On Wed, 10 Nov 2004 09:53:42 +1300, WindAndWaves <ac****@ngaru.com> wrote:
I would really like to learn the basics of Javascript. I understand how
it works, but a couple of years down the track, I am still not sure
about its basic syntax. Does anyone know a place where I can find out
more about this (preferable a website)?
If you know any C-like languages, then there isn't much to learn with
regards to syntax. In fact, there isn't much syntax to learn full-stop.
Most of your learning will be directed towards the unique features of the
language and how to script properly for the Web.
Personally, I don't trust Web tutorials. Even those that have been
"recommended" generally aren't well written. I only trust references, so
only the standard links from me.
For now, you can only see Netscape's JavaScript reference via the Wayback
Machine as DevEdge is dead.
<URL:http://web.archive.org/web/20040211210156/devedge.netscape.com/library/manuals/2000/javascript/1.5/reference/>
Replace the last path component, "reference", with "guide" to read, well,
you know...
Of course, the best reference for accuracy is the ECMA-262 Standard, but
that's probably too technical for brushing up on syntax, especially as
you'll have to read the formal grammar.
If you have specific questions, just ask them. I'd certainly be happy to
help.
Mike
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