Chapter 1: Introduction to JavaScript
JavaScript is a lightweight, interpreted programming language used to make web pages interactive. It
runs in the browser and is a core technology alongside HTML and CSS.
Chapter 2: JavaScript Syntax and Variables
JavaScript syntax is the set of rules that define a correctly structured JavaScript program. Variables can
be declared using var, let, or const. Variable names are case-sensitive and should follow naming
conventions.
Chapter 3: Data Types and Operators
JavaScript supports several data types such as string, number, boolean, object, undefined, null, and
symbol. Operators include arithmetic, comparison, logical, assignment, and more.
Chapter 4: Functions and Scope
Functions are reusable blocks of code. JavaScript supports function declarations, expressions, and
arrow functions. Scope determines the visibility of variables and functions – it can be global or local.
Chapter 5: Objects and Arrays
Objects in JavaScript are collections of key-value pairs. Arrays are ordered lists of values. Both can be
used to store and manipulate complex data.
Chapter 6: DOM Manipulation
The Document Object Model (DOM) represents the structure of a web page. JavaScript can access
and modify elements using methods like getElementById, querySelector, and innerHTML.
Chapter 7: Events and Event Handling
JavaScript responds to user interactions using event listeners. Events include click, submit, mouseover,
and more. The addEventListener method is commonly used for handling events.
Chapter 8: Asynchronous JavaScript
JavaScript handles asynchronous operations using callbacks, promises, and async/await. This is useful
for tasks like fetching data from APIs without blocking the UI.
Chapter 9: JavaScript ES6 and Beyond
ES6 introduced modern features such as let/const, arrow functions, template literals, destructuring, and
modules. Later versions added more features like optional chaining and nullish coalescing.
Chapter 10: Conclusion and Practice Tips
Mastering JavaScript requires practice. Build projects, explore frameworks like React or Vue, and
understand how the language interacts with the browser to build powerful applications.