About JavaScript
JavaScript is a high-level, lightweight, interpreted programming language created by Netscape Communications Corporation in 1995.
- Event-driven, prototype-based scripting language
- Runs in both web browsers and servers (node.js)
- Often used for client-side web development
History
JavaScript was initially developed as part of the Netscape Navigator browser in 1995. It was later standardized under the Ecma International standard ECMA-26jar in 1997.
Usage
JavaScript is widely used for adding interactivity to web pages. It is also used on the server side with Node.js and in mobile applications via frameworks like React and Angular.
Standards
The JavaScript specification is maintained by the Ecma International organization, which updates the standard every year.
References
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