These are frequently asked question in the JavaScript Community.
- How do I do
thing
in Java?
That's a great question! Please find a Java community on Google+ to ask. JavaScript is not the same as Java. Here's a good explanation of the differences between Java and JavaScript: http://www.dannyg.com/ref/javavsjavascript.html.
- I want to learn Javascript, so where should i start?
A good place to start could be to follow this blog post on net.tutsplus.com. It's a pretty comprehensive and structured approach with learning aids that will suit most learning styles. Please on a similar note avoid the often inaccurate W3Schools website (See why here).