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MadJS: File API presentation abstract
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Getting To Know the File API

The File API is supported in all modern browsers. The W3C spec allows you to upload files via XHR/ajax, read/manipulate files, and, in some cases, access the filesystem. This is all native to the browser, so no need for ActiveX, Flash, or Java! In this presentation, I'll cover the following:

  • What does this spec provide?
  • What are File and Blob objects?
  • Reading files
  • Manipulating blobs and creating your own
  • Handling dropped files and folders
  • Handling files and folders via <input type="file">
  • Uploading files via ajax/xhr
  • What if the browser doesn't support the File API?
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