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Angular Evolution and Upgrade Path

18 posts · May 2006 – Dec 2015

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The Google Web Toolkit (GWT) has evolved to provide developers with a powerful framework for building complex, high-performance web applications. Early efforts focused on enabling Java developers to create rich, client-client applications. Subsequent developments have seen GWT's integration into various Google products and its adoption by external companies, demonstrating its versatility and effectiveness in building scalable and maintainable web interfaces. Version 1.2 introduces new features and improvements.

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  1. Get ready for Javascript “Promises” with Google and Udacity- Google Developers BlogThis post announces a collaboration between Google and Udacity to offer a course on JavaScript Promises, highlighting the importance of this asynchronous programming feature for modern web development. It signifies Google's continued effort to educate developers on best practices and new language features, complementing the evolution of frameworks like Angular.
  2. Angular 1 and Angular 2 integration: the path to seamless upgrade- Google Developers BlogThis post details the integration path between Angular 1 and Angular 2, outlining the technical steps and considerations for a seamless upgrade. It focuses on how developers can leverage existing Angular 1 codebases while migrating to Angular 2, emphasizing strategies for code sharing, component migration, and maintaining application functionality during the transition. The goal is to provide a clear upgrade path that minimizes disruption and maximizes the benefits of the new framework.
  3. How GWT helped DayZipping- Google Developers BlogThis post details how GWT helped DayZipping build a scalable and maintainable web interface for their application, highlighting its effectiveness in handling complex web development challenges.
  4. A full ERP in the cloud with GWT and the Google Apps Marketplace- Google Developers BlogThis post details the architecture and implementation of a full Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system built using Google Web Toolkit (GWT) and deployed on the Google Apps Marketplace. It highlights how GWT's Java-to-JavaScript compilation and component-based architecture facilitated the development of a complex client-side application, while the Google Apps Marketplace provided a platform for distribution and integration with other Google services.
  5. Google Web Toolkit 2.0 - now with Speed Tracer- Google Developers BlogIntroduced Speed Tracer, a new tool for profiling and debugging the performance of GWT applications. Speed Tracer provides detailed insights into JavaScript execution, rendering, and network activity, enabling developers to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks.
  7. Lombardi Blueprint: Client side code, server side execution with GWT- Google Developers BlogThis post introduces the Lombardi Blueprint, a system that leverages Google Web Toolkit (GWT) for client-side code execution and server-side processing. It details how GWT can be used to build rich, client-side applications that interact with server-side logic, enabling a more performant and responsive user experience. The post likely discusses architectural patterns and technical considerations for this hybrid approach.
  8. Google Web Toolkit out in the wild- Google Developers BlogThis post highlights the adoption of Google Web Toolkit (GWT) by external companies and its use in production environments, showcasing its capabilities for building complex, high-performance web applications. It emphasizes GWT's suitability for Java developers and its role in creating scalable and maintainable web interfaces.
  9. Compiere: Building a GWT interface for opensource ERP- Google Developers BlogThis post details the use of Google Web Toolkit (GWT) to build a user interface for Compiere, an open-source ERP system. It highlights how GWT can be used to create rich, client-side applications from Java code, demonstrating its utility for enterprise-level software development.
  10. Chronoscope: 2 + 2 = 5 with GWT and Android- Google Developers BlogThis post details the development of Chronoscope, a system that uses Google Web Toolkit (GWT) and Android to improve timekeeping accuracy. It highlights the challenges of achieving precise time synchronization across distributed systems and presents a solution that leverages GWT for the client-side and Android for device-level time management. The post discusses the integration of multiple time sources and the algorithms used to reconcile discrepancies, aiming for a more accurate and reliable timekeeping mechanism.
  11. Google Web Toolkit out of beta as of 1.4 release- Google Developers BlogThis post announces that Google Web Toolkit (GWT) is officially out of beta with its 1.4 release. This signifies a maturation of the framework, making it production-ready for developers to build complex, high-performance web applications using Java.
  12. Google Web Toolkit Version 1.4 RC- Google Developers BlogThis post announces the Release Candidate (RC) for Google Web Toolkit (GWT) version 1.4. This release focuses on stability and includes bug fixes and performance improvements, building upon the existing framework for Java-to-JavaScript compilation and rich client-side web application development.
  13. Google Web Toolkit Becomes an Open Source Project- Google Developers BlogGoogle Web Toolkit (GWT) is now an open-source project. This release aims to provide developers with a powerful framework for building complex, high-performance web applications, enabling Java developers to create rich, client-client applications.
  14. Announcing Google Web Toolkit 1.2- Google Developers BlogThis post announces the release of Google Web Toolkit (GWT) version 1.2. Key features include improved debugging capabilities, enhanced RPC support, and better integration with Java development environments. It also highlights the growing adoption of GWT in Google products and by external developers, underscoring its maturity as a framework for building rich, client-side web applications.
  15. Google Web Toolkit Update- Google Developers BlogThis post announces the release of Google Web Toolkit (GWT) version 1.2, which includes new features and improvements. It highlights GWT's role in enabling Java developers to build rich, client-client applications and its adoption by Google products and external companies.
  16. Write AJAX applications in the Java language with Google Web Toolkit- Google Developers BlogThis post introduces the use of Google Web Toolkit (GWT) for writing AJAX applications in the Java language. It explains how GWT allows developers to write Java code that is then compiled into JavaScript, enabling the creation of rich, client-side web applications. The post highlights the benefits of using GWT, such as improved developer productivity, code reusability, and the ability to leverage Java's strengths for web development.