Reviews for Head First JavaScript

1. Easy way into Java script

   Rated 4 out of 5 stars, January 12th, 2010

   A good book for someone just starting out with Javascript. A bit 'comicy' but it does take you step by step through the principal features of Javascript. A good book for anyone totally new to the subject.

2. Beginners only

   Rated 3 out of 5 stars, August 12th, 2009

   This book is not designed for programmers wanting to learn a new language, but for first timers learning their first. Code samples are few and far between and there is little info on library functions.
   
   That said, the info that is there seems to be correct and it does cover a broad range.

3. Perfect Introduction

   Rated 5 out of 5 stars, July 12th, 2008

   I already use javascript when building websites, but felt that I didn't really understand how to get the most out of it. Like many designers/developers, I only really use a standard set of codes to add a basic level of functionality to a site. I wanted to go beyond the basics and to develop some decent applications.
   
   Well this book sure helped me to achieve that. I thought that I had a good grasp of the concepts involved but gained a much more thorough understanding of scripting by the time that I finished this book. It really is an excellent beginners' book that takes you up to intermediate standard. I have already begun work on a couple of javascript projects and am making excellent progress thanks to the solid foundations laid by working through this book.
   
   If you want a good grasp of the concepts involved in using javascript then buy this book and do all of the exercises in it and you will be well on your way.