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.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug_report.md

@@ -0,0 +1,40 @@
+---
+name: Bug report
+about: Create a report to help us improve
+title: ":bug: "
+labels: bug
+assignees: ''
+---
+
+## Bug Description
+<!-- A clear and concise description of what the bug is -->
+
+## Steps to Reproduce
+<!-- Steps to reproduce the behavior -->
+1. 
+2. 
+3. 
+
+## Expected Behavior
+<!-- A clear and concise description of what you expected to happen -->
+
+## Actual Behavior
+<!-- A clear and concise description of what actually happened -->
+
+## Code Sample
+<!-- If applicable, add minimal code sample to reproduce the issue -->
+```js
+// Your code here
+```
+
+## Environment
+- Browser and version: <!-- e.g. Chrome 120, Firefox 120, Safari 17 -->
+- OS: <!-- e.g. Windows 11, macOS Sonoma, Ubuntu 22.04 -->
+- dd<el> version: <!-- e.g. 0.9.2 -->
+- Other relevant details:
+
+## Screenshots
+<!-- If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem -->
+
+## Additional Context
+<!-- Add any other context about the problem here -->

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/documentation.md

@@ -0,0 +1,22 @@
+---
+name: Documentation improvement
+about: Suggest improvements to the documentation
+title: ":abc: "
+labels: documentation
+assignees: ''
+---
+
+## Documentation Area
+<!-- Which part of the documentation needs improvement? Provide links if applicable -->
+
+## Current Issue
+<!-- What's currently unclear, missing, or incorrect in the documentation? -->
+
+## Suggested Improvement
+<!-- Describe the improvement or addition you'd like to see -->
+
+## Example Content
+<!-- If applicable, provide example content or wording -->
+
+## Additional Context
+<!-- Any other context or screenshots about the documentation request -->

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature_request.md

@@ -0,0 +1,29 @@
+---
+name: Feature request
+about: Suggest an idea for this project
+title: ":zap: "
+labels: enhancement
+assignees: ''
+---
+<!-- Consider open discussion: https://github.com/jaandrle/deka-dom-el/discussions first -->
+
+## Problem Statement
+<!-- A clear and concise description of the problem this feature would solve -->
+
+## Proposed Solution
+<!-- A detailed description of the feature you're suggesting -->
+
+## Use Cases
+<!-- Describe specific use cases where this feature would be beneficial -->
+
+## Example Implementation
+<!-- If possible, provide example code or pseudocode for how this feature might work -->
+```js
+// Example code
+```
+
+## Alternatives Considered
+<!-- A description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered -->
+
+## Additional Context
+<!-- Any other context, screenshots, or examples that might be helpful -->

.github/pull_request_template.md

@@ -0,0 +1,39 @@
+<!-- 
+Please use an appropriate git3moji in your PR title: https://robinpokorny.github.io/git3moji/
+Examples:
+- :bug: Fix signal update not triggering on nested properties
+- :zap: Improve event delegation performance
+- :abc: Add documentation for custom elements
+-->
+
+## Description
+<!-- Describe the changes introduced by this PR -->
+
+## Related Issues
+<!-- Link any related issues using the format #ISSUE_NUMBER -->
+
+## Type of Change
+- [ ] Bug fix (non-breaking change that fixes an issue)
+- [ ] New feature (non-breaking change that adds functionality)
+- [ ] Breaking change (fix or feature that would cause existing functionality to change)
+- [ ] Documentation update
+- [ ] Code refactoring
+- [ ] Performance improvement
+- [ ] Test update
+
+## Testing Performed
+<!-- Describe the tests you've done to verify your changes -->
+
+## Screenshots
+<!-- If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your changes -->
+
+## Checklist
+- [ ] My code follows the code style of this project
+- [ ] I have performed a self-review of my own code
+- [ ] I have added tests that prove my fix is effective or that my feature works
+- [ ] I have updated the documentation accordingly
+- [ ] My changes generate no new warnings
+- [ ] All existing tests are passing
+
+## Additional Notes
+<!-- Any additional information that might be helpful for reviewers -->

