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Asynchronous Programming in JavaScript - Complete Course
Packt

Asynchronous Programming in JavaScript - Complete Course

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

5 hours to complete
3 weeks at 1 hour a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Learn about callbacks and how you have been using them in your daily programming

  • Explore how to handle errors in promises

  • Learn about making better promises with Async-Await

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September 2024

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3 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 4 modules in this course

In this module, we will establish a strong foundation for the course by introducing you to its objectives and key concepts. You will learn the differences between synchronous and asynchronous operations in JavaScript, delve into how multi-threading works, and gain insights into event loops, call stacks, and web APIs.

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4 videos1 reading

In this module, we will dive into the intricacies of callback functions, exploring their role and applications in JavaScript. You will learn how to implement callbacks in various contexts, handle errors effectively, and navigate the complexities of callback hell. Additionally, you will gain hands-on experience through a mini-project that reinforces these concepts.

What's included

8 videos1 assignment

In this module, we will explore the powerful concept of promises in JavaScript, starting with their fundamental purpose and functionality. You will learn how to create and use promises to manage asynchronous code, handle promise results with .then(), .catch(), and .finally(), and construct promise chains for sequential operations. We will also dive into advanced error-handling techniques and the process of promisification. The module culminates in a mini-project that demonstrates the practical application of promises.

What's included

7 videos

In this module, we will take a comprehensive look at async and await, key features that simplify working with promises in JavaScript. You will learn how to use async and await to resolve multiple promises, handle errors effectively, and streamline asynchronous code. The module concludes with a mini-project that allows you to apply these concepts to load a style script using async and await.

What's included

4 videos2 assignments

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