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Transform Your Web Development Skills With JavaScript: Top 5 Reasons Why

Let’s look at all the JavaScript offers to a company and why all developers must learn this language.

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Feb. 13, 23 · Opinion
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Today, we constantly learn different programming languages to build websites and applications. It’s also important to not be relegated and remain updated with the latest interventions of the world. Every programming language has its significance and differentiation. It’s wrong to compare one with the other as they all have different characteristics and uses. But all of us would like to learn a machine language that can do multiple tasks.

One such language is JavaScript, which has made space in all companies, regardless of whether they are big or small. It is convenient and valuable and can create interactive applications and web pages for customers. Initially, it was a bit limited, but now it is giving competition to some of the most famous languages in the market. Currently, around 95% of the total websites are using JavaScript. According to a survey done in 2020 by StackOverflow Developers, JavaScript was the number one programming language.

Let’s look at all the JavaScript offers to a company and why all developers must learn this language.

1. Easy to Learn

The problem with programming languages is that they are not accessible. This is the reason why most developers are not able to become experts even after years of experience. But JavaScript is a lot easier than other programming languages. You do not need any prior coding experience to learn this language, as it is extremely beginner friendly. You also do not need any setup as it runs on browsers.

2. Runs on Browser

Unlike the other programming languages, you do not need a proper setup to learn JavaScript. It is a default language you will find on the internet. You do not have to spend extra money to create a unique setup or environment to learn this programming language. You only need a web browser accessible in every system and a text editor that can run the program.

Also, unlike the other programming languages, you will not have to look further than your browser for proof. All you have to do is simply open and code yeah in your browser, and the code will be interpreted, and you will be able to run the program.

3. Multifunctional Programming Language

JavaScript can be used for a variety of purposes. Its use is not limited to only one particular area and is quite versatile. You can use it to solve your most complicated problems and minor tasks for building web applications. After becoming a master of this programming language, you can learn some other extensive frameworks and libraries that can help you to build complex and advanced web interfaces. You will also be able to develop the server side. Part of your application, and you don’t need to learn a new language for the backend part of development. JavaScript is genuinely the one solution for all your problems.

You can also develop mobile applications for Android and iOS with the help of JavaScript through React native. In addition, Google and Apple have started using JavaScript to expand their development base. Besides this, you can also use JavaScript for cloud development and desktop applications with the help of Electron JS.

4. Community Support

Since JavaScript is a language widely used worldwide, you do not have to do extensive research to find a solution to anything related to programming. You are just a click away from your solution as millions of people use JavaScript, making it a community.

Currently, the JavaScript community is one of the most significant communities in the world and provides enormous support to each other. The benefits are not just limited to the support; new add-on tools, experiences, and professional books are also offered to all users through each other. Python is the only competition to the JavaScript community and provides users with the same level of support.

5. Potential Career Prospects

Currently, JavaScript is one of the most used programming languages in the world and is in great demand. Everyone wants to integrate JavaScript into their systems, from start-ups to already-established unicorn companies. Learning this language will open a lot of new opportunities. You can also freelance by working from home or joining a good company as a full-time worker. You can find plenty of work opportunities on various job and Internship platforms.

In 2019, around 70% of the companies were looking for expert developers in JavaScript. Currently, only 42% of student developers claim to be experts in JavaScript, as compared to the need of 48%. In the USA, with 5 to 10 years of experience in JavaScript, you can earn an average salary of $117,500 per year.

Wrapping Up

JavaScript is an excellent way of ensuring a stable career for yourself. The need for proficient JavaScript developers is going to increase with time. It is advisable that all the youngsters must learn the skill if they want to add something to their skill set. There is rarely any field left that doesn’t use JavaScript. As a business owner, you will benefit from JavaScript in multiple ways. We must start accepting this programming language as the face of the present and future world of programming language.

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Published at DZone with permission of Devashish Mamgain. See the original article here.

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