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jQuery<\/strong> is a JavaScript library<\/strong> that allows you to handle common tasks in web development<\/a> more easily and quickly. It simplifies accessing elements, handling events, and creating animations with less code<\/a>. This reduces complexity and speeds up the development<\/a> of interactive websites<\/a>. It is still widely used today, especially in older projects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is jQuery all about?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The library<\/strong> is based on JavaScript<\/a> and extends its functionality with a compact, consistent syntax<\/strong>. You can access elements with just a few commands and modify content or behavior directly in the browser<\/strong>. At the same time, jQuery<\/strong> smooths out differences between various browsers<\/a>. This was especially important in the past, as not all browsers interpreted JavaScript<\/a> in the same way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why is jQuery used?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

jQuery<\/strong> saves time and reduces errors in development<\/a>. Many tasks can be implemented much more easily than with pure JavaScript<\/a>. In web development<\/a>, the library is particularly suitable for quick adjustments, smaller interactions<\/a>, and existing projects. At the same time, numerous plugins<\/a> are available that provide additional features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Typical areas of application<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The library is frequently used for recurring tasks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n