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Mafuzur Rahman
Mafuzur Rahman

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What is JavaScript?

JavaScript is a high-level programming language that is commonly used to create dynamic web content and interactive user interfaces. It is a client-side scripting language, which means that it runs on the user's web browser rather than on a server. JavaScript is a versatile language that can be used for a wide range of applications, including web development, mobile app development, game development, and server-side programming.

JavaScript is an interpreted language, which means that it is executed on the fly as the browser reads the code. It is often used in conjunction with HTML and CSS to create dynamic web pages and web applications that can respond to user actions and input. JavaScript is also compatible with many other technologies and frameworks, such as Node.js, AngularJS, React, and jQuery.

JavaScript was first created in 1995 by Brendan Eich while he was working at Netscape Communications Corporation. Since then, it has become one of the most widely used programming languages in the world, with a large and active community of developers constantly working to improve and expand its capabilities.

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