Although Java and JavaScript are similar in name and syntax, the two languages are distinct and differ greatly in design. The first popular web browser with a graphical user interface, Mosaic, …

In 1996, Netscape and Brendan Eich took JavaScript to the ECMA international standards organization, and a technical committee (TC39) was created to develop the language.

Jul 27, 2025 · In December 1995, LiveScript was renamed JavaScript, partly to capitalize on the growing popularity of the programming language Java. JavaScript was designed to be …

Jan 19, 2026 · Since the 2009 release of Node.js, an open-source server environment, JavaScript has become a popular server-side scripting language, enabling it to run not just in a browser …

Mar 28, 2024 · JavaScript has endured a long, turbulent journey from obscure scripting language to undisputed champion of the web – powering 97% of all websites globally today. How did we …

Explore the fascinating history of JavaScript, from its inception to its evolution into a powerful programming language used worldwide.

JavaScript language comes from the times when early web browsers were being developed. Netscape Communications company in 1994 created Netscape Navigator that became the …

Aug 7, 2024 · JavaScript was created in 1995 by Brendan Eich while he was working at Netscape Communications Corporation. Initially named Mocha, it was quickly renamed to LiveScript and …

Oct 30, 2025 · Brendan Eich, a Netscape engineer, was tasked with creating a lightweight scripting language that could run in the browser, and he did it in just 10 days. Originally called …

Uncover the evolution of JavaScript and ECMAScript through time. Dive into the rich history, pivotal milestones, and the dynamic advancements that shaped these languages.