Intro to Javascript


Where does it fit in?

... with 

HTML


Where does it fit in

... with 

CSS

HOly trinity

JavaScript completes the Holy Trinity of Web Development






These technologies are very much interconnected.


Analogy

HTML defines the structure of this window frame
  • Wooden
  • Glass window
  • 16" x 24" x 2"

ANalogy

CSS defines the style of this window
  • Has a light finish
  • Square edges

Analogy

JavaScript gives us the action!
  • JS gives us the handle that allows the window to lock/unlock
  • JS gives us the hinges that allow the window to swing open/closed

Fun facts

Developed by Brandon Eich in 10 days! 

WOW! That's fast.


Fun Facts

JavaScript has been called the most hated programming language.


Fun Facts

JavaScript is now being embraced!

Written in 2013

LOL

Fun Facts

The developer community embrace is due in large part to 

Released 2006 and 2008

Final fun fact

"JavaScript is the language of the web."

It's the ONLY programming language that your browser understands.

Conclusion

HTML, CSS and JS have 3 very different purposes 

BUT are tightly bound together.


CONCLUSION

JavaScript provides the action on a webpage

No amount of HTML or CSS is going to make that window open!

JavaScript

By Cody Rose

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