Creating Engaging Vue Applications with Quasar Timelines
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Chapter 1: Introduction to Quasar
Quasar is a widely used Vue UI framework that enables developers to create aesthetically pleasing Vue applications. In this article, we will delve into the process of developing Vue applications utilizing the Quasar UI library.
Section 1.1: Implementing a Dark Timeline
To create a timeline with a dark background, we can utilize the dark property. For example, the following HTML structure can be employed:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
</head>
<body class="body--dark">
<div id="q-app">
<q-layout view="lHh Lpr lFf" container style="height: 100vh;">
<div class="q-pa-md bg-grey-10 text-white">
<q-timeline color="secondary" dark>
<q-timeline-entry
heading
body="Timeline heading"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 21, 2000"
icon="delete" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry heading body="November, 2017"></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
</q-timeline>
</div>
</q-layout>
</div>
<script>
new Vue({
el: "#q-app",
data: {
body: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet"}
});
</script>
</body>
</html>
In this example, we apply the bg-grey-10 class for a dark background and text-white for white text.
Subsection 1.1.1: Timeline Layout and Side Options
To modify the layout and side position of the timeline, we can use the layout and side properties. Below is an example:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
</head>
<body class="body--dark">
<div id="q-app">
<q-layout view="lHh Lpr lFf" container style="height: 100vh;">
<div class="q-pa-md">
<q-timeline color="secondary" layout="dense" side="left">
<q-timeline-entry
heading
body="Timeline heading"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 21, 2000"
icon="delete" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry heading body="November, 2017"></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
</q-timeline>
</div>
</q-layout>
</div>
<script>
new Vue({
el: "#q-app",
data: {
body: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet"}
});
</script>
</body>
</html>
The layout can be adjusted to dense, comfortable, or loose, while the side can be set to either left or right.
Section 1.2: Creating a Responsive Timeline
For a responsive timeline, the layout property can be set dynamically based on the screen size. Here’s how you can achieve that:
<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
<link
rel="stylesheet"
type="text/css"
/>
</head>
<body class="body--dark">
<div id="q-app">
<q-layout view="lHh Lpr lFf" container style="height: 100vh;">
<div class="q-pa-md">
<q-timeline color="secondary" :layout="layout">
<q-timeline-entry
heading
body="Timeline heading"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 21, 2000"
icon="delete" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry heading body="November, 2017"></q-timeline-entry>
<q-timeline-entry
title="Event Title"
subtitle="February 22, 2000" :body="body"
></q-timeline-entry>
</q-timeline>
</div>
</q-layout>
</div>
<script>
new Vue({
el: "#q-app",
data: {
body: "Lorem ipsum dolor sit amet"},
computed: {
layout() {
return this.$q.screen.lt.sm
? "dense" : this.$q.screen.lt.md
? "comfortable" : "loose";
}
}
});
</script>
</body>
</html>
In this implementation, a computed property for layout is created to determine the layout based on the screen size.
Chapter 2: Additional Resources and Tutorials
To further enhance your skills with the Quasar framework, consider the following videos that provide in-depth tutorials:
Quasar Vue.js Tutorial - Let's Build An App!
This video guides you through the process of creating an application using the Quasar framework, showcasing its capabilities and features.
Vue 3 & Quasar Tutorial - Create a Money App in 2 Hours!
In this tutorial, learn how to develop a money management application using Vue 3 and Quasar, focusing on practical applications of the framework.
Conclusion
Quasar’s timeline component offers a variety of options that allow developers to create dynamic timelines tailored to their application's needs. By leveraging these features, you can enhance user engagement and improve the visual appeal of your Vue applications.