JavaScript Programming Pushing the Limits

JavaScript has become much more than simple client-side scripting. Today, entire applications are built on the front end, requiring not only new technologies but also new approaches. Much of the HTML5 revolution has been a JavaScript revolution, since JavaScript powers the majority of the new features introduced in this new wave of applications. Raasch delivers a compelling tutorial building a real world app from the ground up. He touches on all aspects of JavaScript development, from front end app creation for desktop and mobile devices, all the way through server-side JavaScript with Node.js and MongoDB. Learn how to build an app that is loosely coupled, with each component built to exist separately - an approach that avoids the bugs associated with “spaghetti code” , but also allows you to create components that can be easily swapped out at a later date, which makes the app more scalable and longer lasting. JavaScript Programming: Pushing the Limits delves into advanced topics not generally found in other more intermediate JS development books, including: • Backbone.js - how to build a backbone app (JavaScript MVC) • The importance of JavaScript Templates • Node.js and MongoDB • Describing front end, back end and mobile techniques, combined through REST APIs • 3D Canvas using WebGL / Three.js • 2D canvas / SVG modeling using Rafael.js • Highlights agile development techniques focused on loose coupling • Mobile techniques and how to convert a desktop app into a dedicated mobile app with PhoneGap

Take your JavaScript knowledge as far as it can go JavaScript has grown up, and it's a hot topic. Newer and faster JavaScript VMs and frameworks built upon them have increased the popularity of JavaScript for server-side web applications, and rich JS applications are being developed for mobile devices. This book delivers a compelling tutorial, showing you how to build a real-world app from the ground up. Experienced developers who want to master the latest techniques and redefine their skills will find this deep dive into JavaScript's hidden functionalities gives them the tools to create truly amazing and complex applications. JavaScript has evolved into much more than simple client-side scripting; this book delves into advanced topics not generally found in other more intermediate JS development books Expert author delivers an in-depth tutorial showing how to build a real-world app that is loosely coupled, with each component built to exist separately Explores how to build a backbone app, the importance of JavaScript templates, Node.js and MongoDB, 3D Canvas using WebGL / Three.js, how to convert a desktop app into a dedicated mobile app, and much more Ideal for experienced developers with a deep knowledge of JavaScript as well as online developers with strong graphic design skills who are experienced in HTML/CSS and want to develop their front-end skills JavaScript Programming: Pushing the Limits will arm you with the skills to create killer apps for the 21st Century.