Javascript

As a front-end developer, I meet a lot of people who write JavaScript. The majority of them do little more than include jQuery and a few plug-ins in order to add a fancy lightbox effect or an image slider. On the opposite end of the spectrum, you have Jedi-level developers who wave their hand over the keyboard and the code basically writes itself.

When you’re between those skill levels, it’s not always clear how to progress. There are many paths to expertise, but if you’re stuck in ...