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Javascript: The Big Picture

Javascript has generally been considered the most popular programming language. That's why it's so popular in the development space! This course will teach you what JavaScript is, why it should matter for you, and how it is used in the world today.

Beginner
56m
(121)

Created by David Tucker

Last Updated Nov 02, 2022

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Javascript: The Big Picture

Javascript has generally been considered the most popular programming language. That's why it's so popular in the development space! This course will teach you what JavaScript is, why it should matter for you, and how it is used in the world today.

Beginner
56m
(121)

Created by David Tucker

Last Updated Nov 02, 2022

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What you'll learn

According to multiple reports, JavaScript is the world’s most popular programming language. Because of this, there is a large amount of interest from developers to learn more about it. In this course, JavaScript: The Big Picture, you’ll learn what JavaScript is and how it is used in the world today. First, you’ll explore a definition of JavaScript and the language’s core characteristics. Next, you’ll discover the most common use cases for JavaScript. Finally, you’ll learn about how JavaScript is governed as well as the release process. When you’re finished with this course, you’ll have the skills and knowledge of JavaScript needed to begin your journey into JavaScript development.

Javascript: The Big Picture
Beginner
56m
(121)
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David Tucker - Pluralsight course - Javascript: The Big Picture
David Tucker
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David is a Webby Award winning cloud development consultant that focuses on cloud native web, mobile, and IoT applications. He has over 15 years of experience building digital solutions.

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