Real-World JavaScript: Pro-Level Techniques for Entry-Level - Udemy

JavaScript is the most widely used web-based programming language and powers dynamic behavior on websites. Whether you're interested in writing frontend client-side code, backend code for servers, or even game development, you'll be able to accomplish all of this and more with JavaScript. Web technologies are growing rapidly, and by building a solid foundation in JavaScript, you are beginning your journey and riding the wave of innovation.

With this course, you will not only begin learning the basics of JavaScript, but also enable a high level of interactivity that lets you accept payments, validate inputs, and create a winning User Experience. Along the way, you will learn how to dynamically load content on a page using AJAX and add interactive elements to your site with Bootstrap and jQuery, which will greatly help in reducing page load times and your development time. Integrate your website with both open-source and paid jQuery plugins that will allow you to rapidly enhance your site's interactivity and responsiveness.

Taught by industry veteran Nick Ruffilo, this course quickly leaves you feeling comfortable in dealing with JavaScript libraries and putting together the pieces of a puzzle to build a masterpiece. Towards the end of this course, you'll be able to tackle this extraordinary language one step at a time and possibly launch a new career as a JavaScript Web Developer.

About the Author

Nick Ruffilo has been a software and web developer for 20+ years. He has used JavaScript to develop web sites, web services, video games, native apps, and interactive ebooks. Nick has taught people of all ages, and focuses on providing the most impactful learning while teaching the skills necessary to continue your education. Nick Ruffilo is an entrepreneur, technology manager, software developer, and teacher. He understands the balance between a need to understand what's going on and the need to actually get things done.