JavaScript for Beginners - Functions (P: IX)
Functions A JavaScript function is a block of code designed to perform a particular task. The main advantages of using a function; - Re-Use - define the code once and can re-use many times. - Use the same code many times with different arguments, to produce different results Note: A JavaScript function is executed when “something” invokes or call it. Defining a function To define a function, use the “ function ” keyword, followed by a name , followed by a set of parentheses (). Calling a function To execute the function, you need to call it. To call a function, start with the name of the function, then follow it with the arguments in parenthesis. Note: Always remember to end the statement with a semicolon after calling the function. Once the function is defined JavaScript allows you to call it as many times as you want to.