CONTRIBUTING.md

@@ -0,0 +1,174 @@
+# Contributing to Deka DOM Elements
+
+Thank you for your interest in contributing to Deka DOM Elements (dd<el> or DDE)! This document provides guidelines and
+instructions for contributing to the project.
+
+## Table of Contents
+
+- [Code of Conduct](#code-of-conduct)
+- [Getting Started](#getting-started)
+- [Development Workflow](#development-workflow)
+- [Commit Guidelines](#commit-guidelines)
+- [Pull Request Process](#pull-request-process)
+- [Issue Guidelines](#issue-guidelines)
+- [Coding Standards](#coding-standards)
+- [Testing](#testing)
+- [Documentation](#documentation)
+
+## Code of Conduct
+
+Please be respectful and inclusive in your interactions with other contributors. We aim to foster a welcoming community
+where everyone feels comfortable participating.
+
+## Getting Started
+
+1. **Fork the repository**:
+	- Click the "Fork" button on the GitHub repository
+
+2. **Clone your fork**:
+	```bash
+	git clone https://github.com/YOUR-USERNAME/deka-dom-el.git
+	cd deka-dom-el
+	```
+
+3. **Set up the development environment**:
+	```bash
+	npm ci
+	```
+
+4. **Add the upstream repository**:
+	```bash
+	git remote add upstream https://github.com/jaandrle/deka-dom-el.git
+	```
+
+## Development Workflow
+
+1. **Create a new branch**:
+	```bash
+	git checkout -b your-feature-branch
+	```
+	Use descriptive branch names that reflect the changes you're making.
+
+2. **Make your changes**:
+	- Write clean, modular code
+	- Follow the project's coding standards (see [Coding Standards](#coding-standards))
+	- Include relevant tests for your changes
+
+3. ~**Run tests**:~
+	```bash
+	#npm test
+	```
+
+4. **Build the project**:
+	```bash
+	npm run build
+	#or
+	bs/build.js
+	```
+
+5. **Preview documentation changes** (if applicable):
+	```bash
+	npm run docs
+	#or
+	bs/docs.js
+	```
+
+…see [BS folder](./bs/README.md) for more info.
+
+## Commit Guidelines
+
+We use
+[![git3moji](https://img.shields.io/badge/git3moji%E2%80%93v1-%E2%9A%A1%EF%B8%8F%F0%9F%90%9B%F0%9F%93%BA%F0%9F%91%AE%F0%9F%94%A4-fffad8.svg?style=flat-square)](https://robinpokorny.github.io/git3moji/) <!-- editorconfig-checker-disable-line -->
+for commit messages. This helps keep the commit history clear and consistent.
+
+```
+:emoji: Short summary of the change
+```
+…for example:
+
+```
+:bug: Fix signal update not triggering on nested properties
+:zap: Improve event delegation performance
+:abc: Add documentation for custom elements
+```
+
+## Pull Request Process
+
+1. **Push your changes**:
+	```bash
+	git push origin your-feature-branch
+	```
+
+2. **Open a Pull Request**:
+	- Go to the repository on GitHub
+	- Click "New Pull Request"
+	- Select your branch
+	- Provide a clear description of your changes
+
+3. **PR Guidelines**:
+	- Use a clear, descriptive title with the appropriate git3moji
+	- Reference any related issues
+	- Explain what the changes do and why they are needed
+	- List any dependencies that are required for the change
+	- Include screenshots or examples if applicable
+
+4. **Code Review**:
+	- Address any feedback from reviewers
+	- Make necessary changes and push to your branch
+	- The PR will be updated automatically
+
+5. **Merge**:
+	- Once approved, a maintainer will merge your PR
+	- The main branch is protected, so you cannot push directly to it
+
+## Issue Guidelines
+
+When creating an issue, please use the appropriate template and include as much information as possible:
+
+### Bug Reports
+
+- Use the `:bug:` emoji in the title
+- Clearly describe the issue
+- Include steps to reproduce
+- Mention your environment (browser, OS, etc.)
+- Add screenshots if applicable
+
+### Feature Requests
+
+- Use the `:zap:` emoji in the title
+- Describe the feature clearly
+- Explain why it would be valuable
+- Include examples or mockups if possible
+
+### Documentation Improvements
+
+- Use the `:abc:` emoji in the title
+- Identify what documentation needs improvement
+- Suggest specific changes or additions
+
+## Coding Standards
+
+- Follow the existing code style in the project
+- Use meaningful variable and function names
+- Keep functions small and focused
+- Add comments for complex logic
+- Use TypeScript types appropriately
+
+<!--
+## Testing
+
+- Add tests for new features
+- Update tests for modified code
+- Ensure all tests pass before submitting a PR
+-->
+
+## Documentation
+
+- Update the documentation when you add or modify features
+- Document both API usage and underlying concepts
+- Use clear, concise language
+- Include examples where appropriate
+
+---
+
+Thank you for contributing to Deka DOM Elements! Your efforts help make the project better for everyone.

