What are generators?

Short answer: Generators are special functions that can pause and resume execution using the function* syntax and yield. Example: function* counter() { yield 1; yield 2; } const gen = counter(); console.log(gen.next().value); // 1

Example code

Generators are special functions that can pause and resume execution using the function* syntax and yield. Example: function* counter() { yield 1; yield 2; }
const gen = counter(); console.log(gen.next().value); // 1

Real-world example (ShopNest)

ShopNest’s browser cart uses modern JavaScript: fetch APIs with async/await, modules, and clear error handling.

Say this in the interview

1. Define — one clear sentence (the short answer above).
2. Example — relate it to a project like ShopNest or your real work.
3. Trade-off — when you would not use it.