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61 minPGdocumentary

Synopsis

AngularJS, once dismissed by Gmail and Google Maps, has undergone years of transformation to reclaim its status as a key JavaScript framework at Google.

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Why Watch

  • Meet Miško Hevery and other Angular experts
  • Find out how Angular 2 transformed the framework
  • See the evolution from AngularJS to Ivy

Did You Know

  • AngularJS was initially dismissed by Gmail and Google Maps teams.
  • The film features insights from over ten key figures in the Angular community.
  • Angular was once considered dead before its resurgence in popularity.

Perfect For

JavaScript developersGoogle technology enthusiastsSoftware framework historians
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was AngularJS initially considered by Google?

AngularJS was born as an internal Google experiment and was initially brushed off by Gmail and Google Maps.

What significant changes occurred in Angular's development?

Internal pressures led the Angular team to a radical overhaul of the framework, which left the community feeling abandoned.

Who are some notable figures featured in the documentary?

Notable figures include Miško Hevery, Igor Minor, Brad Green, Minko Gechev, Sarah Drasner, and Addy Osmani.

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