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"Unleash the Power of Automation on Your Mac with JavaScript! Unlock the power of macOS automation with JavaScript. In this practical guide, seasoned scripter Jesse Shanks introduces JavaScript for Automation (JXA), a versatile scripting language tailored for streamlining workflows on your Mac. With JXA's familiar JavaScript syntax coupled with native integration into macOS, you can eliminate repetitive tasks, manipulate files and data, automate workflows between apps, and build custom scripts to boost productivity. The book explores fundamentals like working with application objects, manipulating dialogs and user interactions, accessing system events, and incorporating practical scripting additions. You'll walk through detailed real-world scripts demonstrating how to dynamically create documents in Pages, fetch data from the internet, automate playlists in Music, process files across multiple apps, and more. Advanced sections cover leveraging shell scripts, building workflows with Automator, distributing scripts as macOS services, and using JXA scripts to create menu bar apps. With encapsulated code blocks and annotated explanations, the book teaches progressively across beginner and intermediate skill levels. Both practical tutorial and reference guide, JavaScript for Automation brings together the versatility of JavaScript with the extensibility of macOS to help you accomplish incredible feats of automation. Let this book open your eyes to a world of new possibilities. Dive into the captivating world of automation with our groundbreaking book on JavaScript for Automation (JXA) on macOS. This isn't just another coding manual - it's your passport to transforming how you interact with your Mac, making everyday tasks not just easier, but also a lot more fun! Why JXA? Why This Book? - Fun and Engaging: Forget the dry, technical jargon. We've crafted each chapter to be accessible, engaging, and, most importantly, fun! Learning JXA is like discovering a secret language that lets you control your Mac in ways you never thought possible. - Cool Scripts Galore: From organizing your files with a snap of your fingers to creating personalized alarms and automating repetitive tasks, we've packed this book with scripts that are not only cool but also incredibly practical. - For Everyone: Whether you're a seasoned programmer or a curious newbie, our step-by-step approach makes mastering JXA a breeze. You'll be writing your own scripts in no time! What's Inside? - Engaging Tutorials: Clear, concise, and playful tutorials guide you through the basics of JXA, ensuring a solid foundation. - Real-World Applications: See JXA in action with scripts that solve real-world problems, enhancing your productivity and creativity. - Interactive Learning: Don't just read-do! Our hands-on approach means you'll be experimenting and creating from the get-go. - Tips and Tricks: Learn the insider secrets to optimize your scripting and make your Mac dance to your tune. Ready to Transform Your Mac Experience? With this book in hand, you're not just learning a programming language. You're unlocking a whole new level of interaction with your Mac. Prepare to be amazed at how enjoyable and powerful JXA can be. Let the automation adventure begin! Special Resource: ""JXA Helper"" is a specialized GPT that helps to brainstorm, create, debug and expand code for Javascript for Automation. Go here: https: //chat.openai.com/g/g-yKtWFdI87-jxa-helper [Requires access to GPT-4]"

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