Create a Slide-In Panel with jQuery
In this tutorial, I'll explain how to create a slide-in panel effect with jQuery. Basically, this means a hidden panel the slides into view when it is triggered by a button or other action. This is often used to display a contact form in a fun way, which is exactly what I am using it for on the new UltraMega website. As it turns out, this is very easy to do.
Saving Time With jQuery
jQuery is a popular JavaScript library that greatly simplifies developing advanced JavaScript applications. It is extremely powerful and lightweight at the same time. I've been using it for the first time on a current project, and I really like it.
jQuery supports all major browsers, has a small file size, and is used by major websites such as Google! Here is the description from their website:
"jQuery is a fast and concise JavaScript Library that simplifies HTML document traversing, event handling, animating, and Ajax interactions for rapid web development."
