January 18, 2023 in Learn
The Beginner’s Guide to Objective-C: Classes and Objects
Objective-C is an object-oriented programming language. There are two key elements of the programming language, including the Objective-C class and the object. Let’s dive deeper into these elements so you can better understand the basics. This article is the third…
January 18, 2023 in Learn
How to Use the Browser Developer Tools Console
The browser developer tools console is one of the most powerful tools available to you when it comes to debugging your front-end web applications. The console has an API that provides several methods that make debugging easier. It’s not uncommon…
December 21, 2022 in Learn
How to Use the Double Ampersand Selector in Sass
The Sass ampersand (&) symbol is used to reference the parent selector in a nested rule. For example, the following targets .btn on :hover: .btn { … &:hover { background: dodgerblue; } } We can also place the & after…
December 21, 2022 in Learn
How to Memorize Codes: Tips & Tricks
One of the most common questions I get from students is: “What’s the best way to retain what I’m learning?” Students may think they understand the lessons and concepts being taught, but later struggle putting it all into practice. Writing…
December 15, 2022 in Learn
What is JavaScript?
This blog post was written by chatGPT. The Treehouse team is experimenting with this exciting new service and so thought we would ask it a few questions and see how it compares to similar content! If you’re wondering what is…
December 2, 2022 in Learn
Java vs. JavaScript: A Complete Comparison
The programming languages Java and JavaScript may sound similar, but they’re not actually related to each other at all. In fact, it’s often said that the name ‘JavaScript’ was a marketing tactic to take advantage of Java’s popularity. Although both…
December 2, 2022 in Learn
How to Become a Web Developer: 6 Achievable Steps
It’s one thing to train to become a professional web developer. It’s another to do it quickly. People spend well over four years within the walls of a university and close to $100,000 to graduate with a computer science degree….
November 28, 2022 in Career Advice
How to Become a Front-End Developer
Front-end development is an indispensable part of web development. Front-end developers build and create what you see and experience on a website. If you’re looking to become a professional front-end developer, this guide explains what you need to know. We’ll…
November 28, 2022 in Learn
PHP vs. JavaScript: Comparisons and Applications
PHP and JavaScript are two very popular programming languages and there are many web apps that use them both at the same time. The main difference is that, while PHP is only for back-end development, JavaScript is used for front-…
November 25, 2022 in Learn
How To Create Autocomplete Dropdowns with the Datalist Element
The <datalist> element is a new addition in the HTML5 specification. The <datalist> element allows developers to create native autocomplete dropdowns for their web applications. This type of user interface component is used on form fields and search boxes as…
November 15, 2022 in Learn
Will Treehouse Prepare You For an Entry-Level Position?
Are you looking to become a developer and wondering if Treehouse will prepare you for an entry-level position? Yes, you can get a job by completing a Treehouse Techdegree. Techdegrees are Treehouse coding bootcamp programs that equip you with the…
November 15, 2022 in Learn
Is Learning to Code Online Worth It?
The tech industry continues to grow at a rapid pace, and the job outlook for software developers is strong. At the same time, even basic web coding skills are becoming valuable for non-technical jobs. Although there are a number of…