The Front-End Web Developer Bootcamp - HTML, CSS, JS, and React - Introduction and History of JavaScript

This video tutorial introduces JavaScript, highlighting its importance in making web pages interactive. It explains that while HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap are used for static websites, JavaScript is essential for adding dynamic functionalities. The tutorial also covers JavaScript's history, noting its creation by Brandon Eich at Netscape and its evolution from Mocha to Livescript, and finally to JavaScript. The video emphasizes JavaScript's role in enhancing website complexity and user engagement.

What is JavaScript and why is it important for web development?

How do HTML, CSS, and Bootstrap differ from JavaScript in terms of website functionality?

In what ways can JavaScript add complexity and dynamism to a website?

Who is Brandon Eich and what role did he play in the creation of JavaScript?

What was the original name of JavaScript and how did it evolve?