Revised Code Sample
var inputEl = document.getElementById("inputID");
function myFunction() {
if (inputEl.value === 'Hi') {
alert("Hello");
} else {
alert("Goodbye");
}
}
The code has been corrected and improved with the following changes:
- Changed variable name to
inputEl
for clarity;
- Updated strings in the
alert
statements;
- Applied strict equality comparison;
- Added missing semi-colons for proper syntax.
Explanation of Issues
The initial issue was caused by using an invalid variable name (1
). It should start with a letter, underscore, or dollar sign according to JavaScript rules.
If the code still doesn't work after fixing the variable name, ensure that the HTML element's ID matches inputID
.
JavaScript Identifier Rules
Valid identifier rules in JavaScript state that it must begin with a letter, underscore, or dollar sign, followed by letters, numbers, or Unicode characters. Case sensitivity is also considered.
Referencing the Mozilla Developer Network guidelines on JavaScript identifiers can provide further insights into correct naming conventions.
For a detailed overview, consult the ECMA-262 standard in section 7.6 for comprehensive identifier specifications.