Course Description:
This course serves as an introduction to JavaScript, the dynamic programming language that powers interactive and dynamic content on the web. Participants will learn the foundational concepts, syntax, and best practices for using JavaScript to enhance web pages and create interactive user experiences. Through a combination of theoretical explanations, hands-on coding exercises, and practical examples, students will develop the skills necessary to add functionality to websites, manipulate HTML and CSS, and understand the core principles of programming using JavaScript.
Course Objectives:
By the end of this course, students should be ble to:
- Understand the role of JavaScript in web development.
- Learn JavaScript syntax, variables, data types, and operators.
- Master control structures and functions in JavaScript.
- Gain proficiency in DOM manipulation and event handling.
- Explore asynchronous JavaScript and promises.
- Develop practical skills through coding projects and exercises.
- Learn best practices for organizing and optimizing JavaScript code.
- Understand the importance of JavaScript frameworks and libraries.
- Prepare a portfolio of JavaScript projects to showcase acquired skills.
Course Structure:
Module 1: Introduction to JavaScript
Module 2: Variables, Data Types, and Operators
Module 3: Control Flow: Conditionals and Loops
Module 4: Functions and Scope
Module 5: Arrays and Objects
Module 6: DOM Manipulation and Event Handling
Module 7: Asynchronous JavaScript and AJAX
Module 8: Building a JavaScript Project
By the end of this course, students will have gained a solid foundation in JavaScript programming, enabling them to create interactive and dynamic web applications.
Trainer: Yankho Kamtukulo
