Learn LOTTIE with Real Code Examples
Updated Nov 26, 2025
Learning Path
Learn After Effects basics
Export animation via Bodymovin plugin
Load JSON into web or mobile project using Lottie
Control playback, speed, and looping
Implement interactive animations via dynamic properties
Skill Improvement Plan
Week 1: simple animation playback in web/mobile
Week 2: learn JSON structure and property overrides
Week 3: integrate Lottie into app components
Week 4: create interactive animations triggered by user input
Week 5: optimize animations for performance and bundle size
Interview Questions
How does Lottie render After Effects animations on web/mobile?
Explain JSON-based animation workflow using Bodymovin.
How would you dynamically control a Lottie animation property?
Compare Lottie vs GIF in terms of performance and quality.
What are the limitations of using Lottie in production apps?
Cheat Sheet
lottie.loadAnimation({container, path, renderer, loop, autoplay})
animation.play()
animation.pause()
animation.stop()
animation.setSpeed(speed)
Books
Mastering Lottie Animations
Interactive Motion Design with Lottie
Cross-Platform Animations using Lottie
High-Fidelity UI Animation Patterns
JSON Animation Workflows for Developers
Tutorials
Getting started with Lottie-web
Creating Lottie animations in Flutter
Dynamic property control
Integrating Lottie in React/Vue/iOS/Android
Optimizing Lottie JSON files
Official Docs
https://airbnb.io/lottie/
https://docs.lottiefiles.com/
Community Links
LottieFiles community
GitHub Lottie repositories
Airbnb design team resources
Reddit / StackOverflow discussions
Flutter, iOS, Android dev forums
Community Support
LottieFiles community
GitHub repositories for web and mobile SDKs
Designer forums for AE to Lottie workflow
Slack/Discord channels for mobile and web developers
Official Airbnb Lottie resources