ES6 Classes
ES6 Classes are a syntactic sugar in JavaScript (ECMAScript 2015) that provide a clearer and more concise way to create objects and handle inheritance using a class-based syntax, similar to other object-oriented programming languages. They simplify the creation of constructor functions and prototypes, making code more readable and maintainable while supporting features like inheritance, static methods, and getters/setters.
Developers should learn ES6 Classes when working with modern JavaScript applications, especially in frameworks like React, Angular, or Vue.js, as they are widely used for defining components and managing state in an object-oriented manner. They are essential for building scalable and organized codebases, as they improve code structure and reduce boilerplate compared to traditional prototype-based inheritance, making them ideal for projects requiring complex data models or reusable UI components.