SAP UI5
SAP UI5 (SAP User Interface for HTML5) is a JavaScript framework developed by SAP for building enterprise-grade web applications, particularly for SAP Fiori apps. It provides a rich set of UI controls, theming capabilities, and a model-view-controller (MVC) architecture to create responsive and consistent user interfaces that integrate seamlessly with SAP backend systems. The framework is optimized for business applications with features like data binding, internationalization, and accessibility support.
Developers should learn SAP UI5 when building or maintaining web applications that interact with SAP systems, such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP ERP, or SAP Cloud Platform, as it is the standard UI technology for SAP Fiori. It is essential for creating modern, role-based enterprise apps that offer a consistent user experience across devices, with strong integration capabilities for SAP services like OData and SAP Gateway. Use cases include developing custom Fiori apps, extending standard SAP solutions, or building standalone web apps that leverage SAP data and business logic.