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Javascript Grammar
Explore modern JavaScript in this volume containing hundreds of source code examples. Visual diagrams designed to accurately describe difficult concepts such as Prototype, Event Loop and Object Oriented Programming. JavaScript Grammar covers all important features of modern JavaScript (ES6-ES10) from simple to advanced. Each feature is explained with simple examples, so the book is easy to follow. As you progress through the book you will be faced with increasingly advanced examples with several programming techniques clearly explained and with clean code.
246 pages, ebook
First published March 23, 2019
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January 15, 2021
Let me preface my review by saying that the author is obviously a very intelligent person and they know a lot about JavaScript. It’s a complex language and authoring a book about it is a daunting task.
That being said, this book is an absolute mess. In several places it’s just completely incorrect, such as the description of the modulo operator, where the author states it returns the number of times one number fits into another. This is wrong. The modulo operator returns the remainder AFTER the number is fit into the other the maximum amount of times. What the author is describing is essentially Math.floor(10 / 4) === 2.
On top of the places where the author was wrong, there are several places where examples and figures are mentioned and are completely missing, and grammatical errors all over the place. I can give the spelling and grammatical errors a pass, as English may not be the author’s first language (a telling sign is the many places the definite article “the” is missing, which is absent in at least some Eastern European/Eurasian languages.
I purchased this book looking for something to recommend to programmers new tonJavaScript as I’d like something less daunting than Eloquent JavaScript to recommend in those cases. Unfortunately, this book is not it.
With an editor and some better organization, this could be a great book. The figures, flowcharts, and other imagery used throughout the book was well done for the most part and show a lot of promise. Hopefully there’s a Second Edition eventually that corrects the many problems of this version.
That being said, this book is an absolute mess. In several places it’s just completely incorrect, such as the description of the modulo operator, where the author states it returns the number of times one number fits into another. This is wrong. The modulo operator returns the remainder AFTER the number is fit into the other the maximum amount of times. What the author is describing is essentially Math.floor(10 / 4) === 2.
On top of the places where the author was wrong, there are several places where examples and figures are mentioned and are completely missing, and grammatical errors all over the place. I can give the spelling and grammatical errors a pass, as English may not be the author’s first language (a telling sign is the many places the definite article “the” is missing, which is absent in at least some Eastern European/Eurasian languages.
I purchased this book looking for something to recommend to programmers new tonJavaScript as I’d like something less daunting than Eloquent JavaScript to recommend in those cases. Unfortunately, this book is not it.
With an editor and some better organization, this could be a great book. The figures, flowcharts, and other imagery used throughout the book was well done for the most part and show a lot of promise. Hopefully there’s a Second Edition eventually that corrects the many problems of this version.
April 14, 2019
This book is an awesome reference for any JavaScript library. I am learning a lot because of how concepts and items are broken down. My favorite section is the prototype section because, for newer developers, this concept can be difficult to understand and visualize, and not every instructor can properly illustrate. Additionally, I like that the writer uses actual, real-world examples that can be used by the learner in order to reinforce what is being taught (i.e. throw the code in your editor and/or bowser to see how it works).
Obviously, no book can provide everything needed within the every-changing javascript programming world, but this is definitely a reference that should be included in any javascript/programming library.
Have the eBook, but will be ordering the hardcopy soon.
Obviously, no book can provide everything needed within the every-changing javascript programming world, but this is definitely a reference that should be included in any javascript/programming library.
Have the eBook, but will be ordering the hardcopy soon.
April 11, 2019
This book gives me a better understanding on several important concepts in JavaScript and the principle behind them.
It is not a book teaching about JavaScript syntax. Suitable for JavaScript newbies who have some basic knowledge and have written a few codes. Some codes are missing so you may need to 'imagine' what they are doing.
It is not a book teaching about JavaScript syntax. Suitable for JavaScript newbies who have some basic knowledge and have written a few codes. Some codes are missing so you may need to 'imagine' what they are doing.
April 15, 2019
One of the best books, if not the best, I've had in my hands. JavaScrip Teacher has made available in your book the best way to understand, know and apply the different components of this programming language. It is a fun "walk" that stimulates learning. I highly recommend your acquisition and it will surely be your bedside book, as it is now for me.
April 14, 2019
Well! I have read a lot of development Tutos, books, blogs posts, I would say this has been one of my favorites JS resources. The author has done very well by using a special kind of instructions the book is very friendly even for people who did not use books as a reference.
April 23, 2019
A great book for Javascript programming Newbies and for experts, Greg has done a marvellous job by explaining the codes and algorithms by using his unique way of using examples and diagrams. Simply a great book.
April 8, 2019
Basics are well explained. Good reference book.
April 14, 2019
Great resource! is currently reading it
April 14, 2019
The book has been a great resource learning JavaScript. It came right when I needed it
April 14, 2019
Good book, Greg gave an easy way with visual exercises to understand Javascript.
April 15, 2019
very good book.
April 15, 2019
Excellent book and very well explained the basic concepts and advanced, It was quite useful for me to complete my projects in free code camp
April 15, 2019
JavaScript truly made simple. It's obvious lots of efforts have been put into it. Greg has a good way in teaching this. Thanks for creating it.
April 15, 2019
It is a very good book that explains very basic concepts and JavaScript. It goes straight to the point.
April 16, 2019
JavaScript Grammar really made complicated topics in JavaScript simpler to understand . Thank you so
much Greg!
much Greg!
April 18, 2019
A great resource even for mid and seasoned JS devs.
Touches many parts we give by granted and explores in detail how JavaScript works basic and advanced concepts in a clear and compact way.
Touches many parts we give by granted and explores in detail how JavaScript works basic and advanced concepts in a clear and compact way.
April 18, 2019
One of the best book of javascript. Every Programmer must go through it.
May 1, 2020
i love this book
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April 14, 2019Very good book on JavaScript which teaches all the important concepts required for understanding even deeper details about the language. I have read a couple of JavaScript books and this particular one stands out as a good resource based on the writing style and delivery of the author. The diagrams and illustrations also help alot to drive his points home. Thank you for also giving me this book for free via Twitter. I really appreciate this and k look forward to paying it forward.
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April 14, 2019This book touches most of the basic and important parts of Javascript. I love it.
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April 15, 2019Very good book
April 23, 2019
It's a great book for reference. Instead of wasting time looking for just a tiny reminder, you can go through the book and you're settled. Thanks for this
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