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:* [http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0596517742 JavaScript: The Good Parts] (highly recommended) | :* [http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0596517742 JavaScript: The Good Parts] (highly recommended) | ||
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Revision as of 18:27, 7 October 2011
This page provides general notes on using JavaScript in the platform.
About JavaScript
JavaScript is an object-oriented language that allows for functional programming. It is the language that drives much of the world wide web.
Learn more:
- JavaScript: The Good Parts (highly recommended)
Accessing Record Variables
Accessing Variables in Lookup Records
Using JavaScript in the Platform
JavaScript can be used in a variety of ways
- Field Scripting - Add JavaScript code to take actions on a Field (On Change or On Focus)
- Form Scripting - Add JavaScript code to a Form (On Load or On Save)
- Post Selection JavaScript - Perform validations on Lookup Fields using JavaScript
- Action buttons - Add action buttons when displaying a record
- Manage Related Information sections - Add action buttons to sections that display Related Records
- In a JSP/HTML Page - Make things happen on the client side to reduce the load on the server.