README.md

@@ -1,6 +1,7 @@
 **WIP** (the experimentation phase)
 | [source code on GitHub](https://github.com/jaandrle/deka-dom-el)
 | [*mirrored* on Gitea](https://gitea.jaandrle.cz/jaandrle/deka-dom-el)
+| [![git3moji](https://img.shields.io/badge/git3moji%E2%80%93v1-%E2%9A%A1%EF%B8%8F%F0%9F%90%9B%F0%9F%93%BA%F0%9F%91%AE%F0%9F%94%A4-fffad8.svg?style=flat-square)](https://robinpokorny.github.io/git3moji/) <!-- editorconfig-checker-disable-line -->
 
 <p align="center">
 	<img src="docs/assets/logo.svg" alt="Deka DOM Elements Logo" width="180" height="180">
@@ -127,6 +128,11 @@ Signals are the reactive backbone of Deka DOM Elements:
 - [TC39 Signals Proposal](https://github.com/tc39/proposal-signals) (future standard)
 - [Observer pattern](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Observer_pattern) (underlying concept)
 
+## Contributing
+
+We welcome contributions from the community! Please see our [Contributing Guide](CONTRIBUTING.md) for details on how to
+get started, coding standards, commit guidelines, and the pull request process.
+
 ## Inspiration and Alternatives
 
 - [vanjs-org/van](https://github.com/vanjs-org/van) — World's smallest reactive UI framework

bs/README.md

@@ -2,15 +2,18 @@
 This project uses [jaandrle/bs: The simplest possible build system using executable/bash scripts](
 https://github.com/jaandrle/bs).
 
-#### bs/build.js [--minify|--help]
+#### bs/build.js [main|signals] [--no-types|--help]
 Generates alternative versions of the project (other than native ESM code).
 Also generates typescript definitions.
 
 #### bs/docs.js
 Generates documentation, from `docs/`. Uses “SSR” technique, using deka-dom-el itself.
 
+For running use `npx serve dist/docs`.
+
 #### bs/lint.sh
 Lints size of the project, jshint. See configs:
 
