Question 1

How do I install ChakraCore-Delphi in my Delphi project?

Accepted Answer

Clone the repository with submodules, download ChakraCore binaries from the specified release page, and add the source files to your project path. Follow the README steps for platform-specific setup.

Question 2

ChakraCore-Delphi vs DWS for Delphi: which is better?

Accepted Answer

ChakraCore-Delphi uses Microsoft's engine for high performance and modern JS support, while DWS is a native Pascal script engine. Choose ChakraCore for JS compatibility in desktop apps, or DWS for pure Pascal integration without external dependencies.

Question 3

Does ChakraCore-Delphi support async/await or ES6 modules?

Accepted Answer

It depends on ChakraCore 1.11.24, which has partial ES6 support but may not fully include newer features like async/await. Check ChakraCore's documentation for specific version capabilities.

Question 4

Can I use this with Free Pascal on Linux?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the project supports x86_64-linux via Free Pascal, allowing cross-platform application development. Ensure you have the correct binaries and compiler settings as per the README.

Question 5

How to handle JavaScript errors in ChakraCore-Delphi?

Accepted Answer

Use the provided Object Pascal classes to catch exceptions from JavaScript execution, similar to native error handling. Implement callbacks or checks in your Delphi code to manage errors gracefully.

Question 6

Is ChakraCore still maintained by Microsoft?

Accepted Answer

ChakraCore is no longer actively developed by Microsoft, which could impact future updates, security patches, and compatibility with new JavaScript standards for this binding.

Question 7

How to update to a newer version of ChakraCore?

Accepted Answer

You would need to manually update the bindings, as the project is tied to 1.11.24. Check the repository for forks or community updates, or modify the source code yourself to adapt.

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