A concise LinkedIn Learning course on JavaScript essentials — variables, functions, the DOM and modern ES6 features. It is a clear primer for absolute beginners, accessed through a LinkedIn Learning subscription.
Good for: Complete beginners who want a concise introduction to JavaScript.
Less suitable if: You already know JavaScript, or you want a project-heavy course.
Skills you'll gain
JavaScriptDOMES6FunctionsVariablesWeb basics
Is this course right for you?
A good fit if you…
You are new to JavaScript
You want a concise primer
You have LinkedIn Learning
Consider something else if you…
You already know JavaScript
You want lots of projects
You want a free course
Requirements: None.
Realistic time: About 8 hours.
About this course
JavaScript Essential Training is LinkedIn Learning's flagship JavaScript course — covering modern JavaScript (ES6+) from variable declaration and data types through functions and closures, DOM manipulation, event handling, fetch and async/await, and modules. Morten Rand-Hendriksen's teaching methodology emphasizes understanding why JavaScript works the way it does, not just memorizing syntax.
What you'll learn
Write modern JavaScript using let/const, arrow functions, and destructuring
Manipulate the DOM and respond to user events
Work with JavaScript's asynchronous model using promises and async/await
Use the Fetch API to communicate with web services
Organize JavaScript with modules and modern project structure
This course includes
8h
On-demand video
Yes
Certificate
Yes
Mobile access
English
Language
What it costs
Access comes with a LinkedIn Learning subscription (usually a one-month free trial). There is no separate one-off price.
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