Is it still worth using jQuery in 2025?
10 months ago
- #JavaScript
- #jQuery
- #Web Development
- jQuery was revolutionary in 2006 by simplifying DOM manipulation, cross-browser compatibility, and offering utilities like AJAX and animations.
- Modern JavaScript now includes features like `querySelector`, `fetch`, and `classList`, reducing the need for jQuery.
- jQuery remains prevalent in 2025 (~74% of websites) due to legacy systems, CMS dependencies, and developer familiarity.
- For new projects, vanilla JS or frameworks like React/Vue are preferred for scalability, performance, and future-proofing.
- jQuery is still useful for quick fixes, legacy maintenance, or when specific plugins are required.