JavaScript has become the most popular way to add interactivity to Web sites. It does not have the steep learning curve of Java. All that's necessary to create JavaScript is a text editor and basic knowledge of HTML.

Backgrounder and Guide

Background information on JavaScript and Web browser scripting. Guide includes links to importable components as well as information on creating JavaScript functionality from scratch.

Presentation and Hands-On

Session agenda and on-line version of workshop; incorporates links to sample source code as well as to other ITA JavaScript resources.

Workshop Files and Code

Workshop files with source code for downloading (save to your floppy)

Quick Reference

List and explanation of essential JavaScript terms with examples

Next Steps

Pointers to sources of information should you want to pursue incorporating JavaScript into your Web pages; includes links to basic tools, tutorials and info on "Dynamic HTML".

Sample Sites and Web Links

There are lots of Web sites using JavaScript; here are some with an educational focus, as well as some sites which have collections of JavaScript code you can use.