A Comprehensive Guide to Using requestAnimationFrame()

Learn how to use the requestAnimationFrame() API for performing animations and scheduling events in a predictable manner. The requestAnimationFrame() API is a relatively new addition to web browsers and provides a more predictable way to hook into the browser’s render cycle. It is supported by all modern browsers, including IE 10 and above. Although not specific to animations, requestAnimationFrame() is commonly used for animating elements on a webpage. In the past, animations were typically implemented using setTimeout() or setInterval()....

JavaScript Algorithms: Binary Search

Binary search is an efficient algorithm used to search for an item in an ordered array or any other ordered data structure. It reduces the search space by half with each iteration, making it a highly optimized search algorithm. To perform a binary search, follow these steps: Start with the ordered array and the item you need to search for. Calculate the middle index of the array by dividing the number of elements by 2....