New to Javascript, thanxx Milonic

[VampiricuS]

I have been doing websites for a while, mostly focusing on the graphix side of it and have neglected to look into Java until recently. As all of you must know, there are TONS of sites regarding Javascript. Im sticking with this site because it has a good feel to it as far as help and understanding. So when you see that ive made a post, most likely they might involve subjects people here are already doing in their sleep so bare with me.

Here is my first dummy question, On my search for info I ran into JAVA and JAVASCRIPT as seperates, Ive looked for a clear definition of the two and im seeking what the difference is, java script uses java yes?

and second, If I want to learn to make my own javascripts, whats a good start? Is there a good program that will write them yet show me whats actually happening during the creation?

oh yea, one more thing, I use adobe golive to create my sites. Its a love/hate relationship, but I dig it


Thanxx again.
Vamp

[VampiricuS]

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[Hergio]

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...On my search for info I ran into JAVA and JAVASCRIPT as seperates, Ive looked for a clear definition of the two and im seeking what the difference is, java script uses java yes?..
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In a nutshell, technically, Javascript does not use Java. Javascript was invented by Netscape as a means to do dynamic things on a webpage. Java was created by Sun Microsystems to create programs and applets. Aside from their names, there exist certain similarities between the two languages. Firstly, Java is an Object Oriented language while JScript CAN be object oriented. They utilize alot of the same syntax as well as in if, for, while, do, switch, etc statements. Javascript has no where nears the power that Java does, but its really nice for cutesy stuff on websites. Also to run Java, you need a JVM (java virtual machine) installed in your browser while with JScript all you need is a browser thats 4+ to be sure you can view it. Hope that helps, if anyone else can interject some more info or correct me, feel free.

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...and second, If I want to learn to make my own javascripts, whats a good start? Is there a good program that will write them yet show me whats actually happening during the creation?...
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Go to this site to get a HUGE list of Javascript sites. You'll be surprised at all the info thats out there on the subject and how useful knowing JScript can be.
http://directory.google.com/Top/Compute ... avaScript/

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...oh yea, one more thing, I use adobe golive to create my sites. Its a love/hate relationship, but I dig it ...
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Agreed, Adobe does make some very nice tools. I personally use Photoshop with ImageReady to create my web graphics and then use Dreamweaver MX for all my publishing.