The Value of JavaScript to Our Websites

Question 1

last lesson

Answer 1

• difference between static and dynamic

- client-side dynamic features we can implement in JavaScript

Question 2

this lesson

Answer 2

• importance of JavaScript to our applications

Question 3

HTML is Static

Answer 3

• alone is static (it’s just text)

- we can use: images, CSS, etc. but it’s still static

Question 4

we want our website to be responsive

Answer 4

• when user takes an action
• we want to respond with action
• we can’t do that with plain text HTML

Question 5

HTML is NOT a Programming Language

Answer 5

• it is a markup language

- HTML uses tags

Question 6

What can a programming language do that HTML can’t?

Answer 6

1. Take steps and actions in a sequence
2. Do things repetitively (A loop)
3. Make decisions based on data
   “A language with theses abilities can solve any kind of problem that can be solved with a computer

Question 7

JavaScript is a programming language

Answer 7

• gives us ability to make interactive pages

- gives us ability to interact with: users and visitors

Question 8

Which of the following criteria is required for something to be considered a programming language?

Answer 8

• Do things repetitively
• Make decisions based on data
• Execute a series of steps in order