Udacity

Object-Oriented JavaScript

Engineering and Technology

Short Description

This course is designed to teach web developers how to utilize the various object-oriented programming features within JavaScript. Object-oriented programming allows developers to build applications with reusable and maintainable blocks of code, which leads to efficiency and simplified software design.

Long Description

In the Object-Oriented JavaScript course on Udacity, you will delve into the depths of objects by learning how to create them and add/remove properties. You will also discover how to write methods to access and modify an object's properties. Additionally, you will explore the concept of variables as properties on the window and understand how functions work at runtime. By leveraging functions as first-class functions, you will gain the ability to identify when a scope is created and utilize closures and IIFE's to build private state. Furthermore, you will learn about classes and objects, including how to write a constructor function to instantiate objects and how to identify and manually set the value of this. Finally, you will implement prototypal inheritance to enhance your understanding of object-oriented programming in JavaScript.

Course Details

Duration
3 weeks
Difficulty
Intermediate
Format
Short Course
Price
Free
Course Link
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Udacity
Description
Udacity is an online learning platform that offers a wide range of courses and programs in various fields such as technology, business, data science, and artificial intelligence. It was founded in 2012 by Sebastian Thrun, David Stavens, and Mike Sokolsky with the aim of providing accessible and affordable education to individuals worldwide. Udacity's courses are designed in collaboration with industry experts and leading companies, ensuring that the content is relevant and up-to-date. The platform offers both self-paced courses and guided programs, allowing learners to choose the learning style that suits them best. Udacity also provides career services and support, including resume reviews, interview preparation, and job placement assistance, to help learners transition into their desired careers.