Comparing Two Dates in JavaScript: A Guide

This article provides a comprehensive guide on comparing two dates in JavaScript, which can be challenging due to time handling complexities and JavaScript's idiosyncrasies. It begins by explaining the fundamentals of date objects in JavaScript, including their mutability and how they handle time zones. The author then delves into various methods for comparing dates, such as using the getTime() method, operators like greater-than (>) and lesser-than (<), and converting strings to dates. Additionally, it covers techniques for comparing dates without considering the time component. The article concludes with a summary of key points and recommendations for handling date values in JavaScript.