JavaScript functions are essential for building dynamic web applications. Here's a breakdown of key concepts and practices:
🧩 Built-in Functions
JavaScript provides numerous built-in functions, such as:
Math.pow(base, exponent)
for exponentiationArray.map(callback)
to transform arraysString.split(separator)
for string manipulation
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✍️ Custom Functions
Create your own functions using the function
keyword:
function greet(name) {
return `Hello, ${name}!`;
}
Or use arrow functions for concise syntax:
const greet = (name) => `Hello, ${name}!`;
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🚀 ES6+ Features
Modern JavaScript (ES6+) introduces:
- Arrow Functions: Simplified syntax
() => {}
- Modules: Use
export
andimport
for code organization - Promises: Handle asynchronous operations
arrow function
📚 Further Reading
For deeper exploration, check our JavaScript Basics tutorial or ES6+ Features Guide.
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