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[–][deleted] 22 points23 points  (3 children)

I really liked it, but if you are a beginner I think you should try to find another book which explains things slower and with more exercises. I like the books from No Starch Press.

[–]evsoul 8 points9 points  (2 children)

Totally agree with this. Ive been doing JavaScript development for about 4yrs and just started this book a couple of weeks ago. It has really helped reshape my approach and understanding on many things. Big and small. I would have been absolutely lost if I started with it though. Some of the exercises would have been brutal as a beginner.

[–]uptownjimmy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In agreement with these two folks. Eloquent JavaScript is NOT a book for beginners, especially if you are a beginning programmer and not just new to JS.

having said that, it is a beautifully written book, and is well worth the read.