May 2020
Intermediate
4h 53m
English
Overview
In this 4 hr course, you'll master regular expressions (regex) in JavaScript. We will start with the core concepts of regex, then focus on real-world applications with JavaScript. Through hands-on projects, you'll create patterns for various string matching and processing tasks. The course is structured to ensure you understand and can apply regex efficiently in JavaScript.
What I will be able to do after this course
- Understand the fundamentals of regular expressions and how they are used in programming.
- Learn advanced features of JavaScript's regex engine, including grouping and capture groups.
- Utilize practical examples to create and test complex regex patterns.
- Incorporate ES6+ updates to write efficient regex in JavaScript.
- Apply your regex knowledge to solve real-world programming challenges.
Course Instructor(s)
Aarthi Elumalai is a seasoned software developer and educator with expertise in JavaScript and regex. With years of experience in teaching programming online, Aarthi excels at breaking down complex topics into digestible lessons. Through structured learning and practical projects, Aarthi ensures students not only learn theoretical concepts but also their real-world applications.
Who is it for?
This course is perfect for JavaScript developers seeking to enhance their skills in string processing and pattern matching. It is well-suited for learners who have basic programming knowledge and want to tackle real-world problems using regex. Learners aiming to incorporate advanced ES6+ features into their programming will also benefit. Additionally, programmers from other languages looking to broaden their regex expertise will find this course valuable.
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