You can tell from the title of this article that I am learning Javascript again from scratch and will build my way up to React and Node.Js.
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Love how you turned feedback into motivation to relearn the basics, and the shopping cart example makes it instantly practical. Do you have specific topics lined up for the next article in your series?
Yeah. I'm actually following the video as a guideline. Depending on how far I'm able to go in the video, I'd write about my progress.
Thank you xxx
Hey there Dumebi and other readers. I really LOVE this practical guide on basic JavaScript. And also your other articles and how you really like to hold the beginners hands. You would make a very patient teacher. Check out my dev article below on how I approach plain JS without Node or external libraries, just using a browser and Notepad. I really furthered my career in Data Science by keeping it simple. Am retired after a 20 year run and now do volunteer work teaching students. This short article is part of an ebook I am writing on the topic of helping those feeling left behind.
dev.to/rickdelpo1/plain-javascript...
Hi Rick, thank you so much for the compliment.
I have actually read your article before now. 😅
I think it's really super and touches heavily on some important things.
Great work you're doing!
Don't underestimate the importance of JavaScript. My approach is both a learning and a teaching methodology where we include data in our toolbox of skills. I make the barriers to entry less burdensome for the frustrated beginner who is ready to give up. By including data in the mix it actually landed me a job at age 51 when I thought all was lost and now 20 years later I have a story to tell about it. Learning JavaScript WILL significantly broaden your skillset.
Yes, indeed. I agree. BTW, I think that you should absolutely share your story.
Yes, the basics. So often overlooked.
In general, I often struggle with the exact definition of words used. For example, a function in a class is called a method. As many of us, we learned by doing. Trying, failing, understand why, and trying again.
We didn't learn coding at school, college or university. It leads to confusion in some cases when reading a 'howto" or documentation. I missed the basics of the basics. Which make me uncertain in writing articles myself of things I learned along the way.
It would be helpful to have some kind of dictionary for coders. Pretty sure it exists somewhere but I couldn't find one.
Hmmm. A dictionary for coders? 🤔 Sounds like a brilliant idea, honestly. It'd help!
Good idea. Keep it simple, in this sense, languages have their own specific definitions but some definitions overlap them all. For example primitives. Sounds trivial. The article above is proof that refreshing the basics is not a bad idea at all. It could become your most visited and shared article as of yet. Who knows.
The idea comes from newly created (private) schools/classes teaching adults the basics of math and language. To the surprise of many, these courses are generally well attended. There is a need to go back to basics in our societies. So it seems. Why not?
You're right. Thanks so much for the idea. I'd actually work on it.
After your Javascript journey, see JurisJS , you will love it :-)
Yess. Totally.
Nice guide, Dume! 👏 Your beginner-friendly walkthrough—covering everything from variables and functions to DOM manipulation—makes jumping back into JavaScript so smooth. Love the clear examples and practical tips. Perfect for anyone restarting their JS journey!
Thank you so much!
It's good to review from the ground.
Thank you!
@dumebii do you think learning js again was a good idea? If yes how ??
I think so, yeah. Because the Web is still built on javascript. I don't think javascript developers will be out of demand soon.
I'm a mid level dev and I looove JS, but I wonder, if this is a good time to start learning code! With these AI models poppin up everywhere! I heard AI dev is the way to go now.
If you don't have dev knowledge, vibe coding would be like crossing an ocean on a log. You need knowledge and understanding especially when it comes to debugging AI code.