In just 24 lessons of one hour or less, Sams Teach Yourself JavaScript in 24 Hours helps you learn the fundamentals of programming using the JavaScript language.

Designed for beginners with no previous programming experience, this book’s straightforward, step-by-step approach shows you how to use JavaScript to add a wide array of interactive features and effects to your web pages.

Every lesson builds on what you’ve already learned, giving you a rock-solid foundation for real-world success.

Step-by-step instructions carefully walk you through the most common JavaScript programming tasks.

Practical, hands-on examples show you how to apply what you learn.

Quizzes and exercises help you test your knowledge and stretch your skills.

Notes and tips point out shortcuts and solutions.

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Learn how to…

·         Use JavaScript to build dynamic, interactive web pages

·         Debug scripts

·         Create scripts that work in all browsers

·         Write clear, reliable, and reusable code

·         Use object-oriented programming techniques

·         Script with the DOM

·         Access JSON data

·         Work with HTML5 and CSS3

·         Leverage the popular jQuery library

·         Control CSS with simple JavaScripts

·         Read and write cookies

·         Use some of the new ECMAScript features today

·         Get started with frameworks such as AngularJS

·         Build browser add-ons and extensions

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