Utilizing Angular’s Features and Improvements

Welcome to the exciting world of modern Angular development. With its rapid six-month release cycle, Angular has evolved dramatically, introducing new features and updates that change how we approach our applications in a really interesting way!

In this chapter, we will explore Angular 17, the latest version of the Angular framework at the time of writing, and discover how its new features and improvements empower developers to build cutting-edge web applications. We will also delve into the core features of Angular and understand how they enhance the development process.

In this chapter, we will cover the following topics:

• Introducing modern Angular
• Learning about the core features and improvements in Angular
• Organizing an Angular project

Technical requirements

This chapter contains various code samples of Angular core features and concepts. You can find the related source code in the chapter-03 folder of the following GitHub repository: https://github.com/PacktPublishing/Next-Level-UI-Development-with-PrimeNG/tree/main/apps/chapter-03.

Introducing modern Angular

As we embark on this chapter, let’s take a moment to explore the Angular framework’s journey and understand how it has evolved over time to become a powerhouse in web development. From its inception to the latest version, Angular has continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of developers and provide a robust foundation for building complex web applications.

The Angular framework was initially introduced by Google in 2010 as AngularJS (using JavaScript). It was a game-changer in the web development landscape, offering a declarative and powerful approach to building dynamic user interfaces. However, as web technologies advanced and developers demanded more scalability and performance, Angular underwent a significant transformation.

One of the pivotal moments in Angular’s evolution was the release of Angular 2 (using TypeScript) in 2016. Angular 2 introduced a complete rewrite of the framework, embracing modern concepts such...

Learning about the core features and improvements in Angular

In this section, let’s explore some of the features and improvements that Angular brings to the table, including data binding, components, services, directives, pipes, signals, and control flow. It’s important to understand some core concepts of Angular, so we can have a better understanding of how Angular and PrimeNG work together in the following chapters.

Angular data binding

Data binding is a fundamental concept in Angular that enables the synchronization of data between the component and the view. It allows you to establish a connection between the data in your component and the HTML elements in the template. Data binding ensures that any changes in the component are automatically reflected in the view, and vice versa.

Angular supports several types of data binding. Let’s explore each type:

• Interpolation: Interpolation is a common way to display data from a component to the UI. It...

Organizing an Angular project

The purpose of organizing and structuring an Angular application is to enhance its maintainability, scalability, and reusability. It involves making decisions about how to structure the code base, divide responsibilities among different files and folders, and establish conventions for naming and organizing files. Organizing an Angular project effectively not only improves the developer experience but also helps teams collaborate better and reduces the learning curve for new developers joining the project.

When organizing an Angular project, it’s important to follow established best practices and leverage Angular’s recommended project structure. The Angular style guide provides several best practices for organizing an Angular project. You can find the style guide here: https://angular.io/guide/styleguide.

One key principle emphasized in the style guide is the LIFT approach, which stands for Locating code quickly, Identifying the code...

Summary

In this chapter, we have covered key aspects of modern Angular development. We began by introducing the evolution of Angular, highlighting its growth and advancements. Moving on, we discussed core features and improvements in recent Angular versions, including data binding, components, services, directives, pipes, and signals. We also emphasized the importance of organizing an Angular project effectively using best practices.

By gaining insights into modern Angular development, you are now equipped to take your skills to the next level. In the next chapter, we will focus on integrating PrimeNG into your Angular project. We will guide you through the process of incorporating PrimeNG into your Angular application and harnessing its power to enhance the user experience.