Introduction to angular:
1. Overview of Angular Framework
What is Angular?
Angular is a front-end framework for building dynamic, single-page
applications (SPAs) using TypeScript. It provides a structured way to create
web apps with reusable components, data binding, and dependency injection.
🔹 Example:
Think of Angular like building a car (your web app). Instead of welding every
part from scratch, you use pre-made components (engine, wheels, seats) and
assemble them efficiently.
Why Angular?
✅ Benefits:
Component-Based Architecture – Breaks UI into reusable pieces.
Two-Way Data Binding – Automatically syncs data between model and
view.
Dependency Injection (DI) – Manages services efficiently.
TypeScript Support – Better tooling & error detection.
🔹 Analogy:
Imagine a restaurant kitchen (Angular app) where:
Components = Kitchen stations (grill, fryer, salad bar).
Services (DI) = Waiters delivering ingredients to stations.
Templates = Recipe cards guiding how dishes are made.
Angular vs React vs Vue
Feature Angular React Vue
Language TypeScript JavaScript JavaScript
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Architecture Full MVC View Library Progressive
Learning Curve Steeper Moderate Easier
🔹 Analogy:
Angular = A fully-equipped SUV (structured but complex).
React = A customizable bike (flexible but needs add-ons).
Vue = A scooter (lightweight & easy to start).
2. Setting up Development Environment
1. Install Node.js & Angular CLI
Node.js (Runtime for JavaScript outside the browser)
Angular CLI (Command Line Tool for Angular projects)
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# Install Node.js from https://nodejs.org/
# Then install Angular CLI globally:
npm install -g @angular/cli
2. Choose an IDE (Visual Studio Code)
Download VS Code (Recommended for Angular).
Install extensions:
Angular Language Service
Prettier (Code formatting)
3. Create a New Angular Project
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ng new my-first-app
cd my-first-app
ng serve --open # Runs app on http://localhost:4200
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