TYPO3 Glossary

AJAX

TYPO3 AJAX

AJAX (Asynchronous JavaScript and XML) is a technique used to create faster and more interactive web applications. When working with TYPO3, AJAX can make your website more dynamic without reloading the entire page.

Here is a simple guide to get started with TYPO3 AJAX:

  1. Basic TYPO3 AJAX setup:

    Make sure TYPO3 is installed and running. Use JavaScript to send requests to the server without refreshing the page.

  2. Create an AJAX request:

    Use JavaScript (or jQuery) to send an AJAX request.

    Example in jQuery:

    $.ajax({
       url: 'your-ajax-endpoint',
       type: 'POST',
       data: { key: 'value' },
       success: function(response) {
           // Handle the response
           console.log(response);
       }
    });

  3. Processing the request in TYPO3:

    Create a PHP script in your TYPO3 installation to handle the AJAX request.Register this script as an AJAX endpoint in TYPO3.

  4. Register the AJAX endpoint:

    Register the AJAX endpoint in your TYPO3 extension in the ext_localconf.php file:

    \TYPO3\CMS\Extbase\Utility\ExtensionUtility::configurePlugin(
       'Vendor.Extension',
       'PluginName',
       [
           'Controller' => 'action'
       ],
       [
           'Controller' => 'action'
       ],
       \TYPO3\CMS\Extbase\Utility\ExtensionUtility::PLUGIN_TYPE_PLUGIN
    );

  5. Return data to JavaScript:

    Your PHP script should process the request and return the required data.Make sure the response is in a format that JavaScript can handle, like JSON.By using AJAX in TYPO3, you can create a smoother user experience with faster interactions. Have fun programming!