JS: The Right Way How to Learn JavaScript Properly Learn JavaScript Properly (For Beginners and Experienced Programmers) This study guide, which I also refer to as a course outline and a road map, gives you a structured and instructive outline for learning JavaScript properly. In fact, you will find two study guides below, one for absolute beginners and the other for experienced programmers and web developers. You do want to learn JavaScript. I presume you are here for that reason, and you have made a wise decision. For if you want to develop modern websites and web applications (including an internet startup), or if you want a high-paying developer job ($75K to $250K+), JavaScript is undoubtedly the best web-development language to learn today, unless you want to develop native iOS or Android apps exclusively. Table of Contents Study Groups People have started study groups for this study guide. What You will Learn How Will Your Life Change After You Learn JavaScript Properly? Be Empowered Resources for the Two Study Guides Don’t use Safari.
Google Wants to Pay for Women to Learn How to Code Since tech companies like Google started releasing their diversity numbers it’s become quickly apparent that those numbers skew heavily towards white male employees. It’s a problem, but one Google acknowledges and wants to fix. They’ve announced a plan to pay for women and minorities to learn to code. The new plan was announced by Google X Vice President Megan Smith as part of Google I/O. Google is joining with Code School for this endeavor and will be offering thousands of free accounts to qualified and interested people. It’s good to see Google working to even things out. (via CNET, image via JD Lasica) Previously in
The Best Way to Learn JavaScript Learning something new is scary. For me, the biggest issue with picking up a new skill is that I don’t know what I don’t know. Given that, it’s often useful to find a plan for learning whatever you’re interested in. That’s what this post is: your blueprint, your roadmap, your plan of action for learning JavaScript! JavaScript is the language of the browser. Before you actually begin learning JavaScript, take a minute to understand what it is and does. JavaScript is not jQuery, Flash, or Java. JavaScript is the language of the browser (not exclusively these days, though). One more note: you’ve heard about jQuery, which is probably the most widely-used JavaScript library. You might even have heard someone say that you should start with jQuery (or another library) and learn JavaScript after. Codecademy is a relatively new website that bills itself as “the easiest way to learn how to code.” The folks at appendTo have a fantastic set of screencasts geared specifically for beginners.
Learn Java: Part One Learn Java: Part One So you want to learn the basics of the fantastic language Java, but you don't want to search the Inter-webs looking for a great tutorial. Well you came to the right place, now may I present to you JAVA. Before We Begin You must have the latest version of Java Development Kit, or JDK. IDE (Integrated Development Environment) An IDE is near necessary for you to code in any language effectively. Okay, now that you have JDK and Eclipse or an IDE of your choosing, lets get started. Step 1 Start Okay, open up Eclipse and if this is your first time you should get something like this, don't worry just hit "OK". Now we are going to go to File>New>Java Project, then for project name lets call it "HelloWorld". Then right click HelloWorld in the package explorer like so and then scroll over new then click class then call the class HelloWorld Then in the middle box we are going to type the following after the first line that is generated ( public class HelloWorld{ ) See Also
Copyright for Educators & Librarians Will I get a Statement of Accomplishment after completing this class? Yes. Students who successfully complete the class will receive a Statement of Accomplishment signed by the instructor. What resources will I need for this class? For this course, all you need is an Internet connection and the time to read, write, discuss, and think about our topic. Is this course only for Americans? Throughout the class we will be discussing the copyright law of the United States, and applying that law to the examples we discuss. What is the coolest thing I'll learn if I take this class? Our goal is to help you become a copyright maven, and the coolest thing you will get from this class, we hope, is confidence to do your jobs without undue fear about copyright. For example, is it copyright infringement to decorate a library floor with the complete text from published books? Can I get professional credit for this class? You can get a Statement of Accomplishment that will be signed by the instructors.
How to Learn JavaScript Properly - Ray Sinlao Learn JavaScript Properly (For NON-JavaScript Programmers and First-time Programmers) Duration: 6 to 8 weeks. Prerequisite: Completed at least middle school (no programming experience necessary). Continue course below. Learn Intermediate and Advanced JavaScript (This links to a separate article) This course outline gives you a structured and instructive roadmap on how to learn JavaScript properly and thoroughly, from absolute beginner to attainment. You do want to learn JavaScript; it is why you are here, and you have made a wise decision, for if you want to develop modern websites and web applications (including an internet startup), you need to know JavaScript. It is worth noting that unlike just a couple of years ago when you needed to know a true server-side language (such as PHP, Rails, Java, Python, or Perl) to develop scalable, dynamic, database-driven web applications, today you can do as much and more with JavaScript alone. How NOT To Learn JavaScript Resources For This Course
Animal Behaviour and Welfare About the Course Animals occupy a huge part of the planet and our lives, and although we rely on them for all aspects of our own wellbeing - food, draught power, medical advances, clothing, sport as well as pleasure, protection and comfort - often their quality of life is questionable. Appreciating how animal's experience the world they live in and the different behavioural needs of the various species we interact with, enables us to gain a better understanding of their welfare requirements, so that long term improvements to animal lives can be made. There are now more than 60 billion land animals raised for meat each year around the world, and with increasing human populations and a rise in meat consumption in many parts of the world, these figures are set to double by 2050. This course is delivered collaboratively by academics from the University of Edinburgh and Scotland's Rural College (SRUC). Verified Certificates: Link Coursework to Your Identity Course Syllabus Recommended Background
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