What are you most proud of, and what would you do differently next time?

What I'm Most Proud Of

I'm most proud of the advanced animated numbers feature and light & dark mode, which adds an engaging and dynamic aspect to the age calculator. It enhances the user experience and makes the tool more visually appealing.

What I Would Do Differently Next Time

Next time, I would focus on improving the accessibility of the age calculator. Making it fully accessible to people with disabilities would ensure usability for a wider audience.

What challenges did you encounter, and how did you overcome them?

Challenges and Solutions

Challenge: Implementing Animated Numbers

Implementing animated numbers required a thorough understanding of the animation process and synchronizing the animation with the age calculation.

Solution:

Overcame this challenge by integrating the setInterval function to create a simple animation. By synchronizing the animated numbers with the age calculation, I managed to achieve a seamless and visually captivating effect.

Challenge: Implementing a Seamless Switch between Light and Dark Modes

Implementing a seamless switch between light and dark modes without affecting the functionality of the age calculator.

Solution:

Overcame this challenge by using CSS variables and JavaScript to dynamically update the color scheme based on user preference. Ensured that the switch between modes was smooth and visually appealing, enhancing the overall user experience.

Challenge: Optimizing the Performance of the Age Calculator

Optimizing the performance of the age calculator, especially regarding the animation of numbers.

Solution:

Overcame this challenge by fine-tuning the animation sequences and minimizing unnecessary DOM manipulation. Additionally, implemented CSS hardware acceleration techniques to enhance the performance of the animated numbers. With the setInterval function, I ensured smoother and more efficient animations.

What specific areas of your project would you like help with?

Next time, I would focus on improving the accessibility of the age calculator. Making it fully accessible to people with disabilities would ensure usability for a wider audience.