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JavaScript, originally named Mocha and LiveScript, was created by Brendan Eich in 1995 and is a high-level, dynamic programming language used for web interactivity. It is one of the most popular programming languages globally, with various applications including web, mobile, and server-side development. The document also discusses JavaScript's runtime environment, its relationship with ECMAScript, and practical exercises for learning its features.

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JavaScript, originally named Mocha and LiveScript, was created by Brendan Eich in 1995 and is a high-level, dynamic programming language used for web interactivity. It is one of the most popular programming languages globally, with various applications including web, mobile, and server-side development. The document also discusses JavaScript's runtime environment, its relationship with ECMAScript, and practical exercises for learning its features.

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History of JavaScript

1. JavaScript was originally named Mocha, then renamed


to LiveScript, and finally JavaScript to capitalize on the
popularity of Java at the time.
2. JavaScript was created by Brendan Eich in 1995 while he
was working at Netscape Communications Corporation.
3. JavaScript is an interpreted language, meaning it is
executed line by line.
What is JavaScript
1. JavaScript is a high-level, dynamic
programming language commonly
used for creating interactive effects
within web browsers.
2. Actions: Enables interactivity.
3. Updates: Alters page without
reloading.
4. Events: Responds to user actions.
5. Data: Fetches and sends info to server.
Popularity of JavaScript
1. JavaScript is one of the most popular
programming languages in the world,
consistently ranking at the top in surveys
and job listings.
2. Average JavaScript Dev Salary in India:
• Entry-Level (0-1 year): Around ₹3,50,000 per
annum.
• Mid-Level (2-5 years): Approximately
₹6,00,000 to ₹10,00,000 per annum.
• Experienced (5+ years): Can exceed
₹10,00,000 per annum, potentially reaching
up to ₹20,37,500.
Applications of JavaScript

1. HTML: Defines the structure and content of the website.


2. CSS: Specifies the appearance and layout of the website.
3. JavaScript: Adds interactivity and dynamic behavior to the
website.
Applications of JavaScript

Web Applications:
• React: A library for building user interfaces, maintained by Facebook.
• Angular: A platform for building mobile and desktop web applications,
maintained by Google.
• Vue.js: A progressive framework for building user interfaces.
Applications of JavaScript

Server-Side:
• Node.js: Allows JavaScript to run on the server, used for building scalable
network applications.
• Express.js: A minimal and flexible Node.js web application framework.
Applications of JavaScript

Mobile Applications:
• React Native: Builds mobile apps using JavaScript and React.
• Ionic: A framework for building cross-platform mobile apps with web
technologies like HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• NativeScript: Allows building native iOS and Android apps using
JavaScript or TypeScript.
Applications of JavaScript

BuildTools:
• Webpack: A module bundler for JavaScript applications.
• Parcel: A fast, zero-configuration web application bundler.
• Gulp: A toolkit to automate tasks in your development workflow.
Applications of JavaScript

Desktop Applications:
• Electron: Allows building cross-platform desktop applications using
HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• NW.js: A framework for building native applications with web
technologies.
Applications of JavaScript

Cameras and Speakers:


• Three.js: A library that makes WebGL - 3D programming for the web -
easier to use.
• WebRTC: A technology that enables peer-to-peer audio, video, and
data sharing.
• Howler.js: A JavaScript audio library for the modern web.
Runtime Environment
1. Provides infrastructure to execute JavaScript
code.
2. Core: Includes a JavaScript engine (e.g., V8,
SpiderMonkey).
3. Browser Environment: Offers APIs for DOM
manipulation, events, and network requests.
4. Node.js: Extends JavaScript capabilities to
server-side programming.
5. Asynchronous Support: Handles non-blocking
operations with event loops, callbacks, and
promises.
JavaScript vs ECMA

1. ECMAScript is the standardized specification developed by ECMA


International that defines the core features, syntax, and
functionalities of JavaScript and similar scripting languages.
2. JavaScript is the actual language implementation.
JavaScript vs TypeScript

1. JavaScript runs at the client


side in the browser.
2. CoDee Script / TypeScript
are transpiled to JavaScript.
JavaScript vs TypeScript
JavaScript in Console (Inspect)
1. Allows real-time editing of HTML/CSS/JS
2. Run Scripts: Test code in console.
3. Debug: Locate and fix errors.
4. Modify DOM: Change webpage elements.
Errors: View error messages.
JavaScript in Console (Alert)
JavaScript in Console (Math)
Console can be used
as a Calculator
DOM Manipulation

1. Change HTML
2. Change CSS
3. Perform Actions
Chrome Extensions
1. Create Features: Add new
functionalities to Chrome.
2. Interact with Web: Modify or
read webpage content.
3. API Access: Use Chrome's
built-in functions.
4. User Experience: Enhance or
customize browsing.
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Practice Exercise

1. Use an alert to display Good


Morning.
2. Display your name in a popup.
3. Using Math calculate the
following:
=> 75-25
=> 3+3-5
4. Change Facebook page to
display “I am Learning JS”

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