SMRTR ProgrammingJul 5, 2025Daily.dev

30 Years of JavaScript: 10 Milestones That Changed the Web

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JavaScript, created by Brendan Eich in 1995, has become the world's most popular programming language over the past 30 years. From its humble beginnings as a simple scripting language for web interactivity, JavaScript has evolved to power complex web applications, server-side programming, and edge computing. Key milestones include the introduction of Ajax, Node.js, React, and TypeScript, transforming JavaScript into a versatile, full-stack language that continues to shape modern web development.

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