Hands-on JavaScript Project: Solar Calculator from Pluralsight

This course targets JavaScript developers who want to practice using functions, variables, loops, switches, operators, etc. Basic understanding of JavaScript is very helpful.

Practicing with variables, loops, switches, and operators is key to building an authentic web delivered application. In this course, Hands-on JavaScript Project: Solar Calculator, you will create several small projects that explore the features of JavaScript concepts in isolation. To start off, you'll get some practice with functions and loops. Next, you'll brush up on using HTML selectors in conjunction with JavaScript switch statements and explore how to interrogate the DOM. Finally, this course will wrap up with by using what you learned to build a real world solar calculator that calculates the number of solar panels required based on the your monthly electricity usage, where you live, and which panels you select. By the end of this course, you'll be able to apply the principles you learned here to other JavaScript projects you may work on.

What's inside

Syllabus

Course Overview

Introduction

Exploring Functions

Exploring Loops

Exploring Switch Statements

Interrogating the DOM

Solar Calculator

Good to know

Know what's good

, what to watch for

, and possible dealbreakers

Develops basic JavaScript concepts like functions, loops, switches, and operators, which are core skills for entry-level web developers

Provides opportunities to practice JavaScript concepts through hands-on projects, which is essential for building a strong foundation

Builds a real-world solar calculator using JavaScript, allowing learners to apply their skills to a practical project

Taught by Paul Cheney, who is a seasoned instructor with extensive experience in JavaScript development

Requires learners to have a basic understanding of JavaScript, which may be a barrier for beginners

Focuses on the practical application of JavaScript concepts rather than theoretical knowledge

Activities

Be better prepared before your course. Deepen your understanding during and after it. Supplement your coursework and achieve mastery of the topics covered in Hands-on JavaScript Project: Solar Calculator with these activities:

Practice basic JavaScript Syntax

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Refresh your knowledge of basic JavaScript syntax, including variables, operators, and control flow.

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Review online tutorials or documentation on JavaScript syntax.
Complete coding exercises or practice problems to apply your knowledge.

JavaScript Resources and Tools Collection

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Gather and organize a collection of useful JavaScript resources, tools, and learning materials for reference and future use.

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Search for and identify valuable JavaScript resources.
Organize the resources into categories or topics.
Create a document or online repository to store the collection.
Share the collection with other JavaScript learners.

Explore JavaScript DOM Manipulation

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Follow tutorials to enhance your understanding of how to interact with and manipulate the Document Object Model (DOM) using JavaScript.

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Find tutorials on JavaScript DOM manipulation.
Complete the tutorials and practice exercises.
Build a small project that applies DOM manipulation techniques.

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Build a Simple JavaScript Calculator

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Develop a simple JavaScript calculator to practice creating functions, handling user input, and performing calculations.

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Design the calculator's functionality and interface.
Create JavaScript functions for each calculation.
Implement user input handling to get values for calculations.
Test the calculator and debug any errors.

Attend a JavaScript Workshop

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Participate in a workshop focused on JavaScript to gain practical experience and interact with other learners and experts.

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Find and register for a JavaScript workshop.
Attend the workshop and actively participate.
Apply what you learn to your own JavaScript projects.

JavaScript Coding Challenges

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Engage in coding challenges to sharpen your JavaScript skills, particularly in problem-solving and algorithm implementation.

Browse courses on JavaScript

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Find online coding challenge platforms or websites.
Select challenges that align with course topics.
Attempt to solve the challenges using JavaScript.
Review solutions and learn from other approaches.

Contribute to Open Source JavaScript Projects

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Contribute to open source JavaScript projects to gain real-world experience, collaborate with others, and enhance your understanding of JavaScript best practices.

Browse courses on JavaScript

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Find open source JavaScript projects on platforms like GitHub.
Identify areas where you can contribute.
Submit pull requests with your contributions.
Review feedback and improve your contributions.

Mentor Junior JavaScript Developers

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Share your JavaScript knowledge and skills by mentoring junior developers or students, providing guidance and support to enhance their learning.

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Identify opportunities to mentor junior JavaScript developers.
Provide guidance on JavaScript concepts and best practices.
Review their code and offer constructive feedback.
Share resources and learning materials.

Career center

Learners who complete Hands-on JavaScript Project: Solar Calculator will develop knowledge and skills that may be useful to these careers:

Software Developer

Software Developers design, build, deploy, test, and maintain software applications. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for web development. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Software Developer.

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Front-End Developer

Front-End Developers are responsible for the design and implementation of the user interface of a website. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for front-end development. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Front-End Developer.

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Web Developer

Web Developers design, develop, and maintain websites. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for web development. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Web Developer.

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Back-End Developer

Back-End Developers are responsible for the server-side logic of a website. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for back-end development. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Back-End Developer.

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Full-Stack Developer

Full-Stack Developers are responsible for both the front-end and back-end of a website. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for full-stack development. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Full-Stack Developer.

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Consultant

Consultants provide advice to businesses on how to improve their operations. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for consulting. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Consultant.

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Technical Writer

Technical Writers create and maintain technical documentation. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for technical writing. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Technical Writer.

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Entrepreneur

Entrepreneurs start and run their own businesses. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for entrepreneurship. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Entrepreneur.

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Educator

Educators teach students about various subjects. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for teaching computer science. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Educator.

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Project Manager

Project Managers are responsible for the planning, execution, and completion of projects. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for project management. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Project Manager.

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Freelancer

Freelancers provide services to clients on a contract basis. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for freelancing. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Freelancer.

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Data Scientist

Data Scientists use data to solve business problems. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for data science. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Data Scientist.

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Business Analyst

Business Analysts use data to improve business processes. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for business analysis. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Business Analyst.

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Data Analyst

Data Analysts use data to improve decision-making. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for data analysis. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Data Analyst.

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Product Manager

Product Managers are responsible for the development and launch of new products. This course can help you build a foundation in JavaScript, which is a key programming language for product management. By learning how to use functions, loops, switches, and operators, you can become a more effective Product Manager.

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