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Why do the majority of people who try to learn to code fail? The answer is : because they were trying to learn how to code.
Consider learning a new language. Are you more likely to succeed if you decide to learn French just because you've always wanted to learn another language or because you'll be spending three months in France on business? People learn through doing real tasks. That's the kind of thing you should look for in a book. So, here is our pick of the 5 JavaScript project based books that web developer of any skill level, including aspirants, need to skim in 2021.
Author – Mark Myers
Latest Edition – 1st Edition
Publisher – CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
This is, without a doubt, my favorite JavaScript learning book. Why? This book is 100% project based.
According to Mark Myers, the author of the A Smarter Way to Learn JavaScript, there are two major issues faced by those who are interested to learn JavaScript. These are retention and comprehension. As such, the JS book is written with a focus on these two issues. It is the best and most effective book for learning javascript.
The entire 256-page long JavaScript book is separated into brief chapters. Each chapter is followed by 20 free sample exercises that can be found on the author's website. You can repeat them as needed to fully absorb all of the information you've just read. Furthermore, the JavaScript book is written especially for beginners. So, If you want to learn and master JavaScript, buy this book and do every chapter.
Author – Marjin Haverbeke
Latest Edition – 3rd Edition
Publisher – No Starch Press
Eloquent JavaScript: A Modern Introduction to Programming is notable for its extensive use of practice exercises. Unlike other programming and JS books, this book is a piece of pure art.
Because of its simple and accessible language, Eloquent JavaScript makes it easier for the reader to absorb all of the information. Although not essentially a JavaScript book, it does provide an overview of programming using JavaScript.
Author – Jon Duckett
Latest Edition – 1st Edition
Publisher – Wiley
Do you want to learn JavaScript and jQuery side by side in order to get started with web development? The top recommendation is JavaScript and JQuery: Interactive Front-End Web Development.
This book is 1200 page long. Not only the presentation of this book is "pretty," but also it is well organized. It layers effectively and logically progresses to the next concepts. The switch to jQuery is natural and well-executed.
Author – David Flanagan
Latest Edition – 7th Edition
Publisher – O’Reilly
JavaScript: The Definitive Guide is another beginner-friendly JavaScript book. Anyone interested in developing powerful web applications must go through the comprehensive JS book. It explores a number of JS and web platform API features aimed at web app development.
JavaScript: The Definitive Guide is the book to read if you want to learn everything there is to know about closure, graphics, and prototyping. The book's page count is over 706 pages, organized into detailed chapters with plenty of examples.
JavaScript: The Definitive Guide provides a detailed overview of many language features as well as cautions about using older versions of Internet Explorer. The book is an excellent reference guide for anyone looking for information beyond the basics.
Author – Ivelin Demirov
Latest Edition – 1st Edition
Publisher – Nai Inc.
Learn JavaScript VISUALLY is the best book for those who want to quickly grasp the basics of JavaScript. The book's name comes from the fact that it uses a visual method to explain basic JS concepts.
Because Learn JavaScript VISUALLY is aimed at beginners, it does not cover the more advanced and complex topics of the language. In comparison to other beginners JavaScript books, the book is also relatively short. Recommended for true newbies only.