Link dump: May 14, 2006

JavaScript evolution to follow Python, creator says

JavaScript will be moving closer to the structure of Python with version 2 … er, maybe I need to add Python to my list of must learns.

Brendan Eich: JavaScript 2 and the Future of the Web

Related to the above link, Ajaxian has a bit about Eich’s reasons for a change in the language and the slides from his presentation at The AJAX Experience.
• Also see: Whats wrong with JavaScript 2.0

The Myth, Reality & Future of Web 2.0

Om Malik analyses the meaning, significance and impact of Web 2.0.

My PNG Image Replacement Method

Christopher Schmitt details his method for using PNGs with versions of IE

Yahoo! Design Pattern Library

Somewhat related to the AJAX links above, here is Yahoo!’s library of interaction design patterns. And if you’re not sure what we mean by ‘pattern’ we’ve also got a definition.
• Also see “Implementing a Pattern Library in the Real World: A Yahoo! Case Study”
• Also see “Bill Scott on Ajax Design (Patterns and Principles)”