Javascript: Its significance and future aspects
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Published: 2020-03-12 11:24:52

<b>Javascript</b> is the foundation stone of the frameworks we use today like React and Vue. We cannot imagine software development without the contribution of Javascript. Therefore, we are going to discuss Javascript and future aspects.

<b><h2>What is Javascript</b></h2>

Javascript, often abbreviated as JS, is a programming language that conforms to the ECMA specification. It is high-level, often just-in-time compiled, and multi-paradigm. It has curly-bracket syntax, dynamic typing, prototype-based object-orientation, and first-class functions. 

Combined with HTML and JSS, it forms the backbone of the World Wide Web. It is the most preferred language for web development. <a href="https://developer.mozilla.org/en-US/docs/Web/JavaScript">JavaScript</a> enables interactive web pages and is an essential part of web applications. The vast majority of websites use it for client-side page behavior,  and all major web browsers have a dedicated JavaScript engine to execute it.

<b><h2>Advantages of Javascript</b></h2>

1. <b>Speed</b>: Since Javascript is an interpreted language, it reduces the time required by other programming languages like <i>Java</i> for compilation. Along with this, it is a client-side script, meaning it can be run immediately within the client-side browser.

2. <b>Simplicity</b>: Javascript is easy to learn and implement, saving developers a lot of money for developing dynamic content for the web.

3. <b>Popularity</b>: Since all modern browsers support Javascript, it is present almost everywhere. It is used as a tool by many famous companies like Google, PayPal, etc.

4. <b>Interoperability</b>: Javascript works flawlessly with other programming languages and can be used in a variety of applications. 

5. <b>Rich Interfaces</b>: It provides various interfaces to developers for creating catchy and elegant looking webpages. Drag and drop components or sliders may give a rich interface to the webpages.

<b><h2>Disadvantages of Javascript</h2></b>

1. <b>Client-side security</b>: Since the code is executed on the user's computer, it can be used for unlawful purposes. These purposes may include using the source code without authentication. Also, it is very easy to place some code into the site that compromises the security of data over the website. 

2. <b>Browser Support</b>: Javascript is interpreted differently by different browsers. Hence, the code must be run on all the platforms before its publishing.

3. <b>Single Inheritence</b>: Javascript supports only single inheritance and not multiple inheritances.

<b><h2><a href="https://hackernoon.com/what-is-the-future-of-javascript-355b1f13b317">Future of Javascript</a></b></h2>  

Javascript has become an integral part of the development community. We cannot imagine developing frameworks or webpages without Javascript, especially for the front end. With the increase in the popularity of frameworks like Vue and React, Javascript is destined to become famous and have a huge community base.

Therefore, it has become crucial for companies to hire people who have good coding as well as knowledge of Javascript

<b><h2>How to prepare for Javascript interview?</b></h2>

In this competitive world where each person is trying to surpass another, it becomes important to be above your peers. You need to show your worth to companies when you go to them for work. 

To help you with this, we have prepared an array of questions commonly asked in interviews based on Javascript.

Click here to check out <a href="https://codersera.com/blog/23-javascript-interview-questions-and-answers/">beginner level questions</a>.

Click here to check out <a href="https://codersera.com/blog/advanced-javascript-interview-questions/">advanced level questions</a>.

<b><h2>Summary</b></h2>

Javascript is a great language when you talk about the current scenario. The entire developer community is focused around Javascript. You cannot imagine front end development without Javascript. It will help in building your career and help you become a good developer.

I hope this blog helped you in understanding Javascript.