JavaScript is a dynamic programming language that runs in web browsers and enables interactive web pages. Here's a beginner-friendly guide to get you started:

Basics of JavaScript 💻

  • Variables: Use let or const to declare variables
    let message = "Hello, World!";
    const PI = 3.14159;
    
  • Data Types: Includes numbers, strings, booleans, arrays, objects, and null
    • Example: typeof operator
      console.log(typeof 42); // "number"
      console.log(typeof "JavaScript"); // "string"
      

Core Concepts 🧠

  • Functions: Reusable blocks of code
    function greet(name) {
      return `Welcome, ${name}!`;
    }
    
  • DOM Manipulation: Modify web pages dynamically
    document.getElementById("demo").innerHTML = "Modified content";
    

ES6+ Features 🌟

  • Arrow Functions: Concise syntax
    const square = x => x * x;
    
  • Template Literals: Easier string formatting
    let name = "Alice";
    console.log(`Hello ${name}!`);
    

Common Errors ⚠️

  • Forgetting semicolons
  • Scope issues with var vs let
  • Type coercion pitfalls

For more advanced topics, check out our Advanced JavaScript Tips guide.

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