Overview

Gulu UI is an innovative framework designed specifically for those who are embarking on their journey into frontend development. Targeting “source code readers,” it emphasizes readability and educational value, making it an ideal choice for beginners who want to understand the intricacies of UI component creation. Built upon Vue 2, Gulu UI promotes a structured approach to learning vital engineering concepts and technical practices, setting a solid foundation for future web developers.

The framework is still evolving, with about 50% of the code completed. This provides a unique opportunity for learners to witness and engage with an ongoing project, encouraging a hands-on approach to understanding code and component functionality. While its educational resources, like recorded video tutorials, might come at a cost, the free screencasts make it easy for newcomers to dive right in and start building their UI components.

Features

• Readability Focus: The code is designed to be self-explanatory, allowing beginners to comprehend functionality without extensive comments.
• Learning-Oriented: The framework covers essential engineering concepts such as unit testing and continuous integration, beneficial for anyone serious about improving their coding skills.
• Component Availability: Includes both simple and advanced components, from Buttons and Inputs to advanced features like Datepickers and Image Uploads.
• Continuous Integration: Utilizes Travis CI for seamless integration, ensuring that the framework is consistently tested and maintained.
• High Test Coverage: Aimed for over 90% unit test coverage, encouraging rigorous testing practices even in the learning phase.
• Onboarding with Ease: Originally built with Parcel for simplicity, it was later upgraded to Vue CLI 3 to enhance functionality as learners advance.
• Video Tutorials: Offers recorded sessions to help users visually grasp the framework and its components’ setup process, complementing the hands-on coding experience.