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What is Control Flow?

Control flow is the order in which statements are executed in a program. JavaScript provides several control flow statements that allow you to control the flow of execution based on conditions, loops, and function calls. These statements help you create complex logic and algorithms in your programs.

Up until now, we have been writing code that executes from top to bottom, line by line. However, in real-world applications, you often need to make decisions, repeat tasks, and call functions based on certain conditions. This is where control flow statements come in handy.

With control flow statements, you can:

  • Execute code conditionally: You can use if...else statements to execute code based on a condition.
  • Repeat code: You can use loops like for, while, and do...while to repeat code multiple times.
  • Call functions: You can use function calls to execute reusable blocks of code.
  • Handle errors: You can use try...catch statements to handle errors gracefully.
  • Exit loops: You can use break and continue statements to exit loops or skip iterations.
  • Control the flow of execution: You can use control flow statements to determine the order in which statements are executed.
  • Implement complex logic: You can combine control flow statements to implement complex logic and algorithms.

Control flow statements are essential for writing efficient, readable, and maintainable code. They allow you to create programs that respond to different inputs, handle errors, and perform tasks efficiently.

In the next sections, we will explore different control flow statements in JavaScript and learn how to use them effectively in your programs. Let's dive in! 🚀

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