Angular Parallax

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Lightweight & performant parallax scrolling for angular.js.

Overview

The Angular Parallax directive offers a lightweight and efficient way to integrate parallax scrolling into your AngularJS applications. With a minified script size of just 1.6K and around 40K gzipped, this solution allows developers to enhance the user experience without significantly increasing the load time. The use of requestAnimationFrame and translate3D ensures that transitions are smooth and GPU-accelerated, making it an attractive option for modern web design.

Setting up Angular Parallax is straightforward. By including the necessary AngularJS dependencies and defining your transitions, you can apply stunning parallax effects to your templates with ease. This directive not only facilitates a visually compelling design but also allows for precise control over animations, ensuring that your web application remains both responsive and engaging.

Features

  • Lightweight: Weighing in at just 1.6K (40K gzipped), this directive won’t bloat your application.
  • Smooth Transitions: Utilizes requestAnimationFrame and translate3D for seamless and GPU-accelerated scrolling effects.
  • Easy Setup: Quick installation through AngularJS with clear instructions for incorporating key dependencies.
  • Custom Animations: Create unique animations with a custom animator function, tailored to your design needs.
  • Animatable Attributes: Supports various animatable attributes, which can be defined using literals or functions for dynamic changes.
  • Template Integration: Applies parallax scrolling easily via the du-parallax attribute, enhancing user engagement.
  • Convenient API: The createAnimator method simplifies the process of building animator closures, streamlining your workflow.
  • Open Source: Licensed under the MIT License, allowing for broad use and modification in both personal and commercial projects.
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