 - `package.json`: key `size-limit`
 - `package.json`: key `jshintConfig`
+- `.editorconfig`

docs/components/mnemonic/elements-init.js

@@ -9,7 +9,7 @@ export function mnemonic(){
 		),
 		el("li").append(
 			el("code", "el(<tag-name>, <primitive>)[.append(...)]: <element-from-tag-name>"),
-			" — simple element containing only text",
+			" — simple element containing only text (accepts string, number or signal)",
 		),
 		el("li").append(
 			el("code", "el(<tag-name>, <object>)[.append(...)]: <element-from-tag-name>"),
@@ -26,6 +26,6 @@ export function mnemonic(){
 		el("li").append(
 			el("code", "elNS(<namespace>)(<as-el-see-above>)[.append(...)]: <element-based-on-arguments>"),
 			" — typically SVG elements",
-		)
+		),
 	);
 }

docs/components/mnemonic/signals-init.js

@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@ export function mnemonic(){
 		el("li").append(
 			el("code", "S.clear(...<signals>)"),
 			" — off and clear signals (most of the time it is not needed as reactive ",
-			"attributes and elements are cleared automatically)",
+			"attributes and elements are handled automatically)",
 		),
 	);
 }

docs/index.html.js

@@ -82,7 +82,7 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 
 		el("p").append(T`
 			By separating these concerns, your code becomes more modular, testable, and easier to maintain. This
-			approach ${el("strong", "is not")} something new and/or special to dd<el>. It’s based on ${el("a", {
+			approach ${el("strong", "is not something new and/or special to dd<el>")}. It’s based on ${el("a", {
 				textContent: "MVC", ...references.w_mvc })} (${el("a", { textContent: "MVVM", ...references.w_mvv })}),
 			but is there presented in simpler form.
 		`),
@@ -154,6 +154,10 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 				Interactive demos with server-side pre-rendering`),
 			el("li").append(T`${el("a", { href: "p13-appendix.html" }).append(el("strong", "Appendix & Summary"))} —
 				Comprehensive reference and best practices`),
+			el("li").append(T`${el("a", { href: "p14-converter.html" }).append(el("strong", "HTML Converter"))} —
+				Convert HTML to dd<el> JavaScript code`),
+			el("li").append(T`${el("a", { href: "p15-examples.html" }).append(el("strong", "Examples Gallery"))} —
+				Real-world application examples and case studies`),
 		),
 		el("p").append(T`
 			Each section builds on the previous ones, so we recommend following them in order.

docs/p02-elements.html.js

@@ -208,6 +208,6 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 			`),
 		),
 
-		el(mnemonic)
+		el(mnemonic),
 	);
 }

docs/p03-events.html.js

@@ -136,7 +136,7 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 				el("li", t`Set up lifecycle behaviors`),
 				el("li", t`Integrate third-party libraries`),
 				el("li", t`Create reusable element behaviors`),
-				el("li", t`Capture element references`)
+				el("li", t`Capture element references`), // TODO: add example?
 			)
 		),
 		el("p").append(T`

docs/p04-signals.html.js

@@ -277,7 +277,72 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 			`),
 			el("li").append(T`
 				${el("strong", "Avoid infinite loops")}: Be careful when one signal updates another in a subscription
-			`)
+			`),
+		),
+		el("p").append(T`
+			While signals provide powerful reactivity for complex UI interactions, they’re not always necessary.
+			A good approach is to started with variables/constants and when necessary, convert them to signals.
+		`),
+
+		el("div", { className: "tabs" }).append(
+			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "events" }).append(
+				el("h4", t`We can process form events without signals`),
+				el("p", t`This can be used when the form data doesn’t need to be reactive and we just waiting for
+					results.`),
+				el(code, { page_id, content: `
+					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
+						e.preventDefault();
+						const formData = new FormData(e.currentTarget);
+						// this can be sent to a server
+						// or processed locally
+						// e.g.: console.log(Object.fromEntries(formData))
+					});
+					// …
+					return el("form", null, onFormSubmit).append(
+						// …
+					);
+				` })
+			),
+
+			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "variables" }).append(
+				el("h4", t`We can use variables without signals`),
+				el("p", t`We use this when we dont’t need to reflect changes in the elsewhere (UI).`),
+				el(code, { page_id, content: `
+					let canSubmit = false;
+
+					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
+						e.preventDefault();
+						if(!canSubmit) return; // some message
+						// …
+					});
+					const onAllowSubmit = on("click", e => {
+						canSubmit = true;
+					});
+				`}),
+			),
+
+			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "state" }).append(
+				el("h4", t`Using signals`),
+				el("p", t`We use this when we need to reflect changes for example in the UI (e.g. enable/disable
+					buttons).`),
+				el(code, { page_id, content: `
+					const canSubmit = S(false);
+
+					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
+						e.preventDefault();
+						// …
+					});
+					const onAllowSubmit = on("click", e => {
+						canSubmit.set(true);
+					});
+
+					return el("form", null, onFormSubmit).append(
+						// ...
+						el("button", { textContent: "Allow Submit", type: "button" }, onAllowSubmit),
+						el("button", { disabled: S(()=> !canSubmit), textContent: "Submit" })
+					);
+				`}),
+			),
 		),
 
