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# [Concept of "this"](https://javascriptblogs02.hashnode.dev/concept-of-this?utm_source=hashnode&utm_medium=feed)

What "this" represents? In JavaScript, this is a special keyword that refers to the object currently executing or calling the function. It dynamically points to different things based on how the code

Mar 30 · 3 min read · javascriptblogs02.hashnode.dev  
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