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JavaScript Essentials 1

A free beginner JavaScript course from Cisco and the JavaScript Institute.

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About this course

A self-paced introduction to programming in JavaScript, built with the JavaScript Institute. It covers variables, data types, operators, control flow, functions and error handling, and prepares learners for the JSE entry-level certification.

Best for: Beginners who want a free, badge-backed JavaScript start.

What you will be able to do

  • Write basic JavaScript programs
  • Use variables, data types and operators
  • Control program flow
  • Write and debug functions

Syllabus and your progress

Tick modules off as you finish them on Cisco Networking Academy.

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Plan your pace

At 4 hours a week you would finish in about 10 weeks, using the course time estimate above.

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Cost and certificate

Free certificate

Cisco Networking Academy issues a free digital badge on completion.

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Quick answers

Is JavaScript Essentials 1 really free?
Yes, the course material is free on Cisco Networking Academy. Cisco Networking Academy issues a free digital badge on completion.
How long does JavaScript Essentials 1 take?
Plan for about 40 hrs in total (Editorial estimate; the provider does not publish a total.). It is self-paced, so you can go faster or slower.
Do I need experience before JavaScript Essentials 1?
No. It is a beginner course with no prerequisites listed.

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