 		el("div", { className: "troubleshooting" }).append(
@@ -298,6 +363,6 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 			)
 		),
 
-		el(mnemonic)
+		el(mnemonic),
 	);
 }

docs/p05-scopes.html.js

@@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 				el(MyComponent);
 
 				function MyComponent() {
-					// 2. access the host element
+					// 2. access the host element (or other scope related values)
 					const { host } = scope;
 
 					// 3. Add behavior to host

docs/p07-debugging.html.js

@@ -80,7 +80,7 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 			el("li", t`listeners: A Set of functions called when the signal value changes`),
 			el("li", t`actions: Custom actions that can be performed on the signal`),
 			el("li", t`onclear: Functions to run when the signal is cleared`),
-			el("li", t`host: Reference to the host element/scope`),
+			el("li", t`host: Reference to the host element/scope in which the signal was created`),
 			el("li", t`defined: Stack trace information for debugging`),
 			el("li", t`readonly: Boolean flag indicating if the signal is read-only`)
 		),
@@ -114,7 +114,13 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 		el("ul").append(
 			el("li", t`That you’re using signal.set() to update the value, not modifying objects/arrays directly`),
 			el("li", t`For mutable objects, ensure you’re using actions or making proper copies before updating`),
-			el("li", t`That the signal is actually connected to the DOM element (check your S.el or attribute binding code)`)
+			el("li", t`That the signal is actually connected to the DOM element (check your S.el or attribute binding
+				code)`),
+			el("li").append(T`
+				That you’re passing signal corecctly (without using ${el("code", "*.get()")}) and for ${el("code",
+				"S.el")} that you passing (derived) signals not a function (use ${el("code",
+				"S.el(S(()=> count.get() % 2), odd=> …)")}).
+			`),
 		),
 		el(code, { src: fileURL("./components/examples/debugging/mutations.js"), page_id }),
 

docs/p13-appendix.html.js

@@ -129,75 +129,6 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 			`)
 		),
 
