JSMag is running a book excerpt from the new “JavaScript for Programmers” (Deitel and Deitel) from Pearson Education.  Check out our May 2009 edition for a section on variable scoping rules. 

If you’re interested in purchasing the book, InformIT.com is offering a 35% discount for JSMag readers, as well as including free shipping for customers withing the US.  Simply enter the code “jsmag09″ at checkout to receive your discount.  Visit the publisher’s site for more information about the book or to purchase.