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GWT (Google Web Toolkit) vs Lightning Design System

A side-by-side look at GWT (Google Web Toolkit) and Lightning Design System. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

GWT (Google Web Toolkit)

GWT (Google Web Toolkit)

Development

GWT (Google Web Toolkit) is an open-source Java software development framework for building complex browser-based applications. It allows developers to write client-side applications in Java that get compiled to JavaScript for execution in the browser.

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Lightning Design System

Lightning Design System

Development

Lightning Design System (LDS) is an open-source component library that allows developers to build consistent, accessible web interfaces for Salesforce products. It provides a collection of reusable components like buttons, forms, navigation, etc. as well as CSS frameworks, JavaScript, design guidelines, and other resources.

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