Question 1

Is Dojo 2 core still supported?

Accepted Answer

It's deprecated and merged into @dojo/framework, but patches are still provided. For new features, you should migrate to @dojo/framework using the available CLI tool.

Question 2

How do I migrate from @dojo/core to @dojo/framework?

Accepted Answer

Use the CLI migration tool provided by Dojo, as mentioned in the README. It automates the upgrade process from v2 to v3, but you'll need to adjust imports and check for API changes.

Question 3

@dojo/core or lodash for utility functions?

Accepted Answer

Dojo 2 core is better for cross-platform TypeScript projects needing integrated HTTP and async features, but lodash has broader adoption and more utilities. Choose based on your ecosystem needs.

Question 4

Can I use @dojo/core with React?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's framework-agnostic and can be used with React for utilities like HTTP requests or event handling. However, React-specific libraries might offer better integration.

Question 5

How to handle HTTP requests with @dojo/core?

Accepted Answer

Use the request module, which provides methods like 'get' and 'post' that work in both Node.js and browsers. Refer to the documentation for examples and advanced options.

Question 6

Does @dojo/core support cancelable promises?

Accepted Answer

Yes, through the Task class in the async module, which extends Promise and allows cancellation. This is useful for managing long-running or unnecessary async operations.

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