exponentiation operator

The exponentiation operator (**) is a JavaScript feature introduced in ES2016 (ES7) that provides a concise syntax for exponentiation, equivalent to Math.pow(). On WindowsForum, discussions around this operator often appear in the context of Microsoft's Chakra JavaScript engine, which powers Microsoft Edge and Universal Windows applications. Chakra was an early adopter of the exponentiation operator, supporting it alongside other modern ECMAScript features like Array.prototype.includes, default parameters, and destructuring. Users exploring JavaScript development on Windows platforms may encounter the exponentiation operator when working with Edge or UWP apps, and the tag serves as a resource for understanding its usage and compatibility.