About the course

JavaScript is the backbone of the modern web. From interactive websites to dynamic single-page applications, it is the most essential language for any aspiring developer. As the go-to tool for front-end development and increasingly for backend with Node.js, mastering JavaScript opens doors across the tech industry. Kickstart JavaScript Fundamentals is a beginner-friendly, hands-on guide crafted for students, educators, and self-learners. It starts with JavaScript basics including syntax, variables, and data types, then gradually advances to topics like functions, arrays, DOM manipulation, event handling, and asynchronous programming. Readers will also explore API integration, basic Node.js concepts, and popular JavaScript libraries and frameworks. Each chapter includes clear explanations, real-world examples, and mini projects to reinforce concepts. By the end of the book, you'll have built interactive web pages, fetched real-time data, and developed practical applications, culminating in a capstone project with deployment guidance. Whether you're preparing for a career in tech or building your first web app, this book gives you the confidence and skills to start coding immediately. Don’t fall behind in the digital era — start your JavaScript journey today.

Curriculum

17 Chapters · 17 Lessons

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    Book Preview

    1. Kickstart JavaScript Fundamentals Free preview
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    Introduction

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      Introduction

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    Chapter 1 : Introduction to JavaScript

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      Introduction to JavaScript

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    Chapter 2 : JavaScript Syntax and Basics

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      JavaScript Syntax and Basics

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    Chapter 3 : Working with Variables and Data Type

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      Working with Variables and Data Type

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    Chapter 4 : Functions and Scope

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      Functions and Scope

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    Chapter 5 : Objects and Arrays

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      Objects and Arrays

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    Chapter 6 : DOM Manipulation

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      DOM Manipulation

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    Chapter 7 : Event Handling

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      Event Handling

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    Chapter 8 : Asynchronous JavaScript

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      Asynchronous JavaScript

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    Chapter 9 : JavaScript in the Browser Versus Node.js

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      JavaScript in the Browser Versus Node.js

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    Chapter 10 : Building a Simple Web Application

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      Building a Simple Web Application

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    Chapter 11 : API Integration and Fetching Data

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      API Integration and Fetching Data

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    Chapter 12 : JavaScript Performance Optimization and Future Trends

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      JavaScript Performance Optimization and Future Trends

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    Chapter 13 : Popular JavaScript Libraries and Frameworks

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      Popular JavaScript Libraries and Frameworks

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    Chapter 14 : Capstone Project

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      Capstone Project

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    INDEX

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      INDEX

About the Author

Dr. Rupali Mahesh Chopade is an accomplished academician, researcher, and educator in the field of Computer Engineering with over two decades of experience in teaching, research, and institutional leadership. She holds a Ph.D. in Computer Engineering from the prestigious College of Engineering Pune (COEP), with her doctoral research focused on data recovery techniques in database forensics. Her academic journey is further enriched by a Bachelor’s in Computer Science & Engineering and a Master’s in Information Technology. Currently she is working as Associate Professor at DES Pune University, Pune.