Is it best practice to use jQuery or raw JavaScript for handling events in PHP applications?

When handling events in PHP applications, it is generally best practice to use jQuery for client-side event handling and raw JavaScript for server-side event handling. jQuery simplifies event handling and provides cross-browser compatibility, making it easier to work with events on the client side. Raw JavaScript can be used for server-side event handling within PHP scripts, such as form submissions or AJAX requests. 

<!DOCTYPE html>
<html>
<head>
    <title>Event Handling</title>
    <script src="https://code.jquery.com/jquery-3.6.0.min.js"></script>
</head>
<body>
    <button id="btn">Click me</button>

    <script>
        // jQuery event handling
        $('#btn').click(function() {
            alert('Button clicked!');
        });

        // Raw JavaScript event handling
        document.getElementById('btn').addEventListener('mouseover', function() {
            console.log('Mouse over button');
        });
    </script>
</body>
</html>

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