Hey everyone, I'm in a bit of a bind here. I thought web development would be a breeze, especially since my background is more focused on backend programming and algorithm design. However, now that I'm in my web dev class, it feels way tougher than I expected! My lecturer isn't the best, and since classes are virtual, I've found myself procrastinating quite a bit. Now I'm facing a deadline: in a week, I have to complete a project that involves building a semi-functional, fully responsive webpage. I've only managed to get the hang of basic responsive design and fluid layouts so far. The one area I'm really struggling with is JavaScript and jQuery. I want to make the most of this week, and I've narrowed it down to two books that cover the fundamentals. If you had to choose one to read this week to help me build a responsive webpage, which would you recommend: "JavaScript and jQuery: Interactive Front-End Web Development" by Jon Duckett or "Murach's JavaScript and jQuery (4th Edition)"? I'd really appreciate any advice!
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Hey! Have you checked out the freeCodeCamp responsive webpage course? It's pretty short—around 4 to 6 hours. Watching that can give you a solid foundation, and then skimming through the books will feel a lot easier. Good luck!
Honestly, those books might be a bit outdated. Try checking out javascript.info instead. It's a comprehensive resource and much more relevant for current practices!
Awesome, thanks for the link! I might go with that instead. Is that the official documentation?
I'm honestly puzzled. Did you really think there wouldn't be tests? It sounds like you're putting yourself in a tough spot by procrastinating like this. Try to figure out a plan moving forward instead of just hoping to scrape by!
I was trying to learn bit by bit, but circumstances got in the way. I didn't mean to procrastinate!
If you're just focused on getting through the project quickly, AI tools can really help. You can build a basic site in a day. Just make a project plan and let AI assist you in coding. You'll learn a ton by iterating on what it creates for you! But make sure to set aside time for genuine learning afterward.
Bless you for the advice! I'll keep that in mind as I work on my project.
Thanks for the tip! I'll definitely give it a shot to help with the responsive design.