AngularJS - run task in background repeatedly

Question

I am relatively new to AngularJS.

A current usecase I am working on involves running a function every N seconds, as long as the user has the browser window open. This background service must not in itself interfere with the rest of the app.

What is the preferred way to do this in AngularJS?

Answer 1

Use $interval as mentioned by @dustyrockpyle.

Note that using a regular setInterval with AngularJS is usually not a good idea, as Angular won't automatically notice any changes made.