Conquering JavaScript The Practical Handbook

Conquering JavaScript: The Practical Handbook helps the reader master the JavaScript (JS) programming language for faster and morerobust development. JS is a highly popular language and is often termed as the ‘language of the web.’ In addition to the internet, JS is also being used actively in game development, mobile apps, progressive applications, and now even desktop apps. As such, it is safe to say that JS is probably the most cross-platform language currently and is rising in popularity with each passing day. This book covers the basics and moves on to advanced concepts using a hands-on approach with practical lessons and tutorials. JS programming, JS frameworks and various use-case scenarios are discussed in detail. Bridging the gap between beginner and intermediate-level JS literature, this book is a valuable resource to build robust knowledge.

1.        Introduction What is JS? Advantages and Disadvantages Evolution of JS What are frameworks? 2.        Getting Started with JS I Data Types and Operators Functions Objects and Arrays Error Handling Events 3.        Getting Started with JS II Asynchronous Development DOM Manipulation HTTP and Forms Working with APIs 4.        The Clearer Picture The various uses of JS Finding your Niche 5.        Frontend Development React Express Vue.js 6.        Backend Development Node.js MongoDB Server-side JS 7.        JS for Mobile Usage React Native NativeScript 8.        JS for Desktop Apps Electron.js 9.        Appraisal 10.    JS CheatSheet (Appendix I) 11.    Brief Guide to TypeScript (Appendix II) 12.    Handy JS Tools (Appendix III) Gulp Grunt npm 

Sufyan bin Uzayr is a writer, coder and entrepreneur with over a decade of experience in the industry. He has authored several books in the past, pertaining to a diverse range of topics, ranging from History to Computers/IT.   Sufyan is the Director of Parakozm, a multinational IT company specializing in EdTech solutions. He also runs Zeba Academy, an online learning and teaching vertical with a focus on STEM fields.   Sufyan specializes in a wide variety of technologies, such as JavaScript, Dart, WordPress, Drupal, Linux and Python. He holds multiple degrees, including ones in Management, IT, Literature and Political Science.    Sufyan is a digital nomad, dividing his time between four countries. He has lived and taught in numerous universities and educational institutions around the globe. Sufyan takes a keen interest in technology, politics, literature, history and sports, and in his spare time, he enjoys teaching coding and English to young students.   Learn more at sufyanism.com