Every web developer has heard and probably is using jQuery framework, or a plug-in used in CMS is using jQuery. Well, jQuery have been on a long road and right now it seems that web and mobile web are becoming one – with jQuery Mobile.
All app developers know that building app for iPhone, Android or other mobile device can be very time consuming as you need to write few different native application for different platforms. This new mobile framework is new hope for developers to unify user experience for different phones and tablets. For full list of supported platforms visit the official website. At these early stages it seems that new framework is very stable, highly customizable and easy to use, there are a lot of examples and source code on the main website, and as well it can be plugged to Phone Gap.
jQuery Mobile Key Features
Built on jQuery core
Compatible with all major mobile, tablet, e-reader & desktop platforms
Lightweight size
Modular architecture
HTML5 Markup-driven configuration
Progressive enhancement
Responsive design
Powerful Ajax-powered navigation system
Touch and mouse event support
Powerful theme framework (ThemeRoller)
Unified UI widgets
If you have experience with jQuery, you will have kick start...