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Have you ever wondered how websites can respond to your actions, showing new content without having to refresh the whole page? Well, chances are JavaScript makes it happen! JavaScript brings interactivity and dynamism to websites and apps.
This beginner’s guide will introduce you to the basics so you can start adding some magic with JavaScript.
What Exactly is JavaScript?
JavaScript is a scripting programming language that enables you to create dynamic content, control multimedia, and more on websites and applications. While often used on the web, it can also be used without a browser.
JavaScript code, or JS for short, runs on the client-side so processing happens on the user’s device rather than the server. This makes pages more responsive!
Along with HTML and CSS, JavaScript is an essential technology for web development. HTML provides structure and content, CSS handles presentation and style, and JS controls behavior and interaction. Together they allow for rich user experiences.
