Explore the future of JavaScript in this comprehensive conference talk by renowned JavaScript expert Axel Rauschmayer. Delve into the language's evolution, examining missing features and potential additions while gaining insights into the TC39 process. Learn about object comparisons, large integers, decimal fractions, and various syntax improvements. Discover upcoming enhancements for web browsing, standard library expansion, and module system refinements. Gain a deeper understanding of JavaScript's development trajectory and how decisions are made regarding new language features.
Future JavaScript - What Is Still Missing? - Q&A Session
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Overview
Syllabus
Intro
Background knowledge
Difference between JavaScript and the script
Who is TC39
TC39 process
TC39 process diagram
Future features
Object vs primitive values
Object comparisons
Objects as keys
Large integers
Decimal fractions
C Style
Do Expressions
Switch Statement
Pattern Matching
Pipeline Operator
Web Browsing
Standard Library
Global Variables
Object
Modules
immutable data
better date support
optional chaining
alternatives
operator overloading
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