Become a JavaScript programmer and have fun doing it!
Start writing software that solves real problems, even if you have
absolutely no programming experience! This friendly, easy, full-color
book puts you in total control of your own learning, empowering you to
build unique and useful programs. Microsoft has completely reinvented
the beginning programmer's tutorial, reflecting deep research into how
today's beginners learn, and why other books fall short. Begin to Code
with JavaScript is packed with innovations, from its JavaScript code
samples you can interact with straight from your browser to its "Make
Something Happen" projects. Whether you're a total beginner or you've
tried before, this guide will put the power, excitement, and fun of
programming where it belongs: in your hands! Easy, friendly, and you're
in control!
Learn how to...
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Get and use the powerful free Visual Studio Code tool for JavaScript
programming
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Explore the JavaScript environment and see what happens when programs
run
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Learn key concepts from example programs, and use them to jumpstart
your own
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Create web pages containing JavaScript programs using HTML and CSS
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Write complete JavaScript programs that run inside browsers
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Master JavaScript features for storing and processing data
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Break large programs into small, flexible components
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Use software objects to create custom data types to solve specific
problems
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Design more attractive and usable applications
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Make your programs more secure and reliable
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Use libraries and frameworks to create powerful software more quickly
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Get started with the essentials of interactive game development
About This Book
For absolute beginners who've never written a line of code
For anyone who's been frustrated with other beginning programming books
or courses
For people who've started out with other languages and now want to learn
JavaScript
