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What is JavaScript ?

Bogus right? Let's break it down into chunks.

Lightweight - Doesn't need much memory💾 of your computer 💻, and it has relatively simple syntax and features.

Cross-platform- the language can be used on multiple platforms i.e mobile 📱, Desktop🖥️, Watches ⌚ etc.

Object-oriented : Language that's based on object i.e where everything is regarded as an object that can be interacted with.

So, Together with HTML and CSS, JavaScript is one of the core Technologies of web development.

Today, JavaScript can be used in different places:

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Role of JavaScript in modern web development

Below is a brief illustration of the role played by the trio of HTML CSS and JavaScript in modern web development.

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Explaining the role of the trio on a grammatical analogue.

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