What are JavaScript events and how do they work?

What are JavaScript events and how do they work?

JavaScript events are actions or occurrences that happen in the browser, like clicks, key presses, or page loads. They allow you to execute code in response to user interactions.

Can you give me an example of a click event?

Sure! Here's a simple example: you can add an event listener to a button that triggers a function when the button is clicked. For instance:

document.getElementById('myButton').addEventListener('click', function() {
    alert('Button was clicked!');
});

What other types of events are there?

There are many types of events, including:

• Mouse events (click, dblclick, mouseover)
• Keyboard events (keydown, keyup)
• Form events (submit, change)
• Window events (load, resize)