Polaris Framework (Front-End)
Overview
Polaris is a front-end web framework designed for creating responsive UI components with a focus on simplicity.Polaris Core and Plugins
Polaris is divided into two parts: Core and Plugins. Polaris Core includes generic components essential for most web applications, while Polaris Plugins offer additional features tailored for specific web apps.Note: This documentation exclusively covers Polaris Core; each Plugin has its own documentation.
Polaris Audiences
Polaris is tailored for web app designers and developers. It's open-source and published under the MIT license on GitHub.Why Polaris
After more than a decade of using various front-end web frameworks, the creator decided to develop Polaris with features that address common challenges faced by experienced UI developers.Key Features of Polaris Framework
Naming System:
Polaris uses a simple and robust naming system to ease integration and prevent conflicts with other libraries.Vanilla JS:
Compiled Vanilla JS ensures a fast and bug-free experience, allowing seamless integration with other libraries.Customization:
100% customizable framework using Sass for CSS and TypeScript for JavaScript. Easily modify and maintain well-structured code.Bundling:
Webpack is employed for compilation, minification, and bundling of CSS and JS libraries. Customization is simple with built-in CLI commands.Don’t Repeat Yourself (DRY):
Polaris automates code maintenance using Node.js, Webpack, Sass, TypeScript, and other packages.RTL Support:
Native support for RTL languages with a dedicated stylesheet (polaris-rtl.css).Dark & Light Theme:
All components support dark and light themes, with automatic adaptation to the browser's default pattern.Polaris Plugins:
Extend Polaris Core functionality with a variety of Plugins designed to work seamlessly together.Prerequisites
Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript is recommended for designers and developers.Familiarity with Sass, TypeScript, and Webpack is recommended for developers.
Explore more on the GitHub page and get started with Polaris Framework.
For comprehensive information, please visit the Plolaris Framework's main website.
www.polarisui.com