To set up the development environment for mastering JavaScript:
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Install VSCode
- Download and install Visual Studio Code on your Mac for a lightweight and powerful code editor.
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Install Node.js
- Download and install Node.js to enable a runtime environment for executing JavaScript outside the browser.
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Install CodeRunner Extension in VSCode
- Enhance your productivity by installing the CodeRunner extension. This allows you to quickly run JavaScript and other languages directly within the editor.
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Install Prettier Extension in VSCode
- Install the Prettier - Code Formatter extension for consistent formatting of your JavaScript code.
- Enable Format on Save for seamless code formatting:
- Open VSCode settings.
- Update the settings.json
Explore key concepts such as Promises, Generators, Async/Await, Type Coercion,** Data Structures**, the Module System, and NPM. This section also introduces the basics of Express JS and React JS for building dynamic, modern applications.