Summary

We have discussed a lot of great additions to our JavaScript toolbox using HTML5 in this chapter. These new skills will really enhance our capabilities to build interactive web apps. We started off with the local file reader, which enabled us to upload and read files using several methods, such as the readAsText() method. Then we saw how to get the GeoLocation of a user. This can be great to personalize suggestions, for example, for restaurants or parking spots.

The canvas was yet another amazing addition to what we can do with web page(s). Canvases allow us to draw, write text, add images (by drawing and uploading), and create complete animations. This all can be done using the methods on the canvas.

We then had a look at media on the page and how to add audio and video. Finally, we discussed the topic of digital accessibility and how to make sure your website is accessible for everybody, with and without a screen reader.

And at this point, we can say, you did...