This is a rapid paced intro to the art of computer programming using the JavaScript language. While it’s not an introduction to WEB or WSH programming it will however cover both topics.
I selected JavaScript because:
1. It’s a very powerful yet simple language
2. It shares many syntax features and constructs with C, C++ and Java and therefore it’s a great launching pad in the art of programming
3. There are many programming examples and primers on the net
4. It comes free with a browser (and WSH on all Windows versions after Win98)

Requirements:
1. A browser that handles JavaScript such as IE, FireFox, Opera or Netscape
2. Notepad or any simple ascii text editor

You do not need to be connected to the internet to run the programs contained in the book. All programs are files stored locally on your computer.