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JavaScript for Python Programmers
Learn JavaScript by leveraging Python knowledge! Learn syntax, OOP, control flow, and libraries. Build skills with a hands-on Rock Paper Scissors project for a smooth transition to JavaScript.
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LEARNING OBJECTIVES
- A strong understanding of JavaScript program structure and syntax compared to Python
- Hands-on experience using JavaScript’s built-in data types, operators, and control flow statements
- Familiarity with object-oriented programming (OOP) principles in JavaScript
- Hands-on experience implementing a classic game using JavaScript
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From Python to JavaScript
From Python to JavaScript
Look at fundamental differences between Python and JavaScript structures, data types, functions, control flow, and libraries.
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Project: Rock Paper Scissors Game
Project: Rock Paper Scissors Game
10 Lessons
10 Lessons
Work your way through building a CLI Rock Paper Scissors game with JavaScript.
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ABOUT THIS COURSE
This course will guide you through JavaScript programming essentials by leveraging your existing Python knowledge. It highlights the similarities and differences between JavaScript and Python and covers program structure, built-in data types, variables, operators, arithmetic expressions, user-defined functions, and libraries.
You’ll dive into OOP concepts on classes and objects, control flow statements, and collections (arrays, lists, maps) alongside loops. You’ll also explore commonly used libraries in JavaScript. In the culminating project, you’ll apply your skills by developing a classic Rock Paper Scissors game where one player is the computer.
After completing the course, you’ll have a comprehensive understanding of JavaScript, enabling you to transition smoothly from Python while building robust, real-world applications.
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