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Wednesday, August 9, 2006; 07:24 AM
Soon Windows-using web developers will be able to test (some of) their HTML, CSS and JavaScript code for compatibility across multiple platfroms, using a new browser that emulates the Mac-based Safari. Like Safari, Swift (currently in v.1.0 alpha) is built using the open source WebKit development framework.
WebKit is the core of Apple's Safari web browser. It is composed of two smaller frameworks, WebCore and JavaScriptCore. Both the WebCore HTML layout engine and the JavaScriptCore JavaScript renderer are based on cross platform libraries that are part of the KDE project. By using the same core technologies as the staple Mac browser, Swift will handle some aspects of website rendering in the same manner as Safari. While it is not a complete substitute for testing on a real Mac, Swift will nevertheless be a useful tool for testers. WebKit was also used to create another browser for the Mac - OmniWeb.
This early version of Swift is still rough around the edges, and users have reported some installation problems. The project website at www.getwebkit.org offers downloads, developer resources, and a community forum.
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