How does the JavaScript event loop work?

Can you explain how the JavaScript event loop works?

Sure! The JavaScript event loop is a mechanism that allows JavaScript to perform non-blocking operations by using a single thread.

What do you mean by non-blocking operations?

Non-blocking operations allow JavaScript to handle multiple tasks at once without waiting for one to finish before starting another.

How does it manage tasks in the event loop?

It uses a call stack to manage function execution and a message queue to handle asynchronous events, processing them in order.

Can you give an example of how this works in practice?

Absolutely! For instance, when you make an API call, JavaScript can continue executing other code while waiting for the response.