Time Travel with JavaScript

A JavaScript technique for creating a split-flap display animation, similar to a Vestaboard, is demonstrated. The method uses GSAP to control a timeline of character transitions, avoiding the need to duplicate DOM elements. By animating the timeline's playhead, characters can be changed seamlessly. The process involves creating individual flaps, animating their rotation, and combining them into a board. A web API alternative is also briefly discussed. This animation trick can be applied to various scrolling and display effects.