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| Question to ask | Good diagnostic move |
|---|---|
| What value entered? | Inspect the runtime value and type. |
| What rule applied? | Check the construct's language or host semantics. |
| What changed? | Compare the smallest working and failing cases. |
function makeCounter() {let count = 0;return () => ++count;}const next = makeCounter();console.log(next(), next());
This example demonstrates execution contexts and the scope chain directly. Change one input at a time and observe the result; the goal is to connect the syntax to the runtime behavior rather than treating the snippet as a recipe.
This example demonstrates execution contexts and the scope chain directly. Change one input at a time and observe the result; the goal is to connect the syntax to the runtime behavior rather than treating the snippet as a recipe.
The common trap is to memorize syntax while missing the boundary around it. Watch the inputs, the resulting value, and the point where the browser or Node.js host takes over.
Finish the lesson once you have worked through the material. This awards ★ 20 XP.