Intermediate JavaScript & Best Practices

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English
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Paid Certificate Available
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10 hours 16 minutes
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On-Demand
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JavaScript from Beginner to Expert 2.0

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In this course, you’ll enhance your JavaScript skills and learn best practices for efficient and maintainable code. By the end of this course, you'll be able to handle string manipulation, work with regular expressions, and understand advanced topics like closures and bitwise operators. You’ll also improve your problem-solving ability by practicing exercises and applying JavaScript in real-world scenarios. The course is structured into several key sections: you’ll start by mastering string manipulation and regular expressions, then move on to working with dates, cookies, dialog windows, and more. You’ll also gain hands-on experience with advanced topics like closures and best practices, including debugging and performance optimization. Each section contains practical exercises that will help reinforce your learning. With extra content on new JavaScript features like the Nullish Coalescing Operator and Arrow Functions, you’ll stay up-to-date with the latest in JavaScript development. This course is designed for intermediate learners, so while it covers foundational concepts, it also delves into the advanced nuances of JavaScript. This course is perfect for developers with a basic understanding of JavaScript who want to level up their skills and improve their coding practices. A general understanding of programming concepts is required, as the course is geared toward intermediate learners who want to improve their proficiency.

Syllabus

String

In this module, we will explore various string manipulation techniques in JavaScript. You'll learn how to use string methods for processing text and improve code readability by breaking long strings. We will also cover how to manage special characters in strings using escape sequences.

RegExp

In this module, we will dive into the powerful world of regular expressions in JavaScript. You'll learn how to match patterns within strings and extract data using match() and exec(). Additionally, we will practice applying RegExp to real-world scenarios like validating user passwords.

Date

In this module, we will focus on working with JavaScript's Date object to handle and manipulate date and time values. You’ll also build a real-time clock as a practical application to gain hands-on experience with time-based JavaScript functionality.

In this module, we will explore the concept of cookies and their role in storing user data. You'll learn how to create, delete, and retrieve cookies in a browser, along with techniques for managing special characters to ensure data integrity.

Dialog Window

In this module, we will explore JavaScript's dialog window methods, including confirm() and prompt(). These methods will help you interact with users and gather input or make decisions based on their responses, enhancing overall user experience.

Math

In this module, we will explore the various Math methods available in JavaScript for calculations and random number generation. You'll also get hands-on experience by building a random quote generator that demonstrates practical uses of these functions.

Location

In this module, we will cover how to access and modify the browser's URL. You’ll learn how to dynamically change the location, enabling you to create interactive web applications that respond to the user's browsing experience.

Images

In this module, we will focus on lazy loading for images, a technique that helps improve page load speed by deferring image loading until they are needed. This will enhance both performance and user experience, especially for image-heavy websites.

Exercises

In this module, we will build interactive projects like an image slideshow, animated transitions, and an image gallery with thumbnails. These exercises will help reinforce your understanding of JavaScript functionality and enhance your front-end development skills.

Closures

In this module, we will explore closures in JavaScript, a key concept that enables data encapsulation and function scoping. You'll see practical examples and learn how closures can be applied in real-world programming scenarios.

Advanced - Optional Topics

In this module, we will delve into bitwise operators and explore their practical applications in JavaScript. This advanced topic will help you understand low-level programming techniques for optimizing performance and solving complex problems.

EXTRA CONTENT 1: Debugging

In this module, we will introduce powerful debugging techniques using Firebug and console commands like console.log() and debugger. Additionally, we’ll explore online tools that streamline testing and sharing of JavaScript code for better collaboration and troubleshooting.

EXTRA CONTENT 2: Best Practices

In this module, we will cover essential best practices for JavaScript performance optimization. You’ll learn strategies like script file management, code compression, and avoiding common pitfalls that will make your code more efficient and maintainable.

NEW JS Features - NEWEST STUFF

In this module, we will explore the latest JavaScript features, including the nullish coalescing operator, arrow functions for array manipulation, and the modularization of code using export and export default. These updates will help you write cleaner, more efficient JavaScript.