JavaScript is the most popular programming language in the world, being used by millions of developers all over the world.. It is a programming language used primarily for creating interactive web content. Although there’s other languages involved, like HTML and CSS, JavaScript is essential for creating dynamic, responsive websites. It is also used for coding desktop and mobile applications as well.
In 1995 Brendan Eich, while he was working at Netscape Communications Corporation, introduced Mocha. Mocha was eventually changed to LiveScript, and finally it was renamed to JavaScript. The language was designed to add interactivity to static HTML pages. Unlike other front end languages HTML and CSS, JavaScript more closely resembles C and C++.
Over the years, JavaScript turned into a powerful language. Like other programming languages, there are a lot frameworks and libraries that help you to write more complex applications. Frameworks can help you cut down on the amount of code you need to write. Today, JavaScript is supported by all major browsers.
JavaScript is primarily used for creating interactive web content, including:
- Dynamic web pages with effects and animations
- Web applications with advanced user interfaces
- Mobile and desktop applications
- Web-based games
- Browser extensions and plugins
Though it’s grown a lot since it’s inception, at it’s core it’s still used mainly for dynamic web pages.
