Loading datatables dynamically by group

digimonsta

Hi,

I have a existing application written with DataTables which is suffering from poor performance. Essentially it displays a matrix of results that doesn't really lend itself well to paging, unless I were to page horizontally.

The matrix essentially displays vehicle models across the top and the features for those models grouped in the first few columns. These feature columns are fixed. There is some custom logic to apply the grouping together with the fixed columns which I may have to dispense with.

What I would like to accomplish is a semi-dynamic approach whereby each group can be loaded dynamically. The matrix groups would initially load in a collapsed state and the contents would be loaded as the user toggles the groups.

My initial thoughts would be to create a top level table that handles the groupings (not necessarily DataTables) and have many mini tables inside each group, who's contents would be loaded on toggle.

Has anyone used DataTables to produce such an application? If so, what approach did you use? Is this something that can be performed out of the box?

Kind Regards,

Blake