What is JavaScript?

This tutorial assumes beginner knowledge of HTML, and CSS.

JavaScript is the scripting language of the web. If you have ever wanted to add simple interactivity to web pages beyond links and without complicated server languages you will want to learn JavaScript. It is supported by all modern browsers and is as ubiquitous as HTML and CSS. This tutorial will teach you more about the language and how to use it to create the interactive user experiences that people have come to expect from the modern web

If you already have a solid understanding of the language or are coming here after already attending the workshop feel free to skip ahead to the frequently asked questions and supplementary resources sections.