function forecast(arr) {
// Only change code below this line
return arr.slice(2,4);
}
// Only change code above this line
console.log(forecast(['cold', 'rainy', 'warm', 'sunny', 'cool', 'thunderstorms']));
What i understand is that in the arr.slice(2,4); it means they find the third element in the array: and delete the next 4 elements). So i dont know how this works.
The previous assignments seem to work differently. I dont know how the array comes up with [warm, sunny]; so what kind of thinking mistake do i make here?
slice makes a copy of the array keeping items from index 2 (included) to index 4 (excluded), the indexes work differently than in splice
also, slice doesn’t change the array on which it is used
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Might I suggest that for the next section on algorithms you try to refrain from looking at the solution for help. I know that programming is new and can be tough sometimes but it is even more rewarding when you finally solve the problem. Also, when you get stuck you can always ask the forum for help.
I would also suggest maybe keeping a second tab open with mdn docs when trying to solve problems. I used that a lot with both algorithm sections and honestly I don’t think I would have been able to get through it without it.
you use the hints if you need to do, and look at the solution(s) only after solving the challenge
writing code, and understanding code are two different skillsets, you are not developing the first if you just refer to the solutions as soon as you have difficulties. Instead of using the “Get a hint”, use the “Ask for help” part of the help feature - here in the forum people can help you write code just giving hints and point out errors so that you actually develop your ability to write code
For this problem specifically, if I didn’t understand the slice method then I would google slice javascript. The first two results are for mdn. Since we are dealing with arrays then I would click on the array article and look through the definition and examples. If the explanation doesn’t work for you then the good news is there are tons of other articles covering the exact same topic.
You could look into w3 schools, javascripttutorial, geeks4geeks, youtube and freecodecamp news.
Here is a great article talking about the differences between slice, splice and split.
All of this incredible information is from one google search.
I hope you try this approach moving forward because you will learn a lot through the process. I got stuck in both of the algorithm sections and functional programming section because I am beginner too. It took me forever to understand the map method and callback functions. I probably looked at dozens of articles and youtube videos but it finally clicked for me with repeat exposure and practice.
HEy, i did so, and devdocs, is really seary to understand and cool, thanks a lot, it helped me out, easily.
However, i have to say, when i make a my code, and enter it, it doenst always catch it in the fcc browser, so i think it is useful to check the solution, otherwise you keep searching, while you have been on the right track long before you know its the right answer…
