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Handlebars.js vs Jinja2: What are the differences?
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1. Syntax and Structure: Handlebars.js uses double curly braces
{{}}to enclose variables and expressions, while Jinja2 uses double curly braces{}. Handlebars.js also uses the#if,#each, and#unlesskeywords for control flow, whereas Jinja2 uses{% if %},{% for %}, and{% unless %}respectively. - 2. Template Inheritance: Jinja2 provides template inheritance, allowing the creation of a base template that can be extended and modified by child templates. Handlebars.js does not have built-in support for template inheritance.
- 3. Custom Helpers: Handlebars.js allows the creation of custom helpers that can be used to perform additional logic or manipulate data within templates. Jinja2 does not have built-in support for custom helpers, although it can be extended through macros and filters.
- 4. Pre-compilation: Handlebars.js can be pre-compiled into JavaScript functions, which can improve performance by reducing the need for runtime parsing and evaluation. Jinja2 is typically compiled and executed dynamically at runtime.
- 5. Language Support: Handlebars.js is primarily used with JavaScript-based web frameworks, while Jinja2 is commonly used with Python-based web frameworks such as Flask and Django. This means that Handlebars.js has better integration and compatibility with JavaScript-specific features and libraries.
- 6. Syntax Extensibility: Handlebars.js allows the extension of its syntax through custom helpers and block helpers, making it more flexible for complex template logic. Jinja2 has a more fixed syntax and does not provide the same level of extensibility.
In Summary, Handlebars.js and Jinja2 differ in their syntax and structure, support for template inheritance, custom helpers, pre-compilation, language compatibility, and syntax extensibility.
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Asad Gilani
Software Engineer at Lisec Automation · | 5 upvotes · 202.7K views
@All: I am searching for the best template engine for .NET. I started looking into several template engines, including the Dotliquid, Handlebars.js, Scriban, and Razorlight. I found handlebar a bit difficult to use when using the loops and condition because you need to register for helper first. DotLiquid and Scriban were easy to use and in Razorlight I did not find the example for loops.
Can you please suggest which template engine is best suited for the use of conditional/list and looping and why? Or if anybody could provide me a resource or link where I can compare which is best?
Thanks In Advance
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Josh Lind
Frontend Engineer · | 3 upvotes · 119.1K views
I like Handlebars, it's very mature... some would say-- outdated.
Handlebars loops are done via {{#each myList}}. Read the docs! https://handlebarsjs.com/guide
Remember, don't put logic in your templates! Keep this layer simple. Sorry to hear you have to use dotNet.
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