What is JavaScript?

ShubhradeepShubhradeep
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Well, JavaScript is a high-level, interpreted, dynamic typed, safe programming language

JavaScript is a "Safe" Language - What Does That Mean?

JS is called a safe language because it doesn’t let you directly touch the computer’s memory or CPU.

High-Level (in programming): Closer to human language, easier to read and write.

In short:

High-level = Easy to use

Safe = Hard to misuse

When Do You Actually Need Low-Level Control?

Let’s look at some case studies:

Memory Access Needed:- (ex- C,C++)

Operating system development (Linux, drivers)

Game engines (Unity, Unreal)

Real-time systems (robots, drones)

CPU / Multi-threading Needed:- (ex- Java)

High-performance apps (like video rendering or Photoshop)

Financial systems processing millions of transactions

Real-time multiplayer games or simulators

CPU control = Low-level + potentially unsafe

JavaScript = High-level + safe (no direct CPU access)

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Shubhradeep

Full-Stack Developer with 1.5 years of experience building scalable, secure web applications using React, Node.js, and PostgreSQL. Skilled in REST APIs, backend architecture, authentication (JWT/JWE), and modern frontend tools. Proven ability to enhance system efficiency, SEO, and user experience.