Javascript is arguably the most widely used programming language on the planet, and there is a huge amount of content available for learning JavaScript. The issue is that not all the content on the internet does a good job of explaining complex or confusing concepts of JavaScript.
Identifying the need for a resource that covers the core JavaScript topics thoroughly and builds a strong foundation of JavaScript knowledge, I began a journey last year to write a book on JavaScript.
After a year, going through different stages of writing and reviewing, the book is finally out and is available to the JavaScript enthusiasts.
Unlike other JavaScript books, this one doesn't cover the basics like declaring variables or explaining loops. It's designed for those already familiar with JavaScript who want to deepen their understanding.
The book focuses on challenging JavaScript concepts that beginners often find difficult, such as closures, coercion, and the asynchronous nature of JavaScript. These topics can be confusing, so the book offers clear and detailed explanations to help readers grasp them easily.
Even individuals who have been working with JavaScript for a few years may not fully grasp some of the concepts covered in this book or may have gaps in their understanding. The goal of this book is to bridge those gaps.
By the end of this book, readers will gain a thorough understanding of the concepts covered. They will enhance their JavaScript skills by mastering topics that often challenge beginners. With this knowledge, readers can debug JavaScript code more effectively, steer clear of common mistakes, and navigate tricky concepts such as this keyword and coercion. Additionally, they will be equipped to utilize advanced JavaScript features like promises and async-await.
Who is this book for?
As mentioned before, this book isn't suitable for you if you lack a basic understanding of JavaScript. If you're unfamiliar with declaring variables, functions, working with loops, or using if-else statements, then this book isn't the right fit for you.
However, if you have a basic understanding of JavaScript, then this book is for you. Specifically, this book is for those who:
struggle to grasp core JavaScript concepts deeply
comprehend fundamental to advanced JavaScript ideas but aim to bridge gaps in their knowledge of various crucial JavaScript topics essential for becoming a proficient JavaScript developer (such as closures, coercion, event loop, asynchronous JavaScript, promises, etc.)
wish to dive into core JavaScript's topics thoroughly and enhance their JavaScript skills
improve their JavaScript debugging skills
are preparing for job interviews, as this book will offer a more deeper insight into the JavaScript language than most resources available online
aim to strengthen their grasp of JavaScript's fundamental concepts
seek to avoid frustration arising due to a lack of understanding of confusing JavaScript topics
Why a book on JavaScript?
I have worked with multiple programming languages in my career as a software engineer so far, but I haven't enjoyed working with any programming language as much as I have with JavaScript.
I have been working with the JavaScript language for over 5 years now, and it is the language that I have dedicated most of my time to learning and understanding deeply. To accomplish this, I have watched about 10 video courses on JavaScript and read 2 JavaScript books. Moreover, I have read numerous online articles on JavaScript and explored many questions and answers about JavaScript on Stack Overflow.
A deeper understanding of the JavaScript language has allowed me to answer hundreds of JavaScript-related questions on Stack Overflow, leading to earning a gold badge in JavaScript.
Having spent a lot of time learning and working with JavaScript, and observing many people struggle with questions about JavaScript on Stack Overflow, mainly due to not having a strong grasp of fundamental JavaScript concepts, it was an easy choice to begin creating a resource to help fill these knowledge gaps. This opportunity also allowed me to review essential JavaScript topics and pass on everything I've learned over the years to others.
What topics are covered?
The full table of contents can be found on the book page. The section on asynchronous JavaScript alone justifies the book's price. The thorough coverage of topics like asynchronous JavaScript and coercion isn't found in majority of the online resources; I haven't seen such depth covered in any single resource. All the information in the book has been gathered from various JavaScript resources. Essentially, this book combines all the complex and detailed JavaScript knowledge into one comprehensive resource.
Closing thoughts
If there is one language that I believe almost every software developer needs to learn, it is JavaScript. Having a deeper understanding of JavaScript can potentially open countless opportunities for you. I hope that this book can serve as a resource to build a strong foundation in JavaScript for its readers and fill any gaps in their understanding of JavaScript.
After reading the book, you should be able to work with the topics covered in the book, such as asynchronous JavaScript (promises, async-await, etc.) or prototypes, without feeling overwhelmed or intimidated by these topics.
If you do decide to get this book and give me a chance to teach you what has taken me years to learn and understand, I will be grateful and open to any feedback or query that you might have about the book. You can reach me anytime on discord (username: yousafkhan) or simply leave a comment under this article. So far, those who have gotten this book have given me a positive and encouraging feedback and I am happy with how the book turned out.
I want to get the book. Happy learning!