to times, for example broadcast metadata.
References
- "Glow JavaScript library open source release". Retrieved 2009-07-09.
- "Public unveiling of BBC glow". Retrieved 2009-07-09.
- "BBC Glow - Hacker News".
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