The four stages of becoming a JavaScript developer:
1. Innocent excitement: "Ooh, a book about JavaScript!"
2. First encounter with callback hell: *uncontrollable sobbing*
3. Acceptance phase: *builds fortress of solitude with multiple monitors*
4. Final form: Bearded wisdom, thousand-yard stare, and a strong drink to numb the pain of yet another framework release.
They grow up so fast when you feed them promises that never resolve.