JavaScript for Web Development

JavaScript for Web Development

This course is part of Build Website with HTML, JavaScript, AngularJS, and React Specialization

Instructor: Board Infinity

What you'll learn

Gain deep knowledge of JavaScript fundamentals: variables, data types, operators, and functions for effective web application development.
Acquire the ability to dynamically modify web pages using DOM manipulation and craft responsive user interfaces through event handling techniques.
Achieve expertise in advanced JavaScript practices and harness the power of jQuery to enhance web page interactivity and simplify tasks.
Culminate learning with a hands-on project, demonstrating real-world application of JavaScript and jQuery skills to create dynamic web experiences.

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Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

Dive into the captivating world of JavaScript, a cornerstone language that has revolutionized web development by enabling dynamic and engaging web applications. This course, divided into three holistic modules, ensures learners gain a deep understanding of JavaScript from basic concepts to advanced implementations.

In the first module, you'll embark on a journey through the foundational elements of JavaScript. This foundational foray will familiarize you with the primary components such as data types, variables, operators, and fundamental functions, setting the stage for the subsequent modules. The second module transitions to the vibrant world of web interactivity. Here, you'll delve into the intricacies of the Document Object Model (DOM) and understand how JavaScript seamlessly integrates with it. Mastering this module is essential for those aiming to craft web pages that dynamically adjust and respond to user interactions. Finally the third module, we elevate our exploration to advanced techniques and the influential jQuery library. With jQuery, you'll discover streamlined methods for sophisticated DOM manipulations and enhanced event handling, paving the way for the creation of intricate web application functionalities. By the end of the course, you will have a solid foundation in JavaScript programming and a clear understanding of how to use it for web development. You will also have the skills to design and develop dynamic, interactive web applications that resonate with the contemporary digital landscape.

This module is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive introduction to JavaScript programming. Throughout the module, learners will gain hands-on experience working with JavaScript and will develop a deep understanding of its core features and capabilities. The module will cover the key concepts of JavaScript, including variables, data types, operators, control structures, and functions. Learners will understand how to use these concepts to create basic programs that are modular, maintainable, and easy to test. By the end of the module, learners will be proficient in creating simple and effective JavaScript programs. They will be able to apply best practices and coding standards to write high-quality code that meets the needs of their clients and users.

What's included

17 videos4 readings2 assignments

17 videosTotal 82 minutes

Course Introduction Video0 minutesPreview module
Meet your Instructor1 minute
About this lesson0 minutes
Introduction to JavaScript5 minutes
Setting up your development environment2 minutes
Writing your first JavaScript program4 minutes
About this lesson0 minutes
Variables in Javascript7 minutes
Data Types in Javascript8 minutes
Using arithmetic and comparison operators8 minutes
Arrays in Javascript5 minutes
Working with Strings6 minutes
String Manipulation6 minutes
About this lesson0 minutes
Conditional statements (if/else, switch)7 minutes
Looping structures (For, While, Do-While)6 minutes
Functions and Scope7 minutes

4 readingsTotal 85 minutes

Syllabus15 minutes
Learn more about Variables, Operators, and Strings30 minutes
Further Reading on Control Statements30 minutes
Tell us what you think!10 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 90 minutes

JS Programming - Graded Quiz60 minutes
Basics of JS - Practice Quiz30 minutes

This module is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of how to manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM) using JavaScript and how to handle events in JavaScript. Throughout the module, learners will gain hands-on experience working with the DOM and will develop a deep understanding of how to make dynamic and interactive web pages. The module will cover the key concepts of the DOM, including how to access and manipulate DOM elements using JavaScript, and how to use event listeners to respond to user input, such as clicks and key presses. Learners will understand how to use these concepts to create interactive web pages that are responsive to user input. By the end of the module, learners will be proficient in manipulating the DOM using JavaScript and will be able to handle events to make their web pages more interactive. They will be able to apply best practices and coding standards to write high-quality code that meets the needs of their clients and users.

What's included

13 videos3 readings3 assignments

13 videosTotal 61 minutes

About this lesson0 minutesPreview module
Understanding the Document Object Model (DOM)3 minutes
Accessing DOM elements with JavaScript7 minutes
Manipulating DOM elements with JavaScript7 minutes
Modifying styles and attributes with JavaScript6 minutes
What you will learn in this Lesson0 minutes
Understanding events and event listeners3 minutes
Responding to user input (clicks, key presses)6 minutes
Creating interactive user interfaces with events4 minutes
What you will learn in this Lesson0 minutes
Creating and removing DOM elements with JavaScript6 minutes
Using AJAX to load content dynamically7 minutes
Handling errors and exceptions5 minutes

3 readingsTotal 90 minutes

Read more about DOM Manipulation30 minutes
Further reading on event handling30 minutes
Read more on Advance DOM Manipulation30 minutes

3 assignmentsTotal 120 minutes

DOM Manipulation - Graded Quiz60 minutes
DOM Manipulation - Practice Quiz30 minutes
Event Handling - Practice Quiz30 minutes

This module is designed to provide learners with a comprehensive understanding of advanced JavaScript techniques and the jQuery library. Throughout the module, learners will gain hands-on experience working with JavaScript and jQuery and will develop a deep understanding of how to make dynamic and interactive web pages. Learners will understand how to use these techniques to write efficient and effective JavaScript code. In addition, learners will be introduced to the jQuery library, which simplifies DOM manipulation and event handling in JavaScript. They will learn how to use jQuery to create animations, handle events, and manipulate the DOM more easily. By the end of the module, lerners will build a hands on project that will bring thier learning to life.