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Variables to closures, promises, the DOM and OOP — a complete JS reference.

Recursion

A function that calls itself, with a base case to stop.

Quick-reference summary — a full handcrafted walkthrough is coming soon for this topic.

A function that calls itself, with a base case to stop.

  • Category: JS Functions — part of the JavaScript Tutorial on GoCareerGo
  • Read the short summary above, then check the linked docs for full syntax/behaviour
  • Interview tip: be ready to explain "Recursion" in one sentence, then back it up with a tiny example
// Recursion — minimal example
console.log("Recursion");
Tip

Quick recall: "Recursion" — a function that calls itself, with a base case to stop.