JavaScript Fundamentals
A Clear and Practical Introduction to Modern JavaScript
What's Included:
Key Highlights
- Beginner-first, concept-driven explanations
- Modern ES6+ JavaScript covered clearly
- DOM manipulation and browser interaction
- Debugging and clean coding practices
- Real-world examples and exercises
- Strong foundation for frontend frameworks
Overview
Learn modern JavaScript from the ground up. Master variables, functions, DOM manipulation, ES6+ features, and real-world coding practices with clear explanations and examples.
The Problem
Many beginners find JavaScript confusing due to unclear explanations, missing fundamentals, and resources that jump too quickly into advanced topics.
The Solution
This book provides a structured, beginner-friendly approach that explains JavaScript clearly, step by step, with practical examples and real-world context.
About This Book
Learn JavaScript the Right Way
JavaScript Fundamentals is a clear, structured, and beginner-friendly guide to mastering modern JavaScript from first principles.
This book is designed for learners who want to understand JavaScript deeply—not just memorize syntax. You’ll learn how JavaScript works, why it behaves the way it does, and how to use it confidently in real-world projects.
What You Will Learn
- JavaScript syntax, variables, and data types
- Control flow, functions, scope, and closures
- Arrays, objects, and error handling
- DOM manipulation and event handling
- Modern ES6+ features and modules
- Debugging and writing maintainable code
From Basics to Real Projects
The book moves beyond theory and shows how JavaScript is used in real applications. You’ll work with the DOM, handle user interactions, structure your code properly, and apply best practices used by professional developers.
This is the ideal starting point for anyone planning to move into frontend frameworks, backend JavaScript, or full-stack development.
Nico Brandt
Who Is This Book For?
- Absolute beginners learning JavaScript
- Self-taught developers filling knowledge gaps
- Students preparing for web development
- Backend developers learning frontend basics
- Anyone starting a JavaScript learning path
Who Is This Book NOT For?
- Advanced JavaScript developers
- Readers looking for framework-specific content
- Those seeking only quick syntax references
Table of Contents
- What JavaScript Is and Where It Runs
- Setting Up a JavaScript Environment
- Variables and Data Types
- Operators and Expressions
- Control Flow
- Functions in JavaScript
- Scope and Closures
- Arrays
- Objects
- Working with Strings and Numbers
- Error Handling
- Introduction to the DOM
- Events and User Interaction
- ES6+ Features You Must Know
- Modules and Code Organization
- Debugging JavaScript
- Writing Clean and Maintainable Code
- JavaScript in Real Projects
- Learning Path After JavaScript Fundamentals
Requirements
- Basic computer skills
- No prior programming experience required
- A modern web browser or Node.js environment
