barba.js (or similar) integration, component animations and future plans

[HTMLwyn]

Hey, first up, I’m a huge fan of the framework, I feel like it immensely helps my development workflow keep up with whatever is needed for the project. Even in times where Webflow seems to become the new go-to.

I’m just wondering if there are any plans to implement a JS library like barba.js, swup.js or whatever to make some interesting page transitions. I’ve tried implementing it myself, but kinda get stuck with the whole reinitializing of WP and plugin scripts.

Also, another idea would be to add some default/easily configurable animations for all components (like fade in and stuff).

But honestly I’m just interested to hear what your plans are for this framework. Are there any you can talk about?
Cheers!

[timohubois]

@HTMLwyn great question! I think adding such kind of library inside the core is against the mythology to keep the core lean and clean.

A few years (around 4-5) ago I was also very hyped from swup.js and used it at older Flynt projects. When I remember correctly I had also to update the head and .wp-footer elements to get it work if some plugins injecting their own javascript and css.