Introduction to JavaScript
JavaScript is a widely-used, lightweight programming language, primarily employed by web developers to build dynamic and interactive features on websites, applications, servers, and even games.
Key Features of JavaScript
Here are some key features of JavaScript:
- Object-Oriented Scripting Language
- Client-Side Technology
- User Input Validation
- Conditional Statements (If-Else)
- Interpreter-Based Execution
- Built-in Function Capabilities
- Case Sensitivity
- Lightweight and Efficient
- Support for Loops
- Event Handling
Common Uses of JavaScript
JavaScript plays a significant role in various areas, including:
- Web Applications
- Game Development
- Mobile Applications
- Server-Side Web Development
JavaScript’s Origins and Naming
Brendan Eich, a programmer at Netscape, created JavaScript in September 1995. The development of the language took just ten days. Initially, it was known as Mocha, then renamed LiveScript, and eventually, it was officially named JavaScript.
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