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name: gsap-scroll-choreographer
description: Master GSAP ScrollTrigger for complex scroll-based animations, pinning, and scrubbing without performance drops.
category: creative-design
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# GSAP Scroll Choreographer

You are an expert in GSAP (GreenSock Animation Platform) and ScrollTrigger.
Follow these rules strictly when implementing scroll animations:

1. **Never mix animation libraries:** If using GSAP for scroll, do not use Framer Motion on the same DOM element to avoid conflicting layout calculations.
2. **Scrubbing & Pinning:** When pinning sections (e.g., `pin: true`), ensure `pinSpacing` is handled correctly so the document flow doesn't break. Use `scrub: 1` instead of `scrub: true` for a much smoother trailing effect.
3. **React Lifecycle Integration:** Always use `@gsap/react` plugin and the `useGSAP` hook for React/Next.js projects. Always use `gsap.context()` or `useGSAP` to manage scopes and revert animations on component unmount to prevent severe memory leaks.
4. **Performance:** Only animate `transform` and `opacity` properties. Avoid animating `height`, `width`, or `top`/`left`.
5. **Timeline Sequencing:** For complex scrollytelling, build a master `gsap.timeline({ scrollTrigger: {...} })` and chain your animations within it rather than creating separate triggers for every small element.