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If youre already an experienced programmer or can currently code in JavaScript, this book isnt for you.
Consider this an Intro to JavaScript 101 class.
Im self-taught in these languages but also took a few formal university courses in web development and computer science.
Finally, the book is for people who want a more enjoyable way to learn the language.
The remaining seven chapters explain more advanced topics like using JQuery and Ajax, and how to handle errors.
And finding and squashing bugs is probably the most frustrating part of coding.)
Diagrams and infographics, as well as reference pages, are also scattered throughout the book.
As an instruction book, all of the information is useful.
No matter what the programming language, there are usually several ways to accomplish the same task.
It attempts to explain, concisely and visually, many programming concepts people often struggle with.
Also, each chapter builds upon previous code examples to explain more complex methods and ideas.
Its certainly not the most comprehensive book on the subject.
Theres a lot of white space on these carefully designed pages.
My biggest wish forJavaScript & JQueryis that it included exercises or mini-exercises readers could do.
Still, the book is a great introduction to JavaScript and JQuery and programming in general.
You cangrab the book on Amazonfor $23 in paperback or $33 in hardcover.
