The Modern JavaScript Bootcamp (2019) - Dropdowns

This video tutorial covers the implementation of a select dropdown in a notes application using HTML and JavaScript. It begins with the removal of a checkbox and proceeds to set up a dropdown for sorting notes by different criteria. The tutorial explains how to create dropdown options, handle changes in selection using event listeners, and utilize option values in JavaScript. The video concludes with a reflection on the progress made in integrating JavaScript with HTML for interactive user interfaces.

What is the primary purpose of a select dropdown in a web application?

• To allow users to input text

• To create a navigation menu

• To provide users with multiple preconfigured options to choose from

• To display images in a carousel

Which HTML tag is used to create a dropdown menu?

What is the default behavior of a dropdown when the page is refreshed?

• It becomes disabled

• It retains the last selected value

• It resets to the first option

• It displays an error message

Which JavaScript event is used to detect changes in a dropdown selection?

• click

• change

• input

• submit

How can you access the selected value of a dropdown in JavaScript?

• Using the 'innerHTML' property

• Using the 'value' property

• Using the 'textContent' property

• Using the 'checked' property

Why is it beneficial to use concise values for dropdown options in JavaScript?

• To reduce the file size of the HTML document

• To improve the visual appearance of the dropdown

• To make the dropdown load faster

• To avoid issues with language translation and long strings

What was a key learning outcome from integrating JavaScript with HTML in this section?

• Developing mobile applications

• Mastering server-side scripting

• Learning to render elements in the browser and respond to user interactions

• Understanding how to create complex animations