Fetch Statements

Matthew — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 21:57:44 +0000

fetch('http://example.com/movies.json')
.then((response) => response.json())
.then((data) => console.log(data));

This looks to be something simple to use and and work with.
And it can be. What I have learned about using fetch is a winding rocky road. To start with, always check the URL(address), make sure it has the correct spelling and includes the endpoint that need or are using. Once that is working and you are getting a good response in the console, you need to start feeding it information related to your project. Here is an example of one that I wrote as a practice project:

//
fetch(url) <-gets the information from the API that you are using->
~ .then((response) => response.json()) <-converts the information into a readable format.->

~ .then((movies) => { <-This starts the iteration loop that will allow the proper information that come from the API to display on the page.->
~ movies.map(renderMovie) <-In this example, this line grabbed the picture of the movie and displayed it on the HTML page.->
~ movies.map(displayInfo) <-This line grabbed the remaining details (Title, Year it was released, and a brief description of the movie itself.->
});
//

It can be a confusing spot to get worked out of, just do not give up. We are all learning this together.

-getGoodNerd

Older people starting out in tech...

Matthew — Thu, 22 Dec 2022 19:04:22 +0000

Lets set the stage a bit. I am creeping up on turning 45 in a couple months, so, I guess that I could point this at the coders, programmers, and the like that are in the over 40 crowd.

A little about myself: I had worked the same job for over 20 years and decided I needed a change, I had gotten as far up the ladder as I could, and I started looking for ideas. I found that the ever evolving world of tech is the new path I wanted to get involved in. I have sense started a boot camp and am enjoying it, and the community that it has created being there.

Now, what I am really looking for is tips and tricks that people have picked up, or know of that can help in the learning process, I really want to get the most out of this experience as I can.

I want to hear any thoughts that you have on getting a good start in this field.

Thanks in advance!
Matthew

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Fetch Statements

Older people starting out in tech...