Ask Sencha AIFront-end framework performance is one of the most discussed—and most misunderstood—topics in web development. Teams often compare frameworks using benchmark charts, demo apps, synthetic tests, or bundle size claims, then assume those results directly predict real-world application speed. In practice, performance is more nuanced than that. A framework can look fast in a small benchmark […]
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Creating Responsive Layouts with Flexbox and CSS Grid: The Complete Guide
Modern web applications must work across a wide range of screen sizes. From large desktop monitors to tablets and mobile devices, users expect layouts that adapt smoothly without breaking, overlapping, or becoming difficult to use. That is why responsive design is a core part of frontend development, and two of the most important CSS tools […]
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Introduction Modern mobile applications demand rich user experiences, cross-platform compatibility, and rapid development cycles. In this document, you will learn how Ext JS and Capacitor can be combined to create powerful enterprise-grade mobile applications using web technologies. Ext JS provides you with a comprehensive framework for building responsive and feature-rich user interfaces, while Capacitor allows […]
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Selecting the right UI framework for enterprise applications requires evaluating component completeness, data handling performance, and long-term support. Enterprise teams prioritize frameworks that provide comprehensive component libraries, handle large datasets efficiently, and offer stable upgrade paths. This guide explains how to evaluate UI frameworks for enterprise needs, compares the leading options, and provides a structured […]
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UI frameworks in 2026 are defined by three significant shifts: deeper integration of AI-related components into mainstream development, mandatory accessibility compliance, and stronger data grid performance for enterprise applications. Ext JS 8.0 reflects these trends with native QR code generation, digital signature capture, and grid virtualization for very wide datasets. Enterprise software development now treats […]
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Enterprise software development in 2026 demands a different approach than consumer application development. Enterprise teams must prioritize scalability, performance, security, accessibility, and long-term maintenance from day one. These eight best practices address the unique challenges of building applications that serve large numbers of concurrent users, process large data volumes, and maintain high uptime expectations. Key […]
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JavaScript frameworks and libraries serve different purposes in enterprise development. Frameworks such as Ext JS provide a complete application architecture with built-in components, routing, and data management. Libraries offer specific functionality that developers integrate into their own architecture. Enterprise teams building data-intensive applications typically choose frameworks for faster development, standardized patterns, and long-term maintainability. Key […]
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Sencha is bringing back JS Days, a free, two-day online conference for JavaScript developers. Dates: September 16 to 17, 2026 Format: Fully virtual, join from anywhere Cost: Free Hosted by: Sencha, part of Idera, Inc. What It’s About JS Days is for developers, architects, and team leads working on JavaScript apps. The sessions cover: Building […]
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Choosing a UI component library shapes development velocity and application quality for years. This guide covers the ten criteria that matter most when enterprise teams evaluate UI component libraries: component breadth, grid performance, browser compatibility, TypeScript support, documentation, enterprise support, backward compatibility, bundle size, WCAG 2.2 accessibility, and total cost of ownership. Each criterion includes […]
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Enterprise teams routinely invest substantial developer time building JavaScript libraries that already exist as mature, production-grade solutions. This article covers five high-cost component categories that enterprise application development teams frequently build in-house when buying would produce better outcomes: data grids with virtualization, interactive charts, complex form systems, tree components for hierarchical data, and pivot grids. […]
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