Basic Javascript Guide

Overview


This guides highlights the basic parts of javascript that can be used on the davinci platform to add dynamic features or powerful analytics. For programmers with experience programming python, the python to javascript guide may be more useful.
Program

A computer program is a collection of instructions designed to tell the computer how to perform a particular task. A program is a linear structure, where the instructions are listed and executed in a specific order.

The following is a sample program that prints the message "hello world" to the console.



  $console.log('hello world');
				
Try it!

Language Elements


Type Script


Typescript is a variant of Javascript created by Microsoft. It is a strongly typed language that compiles down to Javascript.

Video Demos


Introduction to Javascript
A basic introduction to creating and running scripts on the davinci platform.

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