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Should I Learn JavaScript in 2024?

Anjal Binayak Adhikari
JavaScript in Plain English
3 min readJan 21, 2024

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Should I learn JavaScript in 2024? | By Anjal Binayak

Is it worth learning JavaScript in 2024?

In a minute, I answer your question, but at first, let me tell you;

What is JavaScript?

JavaScript is a language to make websites interactive.

It is troublesome to create a website with a good user experience without JavaScript.

Thanks to JavaScript, The websites are more visually appealing because of all these dynamic content, sliders & animations.

With JavaScript grace, now the page does not reload when you like a post on Facebook.
In the old Facebook, the page would refresh when you liked posts or read new messages.

JavaScript made the browsing experience seamless eliminating the need for page reload.

The elimination of page reloads changed social media, facilitating real-time interaction. The page doesn’t reload when you like, share, or comment. Everything is handled by JavaScript in the background.

So, Is it worth it to start learning JavaScript in 2024?

With Increasing Job Demands for Good JavaScript Developers and extremely huge pay in the Software Development Industry.

The answer is Yes!

Advantages of Learning JavaScript

JavaScript is easy to learn. With the vast community of JavaScript developers and a plethora of resources online, to start learning JavaScript, all you need is Determination.

Low Barrier Entry

JavaScript has low barrier entry, compared to other languages. It is more forgiving of syntax than other languages.

No setup is required to start coding. Browser and text editor and you are good to go.

Encouraging Community

Also, the developer community is extremely supportive If you get stuck, experienced developers are always ready to help you.

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