-		el("h4", t`Using Signals Appropriately`),
-		el("p").append(T`
-			While signals provide powerful reactivity for complex UI interactions, they’re not always necessary.
-		`),
-
-		el("div", { className: "tabs" }).append(
-			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "events" }).append(
-				el("h4", t`We can process form events without signals`),
-				el("p", t`This can be used when the form data doesn’t need to be reactive and we just waiting for
-					results.`),
-				el(code, { page_id, content: `
-					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
-						e.preventDefault();
-						const formData = new FormData(e.currentTarget);
-						// this can be sent to a server
-						// or processed locally
-						// e.g.: console.log(Object.fromEntries(formData))
-					});
-					// …
-					return el("form", null, onFormSubmit).append(
-						// …
-					);
-				` })
-			),
-
-			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "variables" }).append(
-				el("h4", t`We can use variables without signals`),
-				el("p", t`We use this when we dont’t need to reflect changes in the elsewhere (UI).`),
-				el(code, { page_id, content: `
-					let canSubmit = false;
-
-					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
-						e.preventDefault();
-						if(!canSubmit) return; // some message
-						// …
-					});
-					const onAllowSubmit = on("click", e => {
-						canSubmit = true;
-					});
-				`}),
-			),
-
-			el("div", { className: "tab", dataTab: "state" }).append(
-				el("h4", t`Using signals`),
-				el("p", t`We use this when we need to reflect changes for example in the UI (e.g. enable/disable
-					buttons).`),
-				el(code, { page_id, content: `
-					const canSubmit = S(false);
-
-					const onFormSubmit = on("submit", e => {
-						e.preventDefault();
-						// …
-					});
-					const onAllowSubmit = on("click", e => {
-						canSubmit.set(true);
-					});
-
-					return el("form", null, onFormSubmit).append(
-						// ...
-						el("button", { textContent: "Allow Submit", type: "button" }, onAllowSubmit),
-						el("button", { disabled: S(()=> !canSubmit), textContent: "Submit" })
-					);
-				`}),
-			),
-			el("p").append(T`
-				A good approach is to started with variables/constants and when necessary, convert them to signals.
-			`),
-		),
-
 		el("h4", t`Migrating from Traditional Approaches`),
 		el("p").append(T`
 			When migrating from traditional DOM manipulation or other frameworks to dd<el>:
@@ -394,46 +325,46 @@ export function page({ pkg, info }){
 				el("tr").append(
 					el("th", "Feature"),
 					el("th", "dd<el>"),
-					el("th", "React"),
+					el("th", "VanJS"),
-					el("th", "Vue"),
+					el("th", "Solid"),
-					el("th", "Svelte")
+					el("th", "Alpine")
 				)
 			),
 			el("tbody").append(
 				el("tr").append(
 					el("td", "No Build Step Required"),
 					el("td", "✅"),
+					el("td", "✅"),
 					el("td", "⚠️ JSX needs transpilation"),
-					el("td", "⚠️ SFC needs compilation"),
+					el("td", "✅")
-					el("td", "❌ Requires compilation")
 				),
 				el("tr").append(
-					el("td", "Bundle Size (minimal)"),
+					el("td", "Bundle Size (minified)"),
-					el("td", "~10-15kb"),
+					el("td", "~14kb"),
-					el("td", "~40kb+"),
+					el("td", "~3kb"),
-					el("td", "~33kb+"),
+					el("td", "~20kb"),
-					el("td", "Minimal runtime")
+					el("td", "~43kb")
 				),
 				el("tr").append(
 					el("td", "Reactivity Model"),
 					el("td", "Signal-based"),
-					el("td", "Virtual DOM diffing"),
+					el("td", "Signal-based (basics only)"),
-					el("td", "Proxy-based"),
+					el("td", "Signal-based"),
-					el("td", "Compile-time reactivity")
+					el("td", "MVVM + Proxy")
 				),
 				el("tr").append(
 					el("td", "DOM Interface"),
 					el("td", "Direct DOM API"),
-					el("td", "Virtual DOM"),
+					el("td", "Direct DOM API"),
-					el("td", "Virtual DOM"),
+					el("td", "Compiled DOM updates"),
-					el("td", "Compiled DOM updates")
+					el("td", "Directive-based")
 				),
 				el("tr").append(
 					el("td", "Server-Side Rendering"),
 					el("td", "✅ Basic Support"),
+					el("td", "✅ Basic Support"),
 					el("td", "✅ Advanced"),
-					el("td", "✅ Advanced"),
+					el("td", "❌")
-					el("td", "✅ Advanced")
 				)
 			)
 		),

package.json

@@ -85,7 +85,12 @@
 	"modifyEsbuildConfig": {
 		"platform": "browser"
 	},
-	"scripts": {},
+	"scripts": {
+		"test": "echo \"Error: no tests yet\"",
+		"build": "bs/build.js",
+		"lint": "bs/lint.sh",
+		"docs": "bs/docs.sh"
+	},
 	"keywords": [
 		"dom",
 		"javascript",