In this recipe, we will develop a Lightning JavaScript Controller using the Salesforce Developer Console. The Lightning JavaScript Controller is a client-side controller that handles events and defines the functions associated with the Lightning Component.
Scripting a Lightning JavaScript Controller
How to do it...
Carry out the following steps to develop a Lightning JavaScript Controller, which is used for event handling and function definition for the Lightning Component, using the Salesforce Developer Console:
- Click on the Setup gear icon, as shown in the following screenshot:

The Setup gear icon is located in the top right-hand area of the main Home page.
- Click the Developer Console option as shown in the following...