JavaScript || How To Get A Variable Name As A String Using Vanilla JavaScript

The following is a module with functions which demonstrates how to get the name of a variable as a string using vanilla JavaScript.


1. Simple Variable

The example below demonstrates the use of ‘Utils.nameOf‘ to get name of a simple variable.


2. Array

The example below demonstrates the use of ‘Utils.nameOf‘ to get the name of an array.


3. Function

The example below demonstrates the use of ‘Utils.nameOf‘ to get the name of a function.


4. Utils Namespace

The following is the Utils.js Namespace. Include this in your project to start using!

QUICK NOTES:
The highlighted lines are sections of interest to look out for.

The code is heavily commented, so no further insight is necessary. If you have any questions, feel free to leave a comment below.

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