Introduction to
JavaScript
A Beginner's Guide to Web Development
What is JavaScript?
• JavaScript is a lightweight, interpreted programming
language.
• It is primarily used to create dynamic and interactive
web content.
• JavaScript can run in the browser and on servers
(Node.js).
• It is one of the core technologies of the World Wide
Web alongside HTML and CSS.
Features of JavaScript
• Easy to learn and implement.
• Supports event-driven programming.
• Cross-platform compatibility.
• Dynamically typed language.
• Rich set of libraries and frameworks.
Uses of JavaScript
• Adding interactivity to websites (e.g., sliders, forms).
• Building web and mobile apps (e.g., React, Vue).
• Server-side development (Node.js).
• Game development.
• Creating animations and visual effects.
Basic Syntax
• Variables:
let x = 10; const y = 20;
• Functions:
function greet() {
console.log('Hello, World!');
}
• Conditionals:
if (x > y) {
console.log('x is greater than y');
}
JavaScript and the Web
• DOM Manipulation:
Access and modify HTML elements dynamically.
• Event Handling:
Respond to user actions (clicks, keypresses).
• AJAX:
Fetch data from servers without refreshing the page.
• APIs:
Interact with services like maps, payments, and social
media.
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