JavaScript is the little scripting language that could. Once used chiefly to add interactivity to web browser windows, JavaScript is now a primary building block of powerful and robust applications. In this practical book, new and experienced JavaScript developers will learn how to use this language to create APIs as well as web, mobile, and desktop applications. Author and engineering leader Adam D. Scott covers technologies such as Node.js, GraphQL, React, React Native, and Electron. Ideal for developers who want to build full stack applications and ambitious web development beginners looking to bootstrap a startup, this book shows you how to create a single CRUD-style application that will work across several platforms. Explore GraphQL's simple process for querying data Learn about shared authentication for APIs, web apps, and native applications Build performant web applications with React and Styled Components Use React Native to write cross-platform applications for iOS and Android that compile to native code Learn how to write desktop applications with Electron

About the Author
Adam D. Scott is a developer and educator based in Connecticut. He currently works as a senior front-end development fellow at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, where he focuses on building open source tools. Additionally, he has worked in education for over a decade, teaching and writing curriculum on a range of technical topics. He is the author of the book, WordPress for Education, published in 2012, as well as a screencast with O'Reilly Media in 2015.


Book Information
ISBN 9781492046981
Author Adam D. Scott
Format Paperback
Page Count 300
Imprint O'Reilly Media
Publisher O'Reilly Media